Operations & Visitor Services Lead - University Marshal

Conditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University Central Administration invites applications for the Assistant University Marshal, Administration and Operations. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, budget oversight, and visitor coordination to support high-profile visits and university events.

Ideal candidates demonstrate diplomacy, strategic thinking, and hands-on leadership to ensure efficient office operations, seamless event planning, and consistent adherence to university protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets and coordinating large events.
• Strong leadership and staff supervision abilities.
• Diplomatic, tactful communication with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Marshal’s Office, including finance, purchasing, space, and basic IT coordination.
• Prepare, track, and report on the department budget and all financial transactions for the main office and Commencement.
• Hire, train, and supervise the Program Manager; oversee delegate, gift, and flag services and visit records.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Event planning

Diplomacy

Communication

Education

Tools

Office IT coordination

Job description

Harvard University Central Administration invites applications for the Assistant University Marshal, Administration and Operations. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, budget oversight, and visitor coordination to support high-profile visits and university events.

Ideal candidates demonstrate diplomacy, strategic thinking, and hands-on leadership to ensure efficient office operations, seamless event planning, and consistent adherence to university protocols.