Job location: Coral Gables, FL

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-10-14
Req: R100035825
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Assistant Director, Graduate Business Programs

Job Description and Summary:

The University of Miami is committed to educating and nurturing students, creating knowledge, and providing service to our community and beyond. We are leaders in the area of education, scholarship, intercollegiate athletics and service. Come join our team!

The Miami Business School is seeking an Assistant Director for Graduate Business Programs. This position requires management of graduate business programs, including full-time masters and/or executive MBA programs. Duties include the delivery and oversight of program operations as it relates to degree requirements, academic performance, advising and registration.  Special events related to these programs, include student onboarding and orientation, international trips and commencement. 

Core Job Functions:   

• Contributes ideas and viewpoints to the Director of Graduate Business Programs and the Vice Dean on operational and strategic plans for the GBP programs/events.
• Manages and exercises responsibility and accountability for the administrative budget and operational forecasts.
• Monitors budget and identifies opportunities for minimizing cost and ensuring compliance with policies.
• Makes daily independent decisions to ensure department objectives are met and that University and School policies and procedures are followed.
• Manages and coordinates the activities of assigned staff and student assistants to verify high-level performance, achievement of goals and quality of results.
• Ensures staff and student employees are trained, developed and empowered to effectively perform their roles.
• Develops goals and objectives for staff and student workers.
• Supervises and coordinates the planning and organization of special events.
• Evaluates student academic performance and recommend appropriate action for program continuance on a term basis.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required Master’s degree preferred in related business field.
• Minimum of 5 years' program administration and/or managerial experience.
• Preferred experience in higher education administration but not required.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, certifications and/or work experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Computer proficiency in Windows environment, including data management (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access).
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail, time management skills, organization and presentation skills
• Commitment to service excellence.  Self-directed and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work as a team and independently
• Ability to complete multiple tasks and high volume of work
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Openness to continuing learning and upgrading of skills
• Ability to think things through and see the bigger picture
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

c105