The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Serves as the key leader responsible for overseeing and managing all administrative functions within the organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities, implementing efficient processes and procedures, and fostering a productive and positive work environment. The Administrative Director is tasked with supervising administrative staff, managing budgets, developing policies, and collaborating with other department heads to optimize organizational efficiency. Additionally, the Administrative Director serves as a liaison between administrative staff and senior management, providing regular updates on operations and contributing to strategic decision-making.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
The director of administration is responsible for all administrative aspects of the department where they work. The primary responsibility is to monitor the department’s daily operations and ensure that everything is going correctly. Monitoring the budget and audits, working with supervisors, and analyzing vital data such as finances and progress reports are just a few of their responsibilities.
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:
N/A
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- The Director of Administration is responsible for improving administrative processes and policies, managing administrative staff, and leading long-term organizational planning.
- Manage an internet scheduling database and keep online records up to date for organization-wide access.
- Prepare personnel evaluations and administer command policies concerning people management, distribution, workforce assignment, and logistics support.
- Manage the department’s administrative functions.
- Lead projects and improve controls, processes, reporting, and personnel turnover to re-establish mission-critical department credibility within the university.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Self-motivated and reliable.
- Thorough knowledge of, or the capacity to quickly learn, the organization’s office equipment, recordkeeping systems, management information systems, and related processes.
- Interpersonal abilities that are professional and discreet and the ability to work with a wide range of personalities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in business administration or equivalent years of experience. Strategic thinking, strategic thinking, great communication, and decision-making skills, intense supervision and leadership abilities, excellent time management abilities, and a track record of meeting deadlines and should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or similar products.
