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American Museum

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Posting Details</b></h2>
<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Assistant Director, Donor Communications</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Advancement - 130</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
<div><div>The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world&rsquo;s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.<br>
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The Advancement department is seeking a full-time Assistant Director, Donor Communications.<br>
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A skilled writer and collaborative team member, the Assistant Director excels at shaping stories from across the Museum that demonstrate both the significance of the Museum&rsquo;s work and the opportunities for donor support to deepen that impact.<br>
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Responsible for creating donor-facing materials, the Assistant Director partners directly with frontline fundraisers, Advancement leadership and colleagues across the Museum to gather information, develop donor communications materials and manage these projects from concept through completion. This position requires strong writing and editing abilities, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate understands how compelling storytelling drives philanthropic engagement.<br>
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Job duties include, but are not limited to:</div><ul>
<li>Translate complex institutional initiatives, scientific research and programmatic work into clear, engaging language for donor audiences. Develop and write original donor-facing communications, including impact briefs, program summaries, pitch presentations, talking points, donor newsletters, website copy and other Advancement materials highlighting the Museum&rsquo;s work and the role of philanthropy.</li>
<li>Research and gather information from programmatic departments, scientists, educators and others across the Museum to identify and develop compelling stories about institutional initiatives, strategic priorities and the impact of philanthropy.</li>
<li>Collaborate with frontline fundraisers to develop coordinated evergreen and communications materials for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities.</li>
<li>Edit and refine communications materials to ensure clarity, accuracy and alignment with institutional branding, writing and visual standards, partnering closely with other departments. Collaborate with the Director to develop and ensure consistency with templates, guidelines and messaging.</li>
<li>Manage multiple donor communications projects simultaneously with Advancement partners, tracking project timelines, feedback and revisions to meet deadlines and ensure alignment.</li>
<li>Maintain organized systems for drafts, approvals and final materials while refining donor communications best practices and workflows.</li>
<li>Staff periodic Advancement events in the evening or on weekends, as needed.</li><br>
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</ul><div>
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The expected salary range for the Assistant Director, Donor Communications is $80,000/annual &ndash; $90,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.<br>
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Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in English, communications, museum studies, a field aligned with this position&rsquo;s mission (e.g., anthropology, science) or another related field.</li>
<li>Five years progressively responsible experience in advancement communications, donor relations, development or another related field.</li>
<li>Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, including the ability to shift writing style to fit purpose, audience, voice and tone.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in project management, project planning and time management.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills including the ability to critically examine information and ask probing questions.</li>
<li>Fluency in the Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
</ul>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Experience working in communications, marketing or writing in an advancement/development office at a nonprofit or cultural institution.</li>
<li>Proficiency working with design software such as Photoshop, InDesign or Canva.</li>
</ul>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Physical Demands</b></div>
<ul><li>Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.</li>
<li>Must be able to move about the Museum campus.</li>
</ul>
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<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Full-Time</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period</b></div> <div>70</div>
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<div><div><b>Union Status</b></div> <div>Non-Union</div>
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<div><div><b>FLSA</b></div> <div>Exempt</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Expected Salary Minimum</b></div> <div>$80,000/annual</div>
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<div><div><b>Expected Salary Maximum</b></div> <div>$90,000/annual</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Assistant Director, Donor Communications

Columbia University

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building:</li>
<li>Salary Range: $80,000 - $87,625</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Assistant Director, Career Design Lab works as part of the Career Design Lab team in advising and educating students regarding career goals, strategies and individual professional development through individual advising sessions, small group workshops and presentations. The Assistant Director works closely with the Associate Director in marketing, facilitating and evaluating programming including workshops, panels, on-campus and online recruitment events plus networking opportunities. Supporting the web-based career management system, website and online programming as well as general employer relations, the Assistant Direct also directly supervises Student Interns.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<p><b>
Career Services Generalist</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide school-wide programs and services for students, alumni, and employers.</li>
<li>Work in various Standing teams on long-term, school-wide projects, services, and programs as well as Agile Teams for short-term pilot projects and testing.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Program-Specific Support</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Work directly with academic director and administrators from assigned program(s) for tailored support.</li>
<li>Provide career advising including individual coaching sessions to students, resume/CV critiques, and the administration of assessment inventories, mock interviews, and job search techniques.</li>
<li>Develop a repository of career development resources that is available to all SPS students (e.g. external resources as well as internally produced materials).</li>
<li>Develop initiatives focused on industry specific career outreach in targeted industries.</li>
<li>Facilitate a wide-range of recruitment opportunities for the benefit of SPS students in your assigned program(s); manage the design and delivery of recruiting activities for these students; maintain relationships to support the potential of future opportunities; uphold quality of recruiting services provided, and retain employer related data to improve the recruiting program.</li>
<li>Align qualified student talent with employer interest and needs; implement assessment based strategies to effectively cultivate student talent; manage the coordination of program-specific career events; oversee the communication between appropriate campus departments and program participants; conduct on-going assessment and provide feedback as to the effectiveness of such events.</li>
<li>Maintain the quality of resume books and processes, resume referral, and other methods of presenting students and alumni to employers; establish and enforce guidelines for student participation in the recruiting program including recruiting deadlines, procedures, and schedules.</li>
<li>May be responsible for supervising the work of one (1) or more employees.</li>
</ul>
<p>Performs other duties and projects as assigned or requested.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent related experience required.</li>
<li>3 years related experience.</li>
<li>A resume and cover letter with salary requirements must be submitted to be considered for the position.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Master's degree preferred.</li>
<li>Substantial experience with career services technology in career assessment, recruitment/job boards, Applicant Tracking System (ATS), employer outreach, marketing, social media, and program and systems assessment.</li>
<li>Experience in a supervisory role including the training and development of staff is strongly preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Other Requirements</p>
<ul>
<li>Experience with career advising in higher educational setting with strong knowledge and experience with career coaching.</li>
<li>Ability to work well under pressure, balance school-wide and program-specific workload with shifting priorities and short-deadlines.</li>
<li>Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently and carefully manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with short deadlines in a high volume environment.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills required, particularly for building trust and effective relationships with assigned academic programs.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Assistant Director, Career Design Lab

Accor

<div><div>Company Description</div><p></p><div><br>
Job Description</div><p><br>
As the Assistant Director of Housekeeping you will be responsible for the day to day management of the housekeeping department. You will continually focus on quality and contribute to the hotel profitability through effective cost controls. You will also be responsible for developing and training ambassadors and ensuring that guest satisfaction and ambassador satisfaction goals are met.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What is in it for you:</b></p><p>
You will have the opportunity to work with an established worldwide hospitality organization which embraces cultural diversity and Corporate Social Responsibility activities.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What you will be doing:</b></p><p>
Oversee the operational activities of the housekeeping department.</p><p>
Manage budgets according to occupancy and forecasting.</p><p>
Implement guidelines and policies and procedures.</p><p>
Guide operations and establish a work environment which is conducive to achieving goals and objectives.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position pays $70-75k.</p><p></p><div><br>
Qualifications</div><p><b><br>
Your experience and skills include</b>:</p><p>
You will have at least 3 years previous Rooms division management experience .</p><p>
You will have a four year degree or equivalent hospitality management experience.</p><p>
Experience managing in a union environment.</p><p>
Strong operational controls, budgeting, forecasting and scheduling skills.</p><p>
Ability to work well in stressful and high pressure situations.</p><p>
Multi-lingual and previous upscale management experience preferred.</p><div><br>
Additional Information</div><p><b><br>
Your team and working environment:</b></p><p>
Ideally, situated steps away from Fifth Avenue, Times Square and Grand Central Station, Sofitel New York&rsquo;s 398 spacious guest rooms including 52 suites provide a haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. With French inspiration, our ambassadors deliver service from the heart and lifelong memories one guest at a time.<br>
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<b>Our commitment to Diversity &amp; Inclusion:
</b><br>
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.<br>
<br>
<b>Why work for Accor?</b><br>
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are 280,000 women and men placing people at the heart of what we do, and nurturing real passion for service and achievement Joining Accor means embarking on a unique life journey to imagine tomorrow's hospitality.<br>
To join our Group, please visit https://careers.accor.com/</p><p>
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p></div>

Assistant Director of Housekeeping

Sofitel

<div><b>Company Description</b><p></p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
As the Assistant Director of Housekeeping you will be responsible for the day to day management of the housekeeping department. You will continually focus on quality and contribute to the hotel profitability through effective cost controls. You will also be responsible for developing and training ambassadors and ensuring that guest satisfaction and ambassador satisfaction goals are met.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What is in it for you:</b></p><p>
You will have the opportunity to work with an established worldwide hospitality organization which embraces cultural diversity and Corporate Social Responsibility activities.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What you will be doing:</b></p><p>
Oversee the operational activities of the housekeeping department.</p><p>
Manage budgets according to occupancy and forecasting.</p><p>
Implement guidelines and policies and procedures.</p><p>
Guide operations and establish a work environment which is conducive to achieving goals and objectives.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position pays $70-75k.</p><p></p><b><br>
Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
Your experience and skills include</b>:</p><p>
You will have at least 3 years previous Rooms division management experience .</p><p>
You will have a four year degree or equivalent hospitality management experience.</p><p>
Experience managing in a union environment.</p><p>
Strong operational controls, budgeting, forecasting and scheduling skills.</p><p>
Ability to work well in stressful and high pressure situations.</p><p>
Multi-lingual and previous upscale management experience preferred.</p><b><br>
Additional Information</b><p><b><br>
Your team and working environment:</b></p><p>
Ideally, situated steps away from Fifth Avenue, Times Square and Grand Central Station, Sofitel New York&rsquo;s 398 spacious guest rooms including 52 suites provide a haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city. With French inspiration, our ambassadors deliver service from the heart and lifelong memories one guest at a time.<br>
<br>
<b>Our commitment to Diversity &amp; Inclusion:
</b><br>
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.<br>
<br>
<b>Why work for Accor?</b><br>
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are 280,000 women and men placing people at the heart of what we do, and nurturing real passion for service and achievement Joining Accor means embarking on a unique life journey to imagine tomorrow's hospitality.<br>
To join our Group, please visit https://careers.accor.com/</p><p>
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p></div>

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building: Pulitzer Hall</li>
<li>Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Career Services, the Assistant Director works to implement department strategy of educating and supporting students in their efforts to find and land employment opportunities. Serves as the first and often key point of contact working with employers to solicit, track and present opportunities to students and alumni; identifies and develops new internships and fellowships, assists and directs students and alumni to departmental and external job hunting tools and resources, responsible for all aspects of management and publicity for career education and recruiting events and occasionally conceives and books events independently.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<p><b>
Outreach and Engagement</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Serves as departmental liaison with employers and point person in department responsible for soliciting, identifying, tracking and publicizing employment opportunities for current students and recent alumni, with a focus on internship and fellowship programs. As appropriate, makes and facilitates connections between applicant pool and employers. First and often primary contact in department for employers; manages career related inquiries or forwards them to staff as appropriate, educates recruiters about J-school programs and populations and directs and supports them in the use of resources provided by the office. Recruits employers for the annual Career Expo. Proactively establishes new and manages and maintains existing relationships with recruiters and editors to generate and track programs, jobs and employment opportunities as well as develops new industry resources and contacts. Conducts site visits and attends industry events to meet employers and solicit jobs for J-schoolers and get updated information about jobs and candidate qualifications.</li>
<li>Builds and constantly refreshes databases on internship and fellowship programs, employer contacts, and application procedures to ensure information is the most comprehensive available in the field and easily accessible to students and staff.</li>
<li>Posts jobs in 12twenty, Career Development&rsquo;s digital job board. Posts or oversees all postings, reviews and gives approval for listings (from employers); collects contacts, gauges effectiveness of postings and takes steps to clarify or generate additional attention.</li>
<li>Responsible for providing students and staff guidance and information on programs and application processes. Counsels and assists students with application procedures and troubleshoots with individual students and employers as needed on multiple aspects of application process.</li>
<li>Tracks applications and generates application packages for employers as requested.</li>
<li>Gets updated information from employers and responsible for updating collateral and posters about existing internships, fellowships, and other special employment contracts and also initiates and drafts new agreements. Works with faculty to get updated information and collaborates as requested in publicizing in -house fellowship opportunities.</li>
<li>Manages inquiries from the above audiences on a multitude of subjects including but not limited to: job opportunities, available resources and employment issues and in consultation with Associate Dean, proposes appropriate actions to be taken and how action plans may be executed.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Career Guidance/ Education/ Publicity:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>In consultation with Associate Dean, serves as a contact and resource for students, supporting them in all aspects of their interactions with the Office of Career Development. Provides information and guidance about events, departmental offerings and procedures, about various internship and job opportunities including eligibility and application processes and as directed by associate dean, provides guidance about targets for consideration. Guides and directs students to various references and web assets and as directed by Associate Dean, gives students guidance primarily about internship and fellowship programs and content and presentation of application materials. Works with alumni, directing them to internal and external resources helpful in job search.</li>
<li>Collaborates with staff to recommend and provide career education programming to students and independently conceives, arranges and books panel discussions and guest speakers. In collaboration with and as assigned by associate dean, responsible for student career education programming on several topics including jobs in social media and using digital platforms in the job search.</li>
<li>Responsible for publicizing employment opportunities, programming, deadlines and special events to J-school students and alumni through a variety of platforms including posters, flyers, social media outreach, calendars, databases, emails etc.</li>
<li>Represents the university while conducting employer/recruiter and student outreach. Represents the department on school-wide committees including Events Committee, Technology, special events including school wide Career Services and Alumni affairs meetings as well as external journalism events.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Event Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Working closely with department colleagues, responsible for the planning and execution of the annual Career Expo serving the entire graduating class. Handles electronic invitations and lists, actively recruits companies, manages company and student registrations, interview schedules, logistics, oversees budget and handles a myriad of other aspects for the event. In collaboration with Career Services staff, responsible for administration and arranging at least 100 other events annually, including booking rooms, AV support and responsible for the creating publicity materials, communications and social media outreach to students, employers, faculty and staff. Ensures that workshops and events meet the highest possible standards within given budget requirements.</li>
<li>Arranges and manages on-campus visits by employers, recruiters, etc. including the scheduling and juggling interview appointment schedules.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> Technology/Website/Database Management</b>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Designs, generates, implements, maintains, troubleshoots, provides staff training and support for a wide variety of surveys, digital platforms, databases and systems used by the department.</li>
<li>Updates the Career Services closed LinkedIn groups which may entail generating new information and guides, generating and posting audio and visual materials as well as posting information/documents provided by others to the designated website.</li>
<li>Data Collection and analysis: Supports the assoc. dean in working on various reports throughout the year including annual end-of-the year employment report, country or industry specific employment reports. Identifies areas for data collection and tracks, records, compiles and analyzes data in various areas including recording events and attendance, job postings and application numbers, counselor counseling sessions etc. Oversees the student internships/employment, alumni and media contacts databases; ensures integrity of the data and manages online forms for workshop registrations, resume consultations, career expos and surveys.</li>
</ul>
<p>Performs other related duties as assigned.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<p><i>
Education: </i>Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent required. Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</p>
<p><i>
Experience: </i>Minimum of 3-5 years related experience</p>
<p><i>
Other Skills: </i>Must have solid knowledge of journalism industry. Technology skills include strong ability in Excel, Adobe Photoshop, HTML, facility with web content management systems and more; outstanding organizational abilities and attention to detail; Ability to be self-directed; Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to conduct extensive web research; willingness to help others and be a team member; ability to effectively interact with all levels or the organization.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<p>
Previous experience preferably in editorial side of journalism, student counseling and or academic management</p>
<p></p>
<p>Other Requirements</p>
<p></p>
<p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Assistant Director, Career Services

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building:</li>
<li>Salary Range: $81,000 - $88,000</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
Columbia's Center for Teaching &amp; Learning is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director in its Graduate Student Programs and Services group. The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) partners with faculty, students, and colleagues across the University to support excellence and innovation in teaching and learning. The CTL is committed to advancing the culture of teaching and learning at Columbia through all of its programs, services, and resources.</p>
<p>
Reporting to the Director, Graduate Student Programs and Services, the Assistant Director will support professional development and improve the effectiveness of Teaching Assistants, Teaching Fellows, other graduate student instructors at Columbia, and postdocs by providing pedagogical programs, consultations, and resources.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Provide professional development in pedagogy and effective communication practices for Teaching Fellows, Teaching Assistants, and other graduate student instructors at Columbia University.
<ul><li>Establish working relationships with these populations through the design and implementation of teaching development orientations, institutes, workshops, and other programming informed by the scholarship of teaching and learning.</li>
<li>Manage fellowship programs, learning communities, and other cohort-building experiences centered in the CTL.</li>
</ul></li><li>Design teaching development workshops and disseminate instructional resources to deliver in a variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts. Highlight pedagogical methods appropriate to a diverse student body.
<ul><li>Support curricula tailored to graduate students for seminars and certificate programs in teaching and learning, as well as online materials such as teaching guides, blog and other social media posts, and case studies.</li>
<li>Coordinate with departments and schools on teaching and professional development for graduate students.</li>
<li>Collaborate on faculty development programs as appropriate.</li>
</ul></li><li>Conduct consultations for graduate students in academic career development, teaching statements and portfolios, and grant/fellowship applications related to teaching and learning. Provide support in the areas of course design, instructional design and delivery customized to the varying needs of academic disciplines and schools at Columbia.</li>
<li>Stay abreast of research, trends, and innovations in teaching and learning as applied to classroom and online learning environments. Consult and collaborate with learning designers and CTL communications staff on projects and initiatives that integrate best pedagogical practices and emerging technologies.</li>
<li>Contribute to strategic planning for the Center for Teaching and Learning, cultivate partnerships on campus to identify new needs and opportunities for teaching support, identify best practices and resources available beyond Columbia and applicable to the work of the CTL, and help represent the CTL's work at briefings, campus visits, conferences, and other academic venues.</li>
<li>Working closely with the Associate Director of Assessment and Evaluation, conduct ongoing assessment of programs and services. Analyze workshop activity, surveys, captured footage, and other evidence of impact, and draw on such data for iterative improvement of CTL programs and services.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience required.</li>
<li>3 to 5 years directly related experience required.</li>
<li>University teaching experience and well-developed teaching, research, and assessment skills.</li>
<li>Current knowledge of best practices and emerging trends in teaching and learning.</li>
<li>Experience in applying research to curricular innovations and professional development in teaching and learning.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills and service-oriented approach to individuals at all levels and across disciplines.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with administrators, academic units, faculty, graduate students, and staff.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, analytical, and program development skills.</li>
<li>Ability to juggle multiple assignments and provide high-quality, timely support.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the academic environment.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Advanced degree in academic discipline or Instructional Design.</li>
<li>Demonstrated accomplishment supporting the development of inclusive teaching practices.</li>
<li>Demonstrated accomplishment supporting the development of instructional practices that are responsive to generative AI technologies.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

Assistant Director, Graduate Students Programs and Services

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building:</li>
<li>Salary Range: $66,300 - $68,000 Annually</li>
</ul><div><i>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</i></div><br>
<div></div>
<p></p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>
Reporting to the Director of Administration and Planning, the incumbent assists with various financial functions for Undergraduate Student Life, including the areas of the Dean of USL, Multicultural Affairs, Residential Life, Student Engagement, as well as the financial functions for approximately 340 recognized student organizations and their governing boards and councils.</p>
<p>
The Assistant Director serves as the primary travel arranger for student group travel and visitors invited to participate in recognized student group programs and events, and works as part of the Administration and Planning (A&amp;P) team to provide administrative assistance to Undergraduate Student Life staff.</p>
<p>
The Assistant Director assists the department with: project management for A&amp;P; shaping financial policy and procedures; improving financial advising processes and services; processing &amp; approving a high volume of financial transactions; providing preliminary oversight over financial accounts and processes; fielding, delegating, troubleshooting and escalating student and staff inquiries; delivering financial training curriculums; developing policy documents; and developing communications related to finance and operations.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul>
<li>Accurate and prompt processing, verification, and coding of expenses for a high volume of invoices, reimbursements, check requests, travel advances, deposits, journal entries, and wire transfers, in the University's accounting systems. Resolves inquiries on payment status for internal and external clients. Approve a high volume of purchasing card (P Card) transactions for approximately 40 USL staff and 340 student organizations with accuracy and efficiency. Problem-solve issues and clarify processes to staff and students as needed.</li>
<li>Books air, ground and rail transportation and lodging, for undergraduate students, University visitors, and Undergraduate Student Life (USL) staff, working closely with USL Leadership team and advisers to adhere to Columbia University&rsquo;s and Columbia College's travel policies and protocols. Reconcile travel expenses and process expense reimbursements via Concur (the University&rsquo;s online travel and expense system), including travel advances and preparation of reports on travel spend.</li>
<li>The incumbent, in collaboration with the Administrative Coordinator for Clubs and Orgs Travel, will serve as the primary point of contact for booking, logistics, itineraries, and inquiries related to travel for staff, students, and visitors. Acts as a liaison between USL and campus partners, including Columbia College Finance, Columbia Travel and Procurement, and Columbia Transportation, to facilitate contracts associated with travel, car service vouchers, and charter bus reservations. Maintains relationships with travel vendors, including airlines, hotels, car rentals, and the University&rsquo;s travel partner, World Travel, Inc. (WTI).</li>
<li>Prepare weekly reporting for student council and governing board leadership and ad-hoc reporting for USL staff, review monthly financial statements, and analyze budget variance reports. Routinely meet with staff, student leaders, supervisor, Columbia College Finance, and relevant Undergraduate Student Life staff to review year-to-date activity, identify trends that will impact the budget plans for future periods, and collaborate on solutions for improved budgeting and financial stewardship. Prepare ad hoc reports regarding financial activity as needed.</li>
<li>Serves as USL&rsquo;s primary liaison for Columbia&rsquo;s undergraduate travel policy and interacts with the Undergraduate Travel Review Committee&rsquo;s core planning team to ensure that student groups and advisers are aware of the latest policies and adhere to reporting and compliance requirements. Facilitates regular training sessions on travel policies and practices for USL staff members and students including during new staff onboarding, at the annual adviser training retreat, and on an as-needed basis. Keep staff and student organizations regularly informed of new policies, changes in current policy, current and new services within Undergraduate Student Life, Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, and the University.</li>
<li>Work closely with the Director, Associate Director, student organization advisers, and student leaders on all initiatives to ensure compliance with Columbia College and University policies and procedures. Assist with the evaluation of current financial processes and services, design and develop new methods of service to streamline processes and increase productivity and client satisfaction. Investigate requests for new services to determine feasibility and method of implementation.</li>
<li>Advise a cohort of student groups who participate in frequent travel. Provide backup assistance to the A&amp;P unit, including processing financial transactions, P-Card reconciliation, and non-travel Concur transactions and reimbursement/expense reports.</li>
<li>Play critical role in solutions-oriented ideation/regular conversations around policies and procedures with Associate Director and Director of Administration and Planning.</li>
<li>Participate in the growth and development of USL, the College; School of Engineering, and Columbia University, including providing support for key initiatives and experiences, serving on committees, and collaborating with College and University partners to further the work of USL and the College.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree required along with at least two years of related experience required, or the equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Direct experience arranging complex domestic and international travel itineraries</li>
<li>Proven background in processing large volumes of transactional work on a day to day basis, while managing other short and long term travel projects</li>
<li>Outstanding administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills required</li>
<li>Must be willing to learn new processes and technologies as needed</li>
<li>Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a high volume operation</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a strong commitment to providing high quality service in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Tact and diplomacy and the ability to exercise judgment when working with sensitive and confidential information</li>
<li>Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe programs, and other similar technology platforms</li>
<li>Must be able to work with diverse constituencies and support an inclusive work environment</li>
</ul>
<p>As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Council of Ivy Group Presidents (Ivy League), it is imperative that members of the Columbia University community, in all matters related to the intercollegiate athletics program, exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Preferred Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li>Three to four years of related experience preferred</li>
<li>Knowledge and/or experience using Concur is a strong advantage</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran</p>
<p>
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</p></div>

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