Senior Academic Department Administrator

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Academic Department Administrator to oversee daily operations within a dynamic academic environment. This role involves managing budgets, personnel, and academic scheduling, ensuring the smooth functioning of the department. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and experience in faculty recruitment and budget management. Join a forward-thinking institution that emphasizes media and political communication education, where your contributions will directly impact students and faculty alike.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in managing budgets and HR processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on departmental budget and expenses.
• Coordinate faculty recruitment and academic scheduling.

Skills

Budget Management

Personnel Management

Academic Scheduling

Research Coordination

Administrative Support

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Overview

The School of Media and Public Affairs (SMPA) at the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) is renowned for media, journalism, and political communication education and research. We focus on how media informs policy and politics, engaging students through internships and access to decision-makers. This Senior Academic Department Administrator supports SMPA by managing daily operations, including budget, personnel, and academic scheduling.

Responsibilities

1. Budget and Fiscal Management: Manage and report on SMPA's budget, oversee procurement, vendor registration, invoice processing, and expense reports.
2. Personnel Management: Handle faculty recruitment, hiring, salary payments, and visa coordination for visiting scholars.
3. Academic Scheduling: Coordinate course offerings, update course information, and generate scheduling reports.
4. Research Coordination: Collaborate with principal investigators on research activities.
5. Administrative Tasks: Manage departmental spaces, coordinate with facilities, and support faculty and staff administrative needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required by the start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing departmental budgets and financial reports.
• Proven skills in faculty and staff recruitment, HR processes, and visa coordination.
• Strong organizational skills in academic operations and space management.

Additional Information

Salary range: $51,455.52 - $70,708.76. This position is based on-site at Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C., working full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. A background check is required, and the university is an EEO employer.