Manager of Administrative Operations & Strategic Initiatives - School of Computing and Engineering
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Job Number: 494998
Type: Full-time
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Staff
| Overview: |
Quinnipiac University's School of Computing and Engineering seeks a Manager of Administrative Operations & Strategic Initatives. The school currently offers undergraduate degrees in Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, and Software Engineering and Computer Science and graduate degrees in Computer Science and Cybersecurity. The School is in a growth phase and is seeking a manager who will help this growth strategically, and manage inter-department projects and engage with external partners to diversify revenue stream. |
| About Quinnipiac: |
Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls more than 9,500 students in 110 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as both a best-value school and a top national university, and has also earned recognition in Princeton Review's "The Best 387 Colleges". Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook and follow Quinnipiac on Twitter and Instagram @QuinnipiacU. |
| Responsibilities: |
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Supports the dean on developing strategic initiatives
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Assists with operationalizing strategic and tactical initiatives by the dean
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Manages a broad range of high-level, inter-department projects
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Prepares or assists in the preparation of written documents such as program proposals, reviews and reports
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Takes responsibility/lead positions for special programs or projects as assigned
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Gathers background information for meetings and researches key policy/program matters for use by the dean; keeps informed of applicable policies, procedures and regulations that may have an impact on the school and/or dean's office
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Researches and prepares data and presentations for the dean and the provost’s office such as data enrolment planning and budgeting
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Creates, coordinates, and finalizes various internal and/or external communication, including emails, on behalf of the dean
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Develops and/or presents information during various meetings with Dean, Associate Dean, and Program Directors and confers with them during various processes
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Assists with and attends key SCE events like hard hat (student recognition) and projects day ceremonies, as needed
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Assists with coordination and planning of SCE retreats and Program Directors’ Council meetings
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Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned by the Dean
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| Education Requirements: |
- Bachelor's degree required
- Master's degree preferred
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| Qualifications: |
- Minimum 5 years of experience with strategic planning and/or program development
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Thorough knowledge of office systems and ability to use broad range of technology, systems, and software packages
- Ability to solve a wide range of problems, developing thoughtful and thorough solutions, and using effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to draft and compose correspondence and standard reports
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to connect with a wide range of community members across the university
- Demonstrated competency in independently applying judgement and nonstandard applications and systems
- Experience in higher education administration
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.
Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
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