NIRSA Leaders in Co is hiring: Associate Director, Business & Communication in C

This position will provide leadership and support for all internal business operations, including an excess of $23M budget, internal/external budgetary functions, and fiscal management requirements of the Department. The incumbent will directly oversee payroll, accounting, membership, marketing, and communications units. This Associate Director supports the Director on any assigned department initiatives and works collaboratively with department staff to ensure brand integrity and awareness, promoting a favorable public image of University Recreation & Wellness (RecWell). This Associate Director will serve on the department's senior leadership team and provide support to implement the Department’s vision, mission, values, and annual goals.

A breakdown of responsibilities include:

1. Business & financial management and oversight (35%)
2. Program and functional area oversight (30%)
3. Full-time staff supervision (25%)
4. Other related duties (10%)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Eight (8) years of professional budget, finance, accounting, human resources, or operation management experience.
• Three (3) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff.
• Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of accounting systems, financial reporting, and budget preparation and analysis.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to acquire, apply and expand knowledge of the University’s policies and operating details for sponsored programs.

Preferences

• Three (3) years of communication, marketing, or public relations experience.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
• Master’s Degree.
• Experience working in a university or college setting.
• Experience using a wide range of software systems such as: WorkDay, Fusion member management system, Drupal web platform, Canva, and Marketing Cloud.
• Knowledge of business, budgeting, UBIT, and Workers Comp practices at the University of Maryland.