Academic Program Administrator
About The Position
The USC Annenberg School of Communication is seeking an Academic Program Administrator to oversee the day-to-day operations and administrative functions of its academic programs. This role manages the Ph.D. and Global Communication master's programs, coordinates all curriculum updates for the School of Communication, and ensures the smooth execution of numerous processes essential to the School's operations. The Academic Program Administrator also supports curriculum development and other program initiatives, contributing to both short- and long-term strategic goals. This position plays a key role in delivering seamless program operations and high-quality experiences for students, faculty, and stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 3 years of relevant work experience (combined education/experience may substitute for minimum requirements)
- Experience managing learning programs for adults
- Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and coordinate program logistics
- Experience with databases and data entry
- Proven project management and problem-solving skills, able to manage multiple timelines, changing priorities, and fluctuating workloads
Nice To Haves
- 5 years of experience, preferably in higher education
- Experience in management or leadership roles, including working with domestic and international stakeholders
- Budget oversight and planning experience
- Experience in higher education and/or customer services
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and administrative functions of academic programs.
- Manage the Ph.D. and Global Communication master's programs.
- Coordinate all curriculum updates for the School of Communication.
- Ensure the smooth execution of numerous processes essential to the School's operations.
- Support curriculum development and other program initiatives.
- Contribute to both short- and long-term strategic goals.
- Deliver seamless program operations and high-quality experiences for students, faculty, and stakeholders.
Benefits
- USC has excellent benefits, including health and dental benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans; tuition benefits for staff and their family; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, transit subsidy program, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
