Job Information
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY 993680 - Coordinator, Operations & Special Projects in Kent, Ohio
Job Title:
Coordinator, Operations and Special Projects
Physical Location:
Kent Campus - Kent, OH (Hybrid)
Salary:
$45,599-$63,281
Basic Function:
To support the operations of a division, large unit and/or college by providing administrative assistance and serving as the preliminary contact and coordinator of large scale projects and events. Reports designated administrator.
Additional Basic Function -- if applicable:
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Provide administrative and project support to a division, large unit and/or college; serve as point of contact and liaison between the office and internal and external and outside constituencies relative to activities and needs of the office, resolution of issues, projects and other administrative functions.
Collaborate with office administration on projects; research issues/requests, provide recommendations for resolving issues/requests based on policy and other precedents.
Analyze information and develop and prepare reports to aid in leadership decision making.
Develop and coordinate events and activities as assigned.
Provide organizational support to office administration which may include website updates, calendar management, travel arrangements and expense reimbursement processing.
Organize and attend meetings and prepare materials for meetings as assigned.
Oversee office budget, manage office purchasing and reconcile p-card expenses; investigates problems, reconcile solutions and prepare replies.
May provide direct supervision of classified staff, unclassified staff, graduate assistant, and/or student employees.
Oversee and manage budgetary and human resource functions within assigned units, which may include the facilitation of student scholarships, the oversight of non-academic unit budgets, and the administration of policies, forms, and other regulations.
Serve on various university committees as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties -- if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus three years' higher education experience or a combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to seven years of higher education administrative experience.
License/Certification:
Knowledge Of:
Personal computer applications including the Microsoft Office Suite Essential project management skills (problem-solving and organizational skills) University structure, academic development and programs
Skill In:
Written, verbal and interpersonal communications Exercising sound judgment and problem resolution Multi-tasking while managing multiple projects and assignments Providing supervision and direction to others Budget processing Utilizing web content management system for website management
Ability To:
Work evenings and weekends on an occasional basis Attend to details and follow-up Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others Function well within a team-oriented environment Adhere to deadlines
Preferred Qualifications -- if applicable:
Assessments:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Working Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, with remote (hybrid) options available
Additional Information:
Kent State University is comm