Hybrid Administrative Manager - Higher Education Ops & Budget

mc; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery College invites applications for the position of full-time Administrative Manager in the Office of Academic Affairs. Reporting to the Vice President of Academics and Instruction, this role supports strategic initiatives and daily operations for faculty, staff and students.

The Administrative Manager provides leadership for day-to-day operations, oversees budgets, procurement and communications, and coordinates policies and processes.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years progressively responsible administrative/managerial/technical experience in higher education or similar environment.
• Demonstrated budgetary oversight in a department or unit.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of critical organizational practices and goals; broad theoretical and technical knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of technical project management principles and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of higher education practices and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, oversight and guidance for the day-to-day operations of the area/division/office including development and preparation of budgets, purchasing/procurement, staff, communications, policies and other related activities.
• Develop and compile departmental budget, monitor expenditures and coordinate monthly reports.
• Ensure compliance with College rules, regulations and standards.
• Schedule, assign, inspect and review work of staff to ensure quality and standards.
• Identify and implement goals and objectives for the unit.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching and training as needed.
• Recruitment/interviewing and hiring recommendations.
• Serve as liaison to external and internal organizations and represent the College in various activities.
• Oversee preparation of materials for College Board of Trustees and leadership.
• Draft and proofread memoranda, letters, reports and speeches.
• Lead projects and campus-related activities.

Skills

Budget management

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Montgomery College invites applications for the position of full-time Administrative Manager in the Office of Academic Affairs. Reporting to the Vice President of Academics and Instruction, this role supports strategic initiatives and daily operations for faculty, staff and students.

The Administrative Manager provides leadership for day-to-day operations, oversees budgets, procurement and communications, and coordinates policies and processes.