Job Description

How to Apply

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What You'll Do

The Center for Academic Innovation at the University of Michigan is looking for a qualified Operations Coordinator Senior (OCS) to oversee the maintenance of our center's office space and daily operations related to facilities matters as well as other human resources and general operations related projects. You will manage a variety of office services to ensure necessary organizational operational needs are met such as gathering quotes from suppliers and vendors, overseeing supplies and services purchasing related to building maintenance, office equipment, and furniture/supplies and other applicable services as assigned. Also, the Operations Coordinator Senior will be asked to support a variety of special projects related to space optimization, talent management, team communication, and administrative tasks related to center processes. The Operations Coordinator Senior will report to the Associate Director of Talent Management and Organizational Development (AD TMOD) and work with the CAI Operations Coordinator (OC) on the coordination of daily operational activities.

Who We Are

Through curricular innovation, tools for student success and equity, and educational research, the University of Michigan Center for Academic Innovation is building the future of education. Our vision is a future in which education connects and empowers learners everywhere to reach their full potential throughout their lives. To accomplish our vision, we make it our mission to collaborate across campus and around the world to create equitable, lifelong educational opportunities for learners everywhere.

About the Operations Team 

The Operations team ensures that the Center for Academic Innovation is supported in matters related to operational responsibilities of the Center, including talent management and organizational development, financial management, operational data analytics, implementation of center-wide software and technology solutions, and space optimization and use. We also provide expertise around the design and implementation of center-wide organizational processes and along with policy matters related to compliance topics like copyright, accessibility, and Department of Education rules and regulations, and data privacy. We support student engagement through designing co-curricular fellowship opportunities and experiential learning opportunities. We serve as an important liaison for the Center to other University units such as the Office of General Counsel, Information and Technology Services, and the Procurement Office. 

For more information, please visit our website: Academic Innovation.

Responsibilities*

Operations and Special Projects: 40% 

Facilities: 40% 

HR Support: 20% 

Required Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The general salary range for this position is $65,000- $70,000. You can expect to be paid a great compensation package. Factors used to determine salary include education level and experience for the position and internal equity within the unit. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor agreement and transparency throughout the recruiting process. 

Please Note: This is a 5 year term limited position with the possibility of renewal depending on funding. 

Must have legal authorization to work in the United States. 

The mode of work for this position is Hybrid. The work requirements for this position allow both onsite and offsite work and you will have an expected regular and recurring onsite presence. You will be in person 4 days per week with the possibility of 5 days per week on occasion. 

The salary for this position will be based on your education and experience. 

Excellent benefits are available, for details, see http://benefits.umich.edu/

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

The Center for Academic Innovation (CAI) is committed to inclusion in our organizational work, culture, climate, and the products we create. We aim to recruit a diverse team as a reflection of our commitment to our work designing equitable and inclusive learning and work environments that are necessary for the university community to make progress on solving societal challenges. CAI draws on each of our team member's unique backgrounds and experiences to guide our everyday work in the center, and our team collaborates with students, staff, and faculty on projects that center our commitment to DEI work. All interested applicants, including those from groups historically marginalized by educational privilege, are encouraged to apply. 

Organizational Statement on Harassment 

We believe all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and have the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and a safe space for collaboration. Any concerns shared with Individuals with Reporting Obligations in the Center for Academic Innovation will be reported to the Equity, Civil Rights, & Title IX Office to be reviewed and addressed, and the Center for Academic Innovation encourages reporting of any forms of harassment including sexual and gender-based harassment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Decision Making Process

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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