Assistant Director of Operations

Howard University

1d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Operations plays a key role in ensuring the efficient functioning and compliance of the University Transportation Center (UTC)’s daily activities and supports research, education, technology transfer, and outreach goals related to transportation safety and innovation.

Requirements

Master’s degree in civil engineering, transportation, computer science, or a related field.
At least two years of professional experience.
Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and digital administrative tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising staff or student teams preferred.
Knowledge of transportation systems and university operations is strongly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversee day‐to‐day operational activities for the center, including research, logistics, scheduling, facility management, and compliance reporting.
Manage budgets and resources, reconcile expenditures, and allocate funds for various projects.
Supervise support staff, student workers, and support hiring, training, and evaluation processes.
Implement and monitor procedures and regulations in line with university and federal requirements.
Develop and maintain relationships with internal departments and external partners to address transportation program needs.
Support grant research, reporting, technology transfer, and outreach initiatives, ensuring operational goals align with broader UTC objectives.
Collect and analyze operational data, prepare reports, and recommend improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.