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Posted: 25-May-23
Location: USA - MA - Cambridge
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 62526BR
Job Summary
The Residential Master's Programs Administrator, reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Services, with a dotted line to the Associate Director for Residential Master's Education, will manage and support a variety of academic and operational projects and initiatives for four residential master's programs.
The Residential Master's Programs Administrator will work in close collaboration and partnership with all Degree Program team members and affiliated offices to ensure the successful planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of:
Position Description
- The student advising model including supporting related logistics as needed.
- Identified process improvement initiatives.
- Partner with the Senior Associate Dean and the Associate Director, along with other members of the Ed.M. team including affiliated faculty, to identify and implement a continuous assessment model for ensuring the Ed.M. attains and maximizes operational efficiency and satisfaction, helping to create the conditions where Ed.M. staff and faculty can thrive.
- Identify and make recommendations for streamlining operational aspects of the degree programs work.
- Support the Associate Director with academic progress letters and related activities.
- Manage Academic Award processes.
- Coordinate and manage student conference funds.
- Manage the Urban Scholars program.
- Manage financial processes related to assigned duties.
- Support budget preparation in conjunction with the Senior Associate Dean and Associate Director.
- In collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean and the Associate Director, plan and execute team meetings including annual retreats.
- Staff Ed.M. steering committee, summarize and follow up on key items needing follow-up.
- Provide event support for the Ed.M as needed.
- Coordinate and support any survey development and analysis, as well as support a residential Ed.M. wide web presence as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
3+ years related professional experience.
Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume showing that they meet the required basic qualifications.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience supporting academic programs highly desired.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Previous project management experience strongly preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communications.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong, collaborative relationships to advance the work.
- Ability to analyze data and summarize key themes to inform decision making.
This is a 2-year term position from date of hire.
Working Conditions
HGSE is currently developing dynamic workplace models which will actively support a combination of on-campus and remote work (within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business) where business and operational needs allow. You and your manager will discuss the best schedule based on your role and operational need. If your role allows for remote work, please note that all remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA (Only Exempt), CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Please also note that Harvard will withhold each applicable state's required tax and other withholdings from your paycheck for the time you work there.
We regret that the Harvard Graduate School of Education does not provide Visa sponsorship.
Additional Information
Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:
HGSE is a diverse community of learners, teachers, and employees who are passionate about changing the world through education and striving for maximum impact in the field of education.
HGSE Human Resources values diversity in all forms and believes that each employee brings a set of diverse experiences and identities to the workplace that makes us stronger, encourages innovation, and enhances our collective contributions. We continue to develop and support a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve; fosters an environment that allows everyone to belong and to bring their best self to work; and creates the conditions that empower employees to contribute their full potential to advancing the work of the school.
We do this by:
- Hiring and retaining staff reflecting the diversity of those we serve
- Providing employees opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged
- Reviewing and ensuring fairness and equity in HR practices and policies including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and compensation
- Developing strong relationships and partnerships internal and external to our community to advance diversity and inclusion
- Communicating transparently and respectfully; and
- Fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional work environment
About the Harvard Graduate School of Education
Many choose to work at the Harvard Graduate School of Education because they believe in our mission and are excited by our vision for the future. We have a reputation as a great place to work, for our excellent leadership, and we are a strong community that values diversity. For more information about HGSE, its programs, research, and faculty, please visit: www.gse.harvard.edu
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Salary Grade: 055
Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
