Wright State University Looking for Assistant Director of Operations (Located in Columbus, Ohio) Full Time

EEO Statement

Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department: Articulation & Transfer

EEO number: 22P125

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: $51,000

Job Summary/Basic Function

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities include assisting with the operations and administration of the Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network (OATN). Responsibilities include human resource liaison, communications, and event planning plus the coordination of numerous meetings and committees along with the support with budget and memorandum of understanding/contract process. Position provides direct support to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Articulation and Transfer/Executive Director of the Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network with the implementation of the Ohio Department of Higher Education goals and the OATN goals. 

Minimum Qualifications

•        Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience 
•        Strong writing skills
•        Budget experience
•        Ability to be organized, self-motivated, flexible, responsible, and to effectively manage a variety of duties 
•        Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone
•        Ability to interact effectively with multiple constituencies
•        Ability to provide leadership and direction in a highly independent manner
•        Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications, and database management required
•        Proficient in Microsoft Applications software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
•        Ability to facilitate virtual meetings and conferences

Preferred Qualifications

•         Experience in higher education and articulation and transfer 

Essential Functions and percent of time

50% Responsible for the operations of the Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network office; support assigned staff and/or student personnel (responsible for the student interns (up to four) which includes recruitment, hiring, and supervision); act as human resource liaison (coordinates with Wright State University Office of Human Resources the hiring of OATN staff); oversee event planning implementation (including but not limited to producing web meetings and conference); logistics and coordination of numerous meetings and committees; support with numerous budgets and mange Memorandum of Understanding/Contract process; responsible for the invoice process of the Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network (OATN) multiple initiatives. 

20% Oversees the marketing efforts for the OATN which includes the OATN participation in National Transfer week; develops written communication for the OATN; develops and leads transfer professional development programs like the Transfer Talk Tuesday Initiative. 

10% Conducts research; prepare and disseminate report to various constituencies and government agencies; also compiles and analyze information

5% Oversees travel arrangements for OATN staff; develops area meeting schedule and coordinates agendas; also handles the Associate Vice Chancellor of Articulation and Transfer’s calendar.

5% Attend meetings; serve on committees.

5% Maintains virtual filing system and listservs for the OATN; and maintains membership lists of various committees and boards.

5% Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio.

Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free.  Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University.  This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. 

First Consideration Date: 03/04/2022