Administrative Manager

The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy (ELP) seeks a dynamic leader to serve as the Administrative Manager. This is an important, front-line position that works closely with the department chair and faculty leadership to coordinate the operational, financial, and HR priorities of the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Five years' financial, human resources, and administrative management experience in large organizations, preferably in a higher education environment
• Expert time management and organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Demonstrated skills of tact, diplomacy and excellent judgment in dealing with others
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to work standard office hours and maintain regular attendance
• Demonstrated skills in strategic planning
• Exceptional customer service with professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and with frequent interruptions
• Ability to focus and meet competing deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and work independently yet can lead and follow as part of a team
• Experience and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information

Benefits

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid time off
• Health insurance