Director of Operations job at Georgetown University in Washington, DC

Title: Director of Operations - Hayden Center, Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS) remote type Hybrid locations ICC 5th Floor time type Full time job requisition id JR25069 Job Description: Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview The Director of Operations provides coordination for the achievement of strategic goals and initiatives to support the creation of the Hayden Center for Space Studies at Georgetown University. The Director of Operations formulates and manages strategic initiatives, directs progress towards meeting goals and achieving benchmarks, ensures follow-through on the part of key persons, and sustains momentum needed to drive initiatives to completion. The Director of Operations ensures timely and effective implementation of the team's priorities, work program, and strategic initiatives. The Director of Operations coordinates identification and outreach to key donors in collaboration with Professor Sarah Johnson and the Office of Advancement. Work Interactions The position reports to Professor Sarah Johnson and works closely with the STIA program and relevant campus-wide partners. The Director of Operations ensures effective stakeholder management by building and maintaining strong and cooperative relationships with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and donors, and building effective ties across the university and the science community, including developing K-12 partnerships with DC Public Schools and supporting the establishment of a public observatory for the nation’s Capital. Requirements and Qualifications Master’s degree and at least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in project management and higher education administration, or an equivalent combination of training and experience related

Preferred Qualifications

Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong managerial ability and the ability to think strategically while balancing several complex agendas. Ability to interact and work collaboratively across functions, levels and departments toward shared objectives. Strong writing and presentation skills, budget management experience, and demonstrated ability to organize teams to achieve results. Experience in a school of international affairs is highly desirable. Preference will be given to candidates with experience at Georgetown University. Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $66,783.00 - $126,720.23 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job