Senior Administrative Manager – Office of Executive Vice Dean

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Oversee and manage all operational functions and activities for the Executive Vice Dean .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in operational management, strategic planning, and budget oversight within an academic environment. Capable of effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders while managing multiple projects and events.

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Operational ManagementStrategic PlanningBudget ManagementEvent PlanningData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementData AnalysisPolicy DevelopmentProject ManagementEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCreativity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Academic AdministrationFinance AdministrationHuman ResourcesClinical AffairsFaculty Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage all operational functions and activities for the Executive Vice Dean
Provide leadership and direction for strategic planning initiatives
Serve as a key member of the College of Dentistry’s Dean’s Office
Manage office budget and financial planning, facilities, project management, human resources and faculty affairs, and clinical affairs and administration
Represent the Executive Vice Dean at selected internal and external meetings
Manage and advise the Executive Vice Dean and office staff on day-to-day operations
Identify priorities, resolve complex issues, and optimize available resources
Monitor linkages with senior administrative officers to ensure effective communication and responsiveness
Oversee ongoing projects, ensuring alignment with objectives, milestones, timelines, and success measures
Develop, plan, and administer special events, strategic pathways retreats, activities, and meetings for high-level groups
Serve as the primary liaison with internal and external constituents
Provide strategic and tactical guidance for departmental activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of relevant experience in academic or finance administration or an equivalent combination
Experience managing office operations, planning and implementing special events and activities, and collecting and analyzing data
Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
Ability to communicate sensitive information verbally and in writing to individuals at all levels
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Ability to generate creative ideas and work independently
Professional and confidential manner with employees and outside groups
Ability to manage budgets
Ability to develop, implement and interpret policies and procedures
Operational and staff supervision experience
Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
Ability to develop new ideas for events
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a rapidly changing environment
Good judgment, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and ability to maintain confidence
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

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