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Our client, a leading institution in higher education, is seeking a dedicated and strategic Department Manager-Higher Education to join their dynamic team. As a Department Manager-Higher Education, you will be instrumental in overseeing departmental operations, fostering growth, and ensuring the effective management of resources. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, which will align successfully within the organization.

**Job Title:** Department Manager-Higher Education

Duration 3-6months +

**Location:** New York, NY 10006

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**Pay Range:** $40-45

What's the Job?

+ Lead the management of overall departmental operations, processes, and strategic planning to support institutional goals.

+ Serve as a primary resource for staff, faculty, and researchers on policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and compliance.

+ Develop and present innovative improvement plans to enhance workflow efficiency and promote departmental growth.

+ Oversee and approve departmental budgets, including post-award grant expenses and workflows, ensuring financial integrity.

+ Support academic administration, faculty processes, and coordinate department events to foster a collaborative environment.

What's Needed?

+ Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field; Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field preferred.

+ Minimum of 3 years of relevant administrative experience, including supervising departmental operations and managing budgets.

+ Experience with faculty hiring, payroll, and research administration is highly desirable.

+ Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to interact effectively at all levels.

+ Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management at an intermediate level or higher.

What's in it for me?

+ Opportunity to contribute to a prestigious higher education institution and make a meaningful impact.

+ Collaborative work environment that values innovation and professional growth.

+ Supportive leadership committed to your success and development.

+ Engagement in diverse projects that challenge and expand your skills.

+ Competitive pay rate aligned with your expertise and experience.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

+ Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

+ Dental Plan

+ Vision Plan

+ Health Savings Account

+ Health Flexible Spending Account

+ Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

+ Supplemental Life Insurance

+ Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

+ Business Travel Insurance

+ 401(k), Plus Match

+ Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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