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Job Code: 89094
FLSA Status: This position is typically exempt.
Prepared By: NAU Human Resources Department
Revision Date: 5-18-98
SUMMARY:
A management position which is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of a department or work unit. May also be responsible for a major project or program within a department. Typically reports to the department director.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The assistant director position is generally positioned below an associate director and/or director. The associate director classification typically requires more years of experience and has a broader responsibility for the department's operations, including a greater role in representing the department in various settings, staff supervision. The associate director position generally has greater decision making authority.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are examples of typical duties. Other duties may be assigned. Essential duties should be identified on a more specific working job description.
- Assists department director in the management of a department or work unit.
- Develop, administer and evaluate major programs or projects.
- Responsible for interacting and developing partnerships with other departments and work units in order to attain department goals and objectives.
- Conducts research as appropriate to projects or initiatives within the work unit.
- Serves as a member of the department's management team by participating in strategic planning, staffing decisions and other key areas..
- May be assigned budgetary responsibilities.
- Typically responsible for supervision of professional and support staff.
- Serves as back-up in the absence of department director or other supervisory personnel.
- Provides guidance and consistency in policy and procedure decisions within work unit.
- Serves as a liaison to community organizations and customers to meet departmental goals and program requirements.
- Represents the department or work unit on various committees, work groups and employee forums.
- May have training responsibilities related to the department, employees or outside customers
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Excellent supervisory, organizational and training skills
- Skill in program development and execution
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity
- Working knowledge of the principles and procedures of the assigned work unit.
- Ability to work independently
- Awareness and commitment to NAU's EEO/Affirmative Action Plan and Safe Working and Learning Environment goals.
- Related university experience dealing with area of assignment is helpful.
- Appropriate certification desired
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in area of assignment. Required experience can range from 4-6 years, depending on education required and the individual position. In some cases a masters degree may be required. |
