Established in 1873, Arts and Sciences is Boston University's largest and most academically diverse unit, encompassing over 8,400 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, 800 faculty members, and 300 staff across 50 departments, programs, centers, and institutes. Our faculty are award-winning researchers, innovative teachers, and dedicated mentors committed to exploring the complexities of our present and past, uncovering new perspectives, and crafting creative solutions to real-world problems. Our staff are dynamic, mission-driven professionals who foster community, inclusion, and belonging to advance every aspect of the college enterprise. Our community thrives on collaboration, bold ideas, and interdisciplinary exploration. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge that changes the world and provides boundless opportunities to inspire the next generation of leaders. We offer generous benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition remission, retirement savings, paid time off, and holiday leave. The Anthropology Department is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Department Administrator to manage and oversee all financial, administrative, and operational functions. This critical role ensures the smooth functioning of the department and supports its academic and research missions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets, oversee grant administration, and prepare financial reports.
- Personnel and Operations Management: Address personnel matters, coordinate IT and equipment needs, and oversee space and facilities management.
- Graduate Program Administration: Oversee all aspects of the graduate student program, including maintaining records and providing programmatic support.
- Communication and Outreach: Develop and maintain the department's website, ensuring up-to-date and accurate content.
- Supervision: Directly supervise three staff members, providing guidance and support to ensure the efficient operation of departmental activities.
Skills
- B.A./B.S., and one to three years of experience required.
- 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in administrative, financial, or personnel management roles.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic community and to support the research and teaching efforts of a distinguished faculty.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
