Manager, Dean's Office

About the role

The Dean’s Office Manager provides senior administrative leadership for the University of Maryland Libraries, supporting the Dean and Associate/Assistant Deans in daily operations and strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Direct operational, administrative, and strategic support functions of the Dean’s Office.
• Coordinate administrative activities for Associate/Assistant Deans as needed.
• Contribute to planning, policy development, and decision‑making that affect library‑wide operations.
• Act as a delegated authority on behalf of the Dean and serve as primary liaison to internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise one administrative coordinator and occasional student assistants, set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure efficient office operations.
• Lead or participate in special projects, committees, and task forces.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Relevant experience in higher‑education administration or a comparable setting.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate university vehicles.

Required skills

• Experience with Workday.
• Experience using the APA system and familiarity with faculty affairs procedures.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a nationally recognized academic library system.
• Collaborative workplace focused on professional growth.