Operations Administrator, Climate Initiative

New York University • New York, NY

8d • $77,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The Operations Administrator plans, initiates, coordinates, and ensures the smooth promotion, implementation, and overall operation of the NYU Climate Initiative. The role manages events, faculty and student engagement, financial administration, communications, website operations, and office systems.

The administrator manages assigned projects and processes that advance priorities established by senior leadership. The role partners with multiple University offices and external partners to ensure programs, communications, and operations are delivered effectively, professionally, and on schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in program administration, operations, project coordination, event management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to independently coordinate multiple projects, programs, and administrative processes involving competing priorities and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with budget administration, purchasing/procurement, vendor coordination, or related processes.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage sensitive information, and work effectively across organizational boundaries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience working in higher education, research administration, or a university setting.
• Experience supporting executive leadership, faculty committees, or governance bodies.
• Familiarity with NYU administrative and financial systems.
• Interest in climate, sustainability, or interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, coordinate, and support the promotion, implementation, and operation of the NYU Climate Initiative.
• Manage events and faculty and student engagement.
• Manage financial administration, communications, website operations, and office systems.
• Manage assigned projects and processes that advance priorities established by senior leadership.
• Partner with University offices and external partners to deliver programs, communications, and operations effectively, professionally, and on schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level