Assistant Director of Operations

Here is what we offer: - ***Health & Wellness:*** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support- ***Additional Perks:*** Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company cultureJOB PURPOSE:The Assistant Director of Operations plays a key role in ensuring the efficient functioning and compliance of the University Transportation Center (UTC)’s daily activities and supports research, education, technology transfer, and outreach goals related to transportation safety and innovation.SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:NANATURE AND SCOPE:Internal contacts include UTC research faculty and students, administrative staff, student workers, university finance and HR departments, and campus operations teams. External contacts include transportation agency partners, service contractors, government officials, vendors, technical consultants, and community and industry collaborators involved in projects or technology transferPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Oversee day‐to‐day operational activities for the center, including research, logistics, scheduling, facility management, and compliance reporting.* Manage budgets and resources, reconcile expenditures, and allocate funds for various projects. Supervise support staff, student workers, and support hiring, training, and evaluation processes. Implement and monitor procedures and regulations in line with university and federal requirements.* Develop and maintain relationships with internal departments and external partners to address transportation program needs.* Support grant research, reporting, technology transfer, and outreach initiatives, ensuring operational goals align with broader UTC objectives.* Collect and analyze operational data, prepare reports, and recommend improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.CORE COMPETENCIES:* Research Background* Operational management and strategic planning. Team leadership and staff supervision.* Budget and resource administration. Problem‐solving and analytical skills.* Communication and relationship‐building with diverse stakeholders.* Compliance and regulatory knowledge.* Adaptability and innovation in supporting program goalsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Master’s degree in civil engineering, transportation, computer science, or a related field. At least two years of professional experience. Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Experience supervising staff or student teams preferred. Knowledge of transportation systems and university operations is strongly desirable. Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and digital administrative tools.Howard University is a comprehensive, research-oriented, historically Black private university providing an educational experience of exceptional quality to students of high academic potential with particular emphasis upon the provision of educational opportunities to promising Black students. Further, the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are, through their teaching and research, committed to the development of distinguished and compassionate graduates and to the quest for solutions to human and social problems in the United States and throughout the world.Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex,sexual orientation,gender or gender identity, marital status, religion, disability or protected veterans status. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities or veterans status, Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX should be directed to the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-806-1280.**This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not be construed as a contract for employment.** #J-18808-Ljbffr