Senior Manager, Administrative Operations – Strategy & Transformation

About the role

The Department of Strategy & Transformation at the University of Miami is seeking a full‑time Senior Manager to lead administrative operations. This role oversees office activities, staff supervision, and the development of policies that ensure efficient, cost‑effective support for the department.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and efficient administrative operations, evaluating and improving internal controls.
• Coordinate, plan, and direct services that support departmental functions.
• Plan and assign staff duties while analyzing complex administrative issues.
• Develop and implement department processes and procedures.
• Oversee review, approval, and reporting of all expenditures.
• Implement human‑resources actions, including hiring, terminations, and salary adjustments; recruit, train, and evaluate staff.
• Manage day‑to‑day performance of staff and ensure project milestones are met within budget.
• Purchase and maintain office equipment and supplies.
• Track and analyze operational costs.
• Coordinate service delivery with other university departments.
• Assess effectiveness of internal controls and ensure compliance with university policies.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience; certifications as required by the department.
• Minimum six (6) years of relevant administrative or operational management experience.
• Strong knowledge of operational management, organizational development, and financial oversight.

Required skills