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University of Houston System is hiring an Assistant Director; New Student Programs to manage the day-to-day operations of a large university program, including supervising staff and overseeing fiscal activities. The role involves planning procedures, managing budgets, coordinating student orientation events, and collaborating with campus departments to ensure smooth program execution.

Highlights

Manage logistical aspects of New Student and Family & Supporter Orientations, including room reservations, event setups, and A/V coordination.
Collaborate with campus departments to confirm availability and readiness of rooms for programs and training.
Oversee purchasing of materials and supplies from approved vendors, ensuring compliance with university policies.
Address facility and technical issues to ensure smooth event operations.
Coordinate and manage the New Student Orientation Resource Fair, including scheduling and table arrangements.
Maintain departmental inventory of supplies and may serve on university committees or special projects.
Required to have a four-year degree or equivalent specialized training and at least one year of related experience; education can substitute experience.
Experience in higher education preferred, with strong organizational, multitasking, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Salary range: $49,400 to $56,200.
Employment requires a criminal history check and references from supervisors post-interview.

Assistant Director; New Student Programs Full Description

| Department: Undergraduate Student Success
| Salary: $49,400.00 - $56,200.00
| Description: Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program or department, including the supervision of staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
2. Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
4. Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
5. Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
6. May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
7. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
8. May serve as property custodian for the department.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ:
Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.

Additional Job Posting Information:
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following:
• Manage all logistical aspects of New Student and Family & Supporter Orientations, including room reservations, event setups, parking and transportation reservations, and coordination of A/V and technical needs
• Collaborate with campus departments and facilities to verify availability and readiness of rooms for orientation programs and training activities
• Oversee the purchasing of materials and supplies for orientation events from approved campus vendors to support all New Student Programs functions, including office equipment, uniforms, backpacks, promotional items, and catering
• Adhere to all university purchasing policies and guidelines to ensure compliance
• Address any facility and technical-related issues that occur before or during orientation sessions to ensure a smooth event process
• Coordinate and manage the New Student Orientation Resource Fair, including the scheduling of campus departments and table arrangements
• Responsible for maintaining departmental inventory of supplies
• May serve on university committees and/or special projects as needed.
• Higher Education experience preferred.
• Must be a multi-tasker, extremely organized, and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

The following documents are required:
• Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History
• Transcript
• Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name current or past supervisors.
NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
| All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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