Assistant Director

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.