Associate Director for Faculty Support

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of administrative coordinators supporting faculty and research centers, ensuring high-quality service and adherence to policies.
• Manage workload distribution, hiring, recruitment, training, and performance management for the coordination team.
• Implement and document standard business practices and communication protocols across the department.
• Monitor the department budget, including approving financial transactions, travel arrangements, and purchasing requests.
• Support the planning and execution of faculty-led events, conferences, symposia, and co-curricular gatherings.
• Act as a primary point of contact for partner teams such as Building Services, Business Office, and Registration Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in an academic, government/non-profit, law firm, or corporate environment.
• Experience supervising full-time employees.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling complex personnel matters within a union environment.
• Familiarity with academic institutions, faculty lifecycle, and governance.
• Experience with budgeting and financial operations.
• Exceptional written communication skills and superior organizational abilities.
• Ability to exercise impeccable judgment and discretion in a fast-paced environment.

About the Company

Columbia University is a leading research institution located in New York City. The School of Law provides a world-class environment for legal education, research, and professional development.