Job Description
JOB TITLE
Operations Manager
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
The Business School
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
WPI's Business School is seeking to hire an Operations Manager to facilitate the management of day-to-day operations and staff of the department and ensure a professional environment with proper implementation of policies and procedures. The desired candidate will manage essential functions for operation and growth of the department under the guidance of the Business School Dean.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate operations of the Business School:
- Assist and contribute to setting and documenting departmental policies and procedures, research, planning, and development activities.
- Ensure that departmental operations comply with organizational policies and procedures.
- Provide needed support for departmental staff.
- Oversee and assist the Dean on day-to-day fiscal and budgetary administration of the School.
- Manage faculty and staff purchasing card functions, including application for new employees, assisting Accounting with timely processing, and approving expenses in Workday.
- Coordinate Business School faculty, staff and student recruiting:
- Process faculty, staff and student employment authorizations, appointments, and salary documents.
- Oversee and assist with composition, editing, and design work for departmental publications and marketing efforts via venues such as the Web, social media, brochures and the department newsletter:
- Develop with the Department Head, and oversee the creation and maintenance of, Business School-specific system for advertising internship, course scheduling, career opportunities and Business School alumni network.
- Support the Dean in development and management of special School events and functions, including coordinating School Advisory Board meetings, C-Suite Meetings, student orientation, open houses, School's annual student awards and ceremony, MQP events and programming, and providing support for regular undergraduate and graduate Business School events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Three years of relevant experience, preferably in higher education
- Knowledge of budget management
- Workday experience preferred
Compensation:
Salary: $55,400 - $65,000 per year. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity. WPI's benefits package includes a robust retirement match, wellness perks, tuition assistance and more!
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Operations-Manager_R0003477
About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.
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