Strategic Dean's Office Operations Lead

Boston University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University in Boston, MA seeks a Senior Manager of Dean's Office Operations to advance college priorities. You will manage faculty affairs, coordinate strategic initiatives, and oversee events, travel, and meetings for the Dean and leadership.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration across Communications, Advancement, and academic units, and adaptability to schedule demands including evenings or weekends. Hybrid work arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Education, or related field.
• 5-8 years experience in operations management, faculty affairs administration, event planning, or project management.
• Advanced written communications, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work with college leadership and independently advance projects.
• Strong data analytics, interpersonal skills, and discretion with confidential material.
• Willingness to work outside normal hours for events.

Responsibilities

• Administer faculty affairs and coordinate college strategic initiatives.
• Provide admin, operational, and project support to the Dean and leadership; schedule meetings, travel, events.
• Support recruitment, development, and professional programming for faculty.
• Collaborate with Communications & Digital Engagement and Advancement on major events.
• Hybrid work schedule; occasional evenings/weekends as needed.

Skills

Operations management

Faculty affairs administration

Event planning

Project management

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analytics

Strategic collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Education, or related field

Job description

Boston University in Boston, MA seeks a Senior Manager of Dean's Office Operations to advance college priorities. You will manage faculty affairs, coordinate strategic initiatives, and oversee events, travel, and meetings for the Dean and leadership.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration across Communications, Advancement, and academic units, and adaptability to schedule demands including evenings or weekends. Hybrid work arrangements may be available.