Job Description

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Position Details

Proposed Start Date 03/18/2024
Classification Title Administrative Support
Rank N - No Rank
Working Title Department Manager
Department 270501 - MEN Mechanical Engineering Office
Position Number D92413
Representation UX - Unclassified Excluded
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon\'s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America\'s most dynamic cities. Our mission to \xe2\x80\x9clet knowledge serve the city\xe2\x80\x9d reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and , from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary

The Department Manager is the lead administrator within the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering (MME) and the Department of Engineering & Technology Management (ETM), responsible for the following essential functions: (1) administration and operations, (2) staff supervision, (3) budget oversight and management, and (4) human resources and personnel management. The incumbent works autonomously to fulfill the expectations of the position, threading justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout daily decision-making. The Department Manager requires both empathy and sound judgment to ensure compliance and continuous improvement within a complex university environment.

This 1.0 FTE, 12-month appointment reports directly to the MME Department Chair, with a dotted line reporting relationship to the ETM Department Chair as well as the Assistant Dean for Finance & Administration. The Department Manager works closely with the MME staff team, other Department Managers within the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science, and staff across campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree
• 3 - 4 years of budget management, financial accounting, and supervisory experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master\'s degree
• Proficient in MS Office suite, especially Excel
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with Banner, Cognos, and other systems used at higher education institutions
• Detail-oriented; capable of organizing and planning complex tasks
• Attentive to deadlines with an ability to prioritize importance of task completion
• Aptitude for managing conflict
• Proactive style and positive attitude
• Skilled in working with a diverse population
• Focus on continuous improvement

Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU\'s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $58,836 and $69,876 dependent upon qualifications and experience with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

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