Senior Administrative Lead, Student Programs & Operations

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Administrative Specialist at Vanderbilt University’s Writing Studio and Tutoring Services oversees daily administrative operations, budget and procurement, and student employment administration, reporting to the Director.

You will supervise the Office Clerk team and 70+ student staff across Writing Consultants, STEM Tutors, and Graduate Assistants, coordinating events, scheduling, and communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in higher education or related administrative fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations and processes.
• Manage budgeting, procurement, and purchases.
• Supervise 70+ student workers and coordinate schedules.
• Plan events and manage departmental communications.
• Maintain websites and digital content per brand standards.

Skills

Budget management

Office administration

Team leadership

Student employment administration

Event planning

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft 365

WordPress

Canva

Job description

The Senior Administrative Specialist at Vanderbilt University’s Writing Studio and Tutoring Services oversees daily administrative operations, budget and procurement, and student employment administration, reporting to the Director.

You will supervise the Office Clerk team and 70+ student staff across Writing Consultants, STEM Tutors, and Graduate Assistants, coordinating events, scheduling, and communications.