Job Description
Position Summary:
The Undergraduate Programs Administrator supports a number of
interdisciplinary programs that are housed in the Office of the
Dean of Humanities and Arts. They are responsible for all front
office functions and serves as the problem-solving point person for
a variety of matters. They also support program faculty, s/he
coordinates many of the administrative functions, and special
events activities. This position also provides website management.
They are the first point of contact, representing the programs to
internal and external contacts.
The Undergraduate Programs Administrator interacts on a daily basis
with faculty, students, visitors, other university staff, and
various individuals and organizations outside Rice
University.
The Undergraduate Programs Administrator provides support to the
program directors and assists the with tasks that include, but are
not limited to: General Announcements, course offerings and course
schedules.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter
in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably
in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
Ideal candidates should have strong verbal and written
communication skills, basic knowledge of managing budgets, the
ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects
simultaneously.
Workplace Location:
On campus position: This position is exclusively on-site,
necessitating all duties to be performed in-person. Per
Rice policy 440 , work
arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: This exempt position is benefits-eligible and
has an expected minimum salary of $67,000 annually (dependent on
experience and qualifications).
*Exempt (salaried) positions under
FLSA
are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related
experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent
year for year basis may be substituted
Two or more (2+) years of related experience
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related
education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent
year-for-year basis may be substituted
Skills:
- Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
- Advanced problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects
simultaneously
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Strong data analysis skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet
expected deadlines and schedules
- Adept at problem solving, creating contingency plans and
handling issues when necessary
- Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
- Ability to develop complex or multiple program partnerships and
funding sources
- Ability to oversee and direct staff
- Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial
plans
Preferences:
Essential Functions:
- Administers the daily operations of assigned programs with
general guidance by the directors and a senior staff member
- Conducts research, analyzes data, identifies trends and
develops reports
- Monitor budgets and the development of longer terms budget
plans
- Recommends and implements outreach plans, including
communications, events, marketing, conferences, etc.
- Provides support to faculty, staff and students as related to
the program(s)
- Assists with student recruitment, student records, curriculum
support, coordinating the accreditation process
- Designs and processes course and outreach materials both in
digital and hard copy formats
- Monitors and maintains program websites
- Maintains social media accounts
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Additional Functions:
- Processes faculty reimbursements
- Processes procurement requests such as student awards,
non-employee travel reimbursements, and honoraria for guest
speaker.
- Supervises student assistants
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