Job Description

Position Summary
The School of Professional Studies is seeking a Senior Administrative Manager to provide support to the Dean and senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives, including manage schedules and travel, assist with budget planning, prepare correspondence and presentations, and coordinate special projects. Work with senior leadership, administrative and academic offices, division heads, and external organizations. The role includes delegating tasks to student employees, direct and monitor the timely completion of projects, and maintain a well-organized and professional office environment.



Please note this is a fully onsite position.

Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree

Required Experience:
5+ years Progressively responsible experience in academic administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must include experience managing office operations and staff, planning and implementing projects and activities, and collecting and analyzing data

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. Requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; strong research and writing skills, research; and ability to effectively communicate sensitive information verbally and in writing to a diverse population. Good judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidence are essential. Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and experience with financial software (travel and expense platforms, etc.) and databases.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strongly preferred knowledge of office administration and experience within higher education.

Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $75,000.00 to USD $95,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.


Since 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) has been a deeply respected institution of higher education that is grounded in applied learning. From its early years, training returning World War II veterans to fulfill the nation’s urgent need for skilled technical workers, it has evolved into a professional education powerhouse that offers 20 graduate degrees, 14 bachelor’s degrees for undergraduate students, four associate’s degrees, and a plethora of continuing education courses and credentials.



NYU SPS is a thought leader, and serves as an incubator for new ideas in industries that are constantly changing. We prepare students for in-demand jobs in fields including real estate, hospitality and tourism; global affairs; global sports management; publishing; marketing and public relations; project management; executive coaching and organizational consulting, human capital management; information technology, management and systems; translation; publishing and professional writing. NYU SPS is focused on building skills that open doors to opportunities in emerging fields and global markets. NYU SPS faculty members are leading experts in their areas of discipline, with a hands-on approach that encourages students to push beyond their limits and to break new ground.