Assistant Director - M.ARCH Program Job New York New York USA,Education / Teaching

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
End Date if Temporary:
Hours Per Week:
Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday
Building:
Avery Hall
Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of the Master of Architecture Program (M.Arch) in the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP), the Assistant Director is responsible for managing the daily activities of GSAPP’s Master of Architecture (M.Arch) program. The Assistant Director is responsible for managing a range of academic, administrative, and financial matters that support the student experience, as well as ensure compliance with University and GSAPP policies and procedures.

The Assistant Director serves as the program's main liaison to University administrative offices, faculty, students, alumni, and the general public. Collaborates with University and GSAPP offices to ensure the smooth operation of the program.

Responsibilities Program Administration (40%)

Working closely with the Program Director and Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Faculty Affairs is responsible for the daily administrative and human resources functions of the programs including assisting the Director in determining personnel and addressing faculty concerns.

Works closely with the Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Faculty Affairs in the processing of documentation and the administration of faculty and student appointments; explains University benefits and policies.

Responsible for compliance with University student officer, casual and support staff human resources policies, e.g. staff oversight, timesheet submissions, etc. Trains and manages workload for support staff and student workers.

Assists GSAPP senior management (Associate Deans) in reviewing curricular planning, curriculum proposal, faculty teaching schedules and class times, and room assignments.

Prepares all program materials for duplication, from program outline to faculty curriculum materials. Works closely with the Program Director and faculty to oversee material production within scheduled deadlines.

Manages student course-related travel.

Assist faculty in the processing of travel and business reimbursements.

Assists the Director in the collection of information and processing of honorariums.

Works closely with the Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs in the preparation of materials required by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) for annual reports and periodic accreditation reviews.

Assists the Director in grant writing and fundraising efforts.

Budget (20%)

Under the direction of the Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Faculty Affairs, is responsible for preventing overdrafts, recommends level of spending, works with Finance Office in resolving financial problems, maintains financial reporting and control systems, monitors program expenses, and oversees compliance with University and GSAPP policies and procedures.

Under the direction of the Senior Associate Dean for Administration and Faculty Affairs monitors fellowship/assistant budget.

Serves as the main point of contact for faculty and is the liaison between Architecture faculty and the Finance Office.

Student Advising and Career Services (20%)

Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs advises students on courses to satisfy the appropriate degree requirements and assists with registration procedures.

Coordinates with student council and program student organizations to advance student initiatives.

Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Development and Alumni Relations assists with career services events, workshops, and recruitment events with prospective employers, and helps maintain relationships with prospective employers, including alumni, to encourage the hiring of students.

Creates communications strategy that may include (newsletter, weekly email list serves) to post/advertise employment opportunities (full time and part time) as well as career related information.

Collects/analyzes accurate placement statistics, generate reports that will inform…