Strategic Administrative Director, Higher Education Programs

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University is seeking an experienced administrator to oversee administrative operations for the Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP) and Interactive Media Arts Program (IMA) within the department. The role directs budgeting processes, postdocs and adjunct faculty, and supervises daily office operations, policies, and priorities.

The position also manages the department’s curriculum scheduling, Master Course Schedule each semester, and classroom assignments, including labs and

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Required Experience: 5+ years relevant professional level experience in higher education, with planning and implementing administrative activities, supervising office operations and staff.
• Preferred Experience: 5+ years in an educational or non-profit environment.
• Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to interact with diverse populations; strong project management, negotiation, and collaborative dialogue skills.
• Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Proficiency with MS & Google Office suite, NYU Programs (i.e. Workday, Sailpoint, SIS).

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative operations for the ITP and IMA programs.
• Direct administrative processes related to the departmental budget, postdocs and adjunct faculty.
• Supervise day-to-day operations and establish office policies and procedures.
• Set short- and long-term goals and priorities.
• Oversee the Master Course Schedule each semester and classroom assignments including labs and special room requests.
• Serve as liaison with the School and University Office to resolve problems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database systems

Software interfaces

Job description

New York University is seeking an experienced administrator to oversee administrative operations for the Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP) and Interactive Media Arts Program (IMA) within the department. The role directs budgeting processes, postdocs and adjunct faculty, and supervises daily office operations, policies, and priorities.

The position also manages the department’s curriculum scheduling, Master Course Schedule each semester, and classroom assignments, including labs and