Programs Operations Lead — Assistant Director

careers-nyu; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) is seeking an Assitant Director, Programs at its Midtown Center in New York, NY. You will oversee degree program operations, plan courses, manage syllabi, and coordinate faculty onboarding and student communication.

You will supervise staff, contribute to strategic planning, and present at recruitment events while maintaining strong relationships with faculty and departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Master's degree MA, MS or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience with administrative/program oversight.
• Experience planning and implementing administrative activities.
• Higher education experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with tactical execution ability.
• Ability to market programs and interact with individuals at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight of degree programs and direct administration of day-to-day activities.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures for program operations.
• Participate in course planning and develop course schedules.
• Manage course syllabus and submission processes; oversee cancellation and notifications.
• Ensure forms are prepared in academic and operational platforms; meet deadlines.
• Maintain positive relationships with faculty and serve as a resource for problem solving.
• Coordinate faculty onboarding; oversee facilities and technology in classrooms/labs.
• Support department strategic agenda; liaison to student clubs; assist with recruitment events.
• Supervise staff and oversee special student programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Program marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree (MA/MS/MBA)

Job description

New York University School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) is seeking an Assitant Director, Programs at its Midtown Center in New York, NY. You will oversee degree program operations, plan courses, manage syllabi, and coordinate faculty onboarding and student communication.

You will supervise staff, contribute to strategic planning, and present at recruitment events while maintaining strong relationships with faculty and departments.