Executive Office Director- Advancement
- Employer
- University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
- Location
- North Dartmouth, MA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job no: 518077
Work type: Staff Full Time
Categories: Other Staff Positions
OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Executive Office Director
DIVISION: University Advancement
DEPARTMENT: University Advancement
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: Non-Unit
EEO STATUS: 31
JOB CODE: 0430
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Vice Chancellor of University Advancement
SUPERVISES: May provide direction and indirect supervision to other professional staff as required to implement their duties as directed by the Vice Chancellor.
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Executive Office Director undertakes a wide range of complex managerial, organizational, administrative, and professional duties to ensure the successful operation of the Vice Chancellor and the offices within the division of University Advancement. The incumbent plays a leadership role in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the day-today management of the offices. Participates, as required in executive decision- making, including labor relations/collective bargaining issues, and fiscal matters of the Division of University Advancement. The incumbent has oversight responsibility for information flow, work flow, staff training and communication, as well as primary responsibility for ensuring the Vice Chancellor of University Advancement and their role as the Executive Director, is well briefed and prepared for scheduled meetings, events, and routine executive functions. Exceptionally high degrees of confidentiality and discretion are required in this position. As such, the incumbent is a confidential employee as defined in M.G.L. Chapter 150E, Section 1.
Follows the University’s best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention, and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.
EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or an equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE: Significant experience (over five years) in the area of office management, advancement information systems, and procedures related to accounting practices and data management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Work primarily performed in an office
- Frequent work performed with other people
- Frequent interactions with staff and managers
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to communicate in English (speaking, writing and reading) at a level to effectively perform the essential functions of the position
- Frequent work at a rapid pace
UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:
75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
State Pension Retirement Plan
Optional Retirement Savings Plans
Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
Twelve (12) paid holidays
Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
And More!
Benefits for Non-Unit Professional: Non-Unit Professional
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship not available.
Important Notice!UMass Dartmouth requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all faculty, staff, and students who wish to work, live, learn or physically come to campus. Read More.
To apply please submit a letter of interest, current resume and the contact information for three professional references.
The review of applications will be ongoing.
Advertised: 15 Mar 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Organization
Located on the Massachusetts south coast, only a short drive from Cape Cod, Providence and Boston, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has been ranked among the top northern public universities by U.S. News and World Report. The quality of life on the south coast of Massachusetts is rich with cultural attractions, beautifully preserved and restored historic districts, museums, live theatre and an excellent educational system. Recreational opportunities include boating, beaches, rivers, golf courses, camping grounds, beautiful state parks, waterfront parks and a new zoo.
UMass Dartmouth offers a broad range of baccalaureate and graduate degrees vital to the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the region. It has an enrollment of over 9,200 students in over 40 undergraduate and 36 graduate programs (including 11 at the Ph.D. level) offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, the Charlton College of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing, the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the School for Marine Science and Technology. The main campus was designed by the eminent architect Paul Rudolf and is located on 710 acres in North Dartmouth. Other university sites include theCenter for Marine Science and Technology on the waterfront in New Bedford, the Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Center in Fall River and the Star Store Center for the Arts in New Bedford.
While retaining its commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, UMass Dartmouth has increased dramatically its research and outreach activities during the past ten years. R&D spending has increased in the last five years from $20.1 million to $25.6 million and the university has established centers in Policy Studies, Portuguese Studies & Culture, Business Research, Marine Science &Technology and Indic Studies to significantly expand its research and public service activities in ways that meet regional needs but have global impact.
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