Administrative Manager
Ohio Wesleyan University, a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Manager. This is an hourly, part-time position.
About you:
The ideal candidate is one who is energized by the dynamic nature of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. You are fulfilled by creating new programs, growing existing ones, and working side by side with students and community members. You’re organized, an excellent communicator, and have an eye for detail.
About us:
DEC OWU is a resource and asset to the entire Delaware region including the OWU campus, City of Delaware, and Delaware County. DEC OWU serves as the lynchpin of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, providing a shared launching point for the growing number of entrepreneurs in the area. OWU students, faculty, and staff interact daily with Delaware community founders and business leaders at DEC OWU, developing the mindset and knowledge base focused on creating unique solutions to problems and opportunities that change the world. DEC OWU is a joint partnership between OWU, City of Delaware, and Delaware County.
Job Summary:
Administrative Manager: this position provides on-site coordination, structure, and member relations at Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at OWU (DEC OWU). The Administrative Manager will support the Director by leading center logistic activities, executing exemplary member/customer service, managing ongoing projects, and assisting with Advisory Board needs. The Administrative Manager will maintain proper tracking systems and documents related to members and student entrepreneurs working in DEC OWU.
Due to the nature of DEC OWU, occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.
Responsibilities and duties:
- Participates in all phases of the following tasks from idea generation to implementation, evaluation and result reporting.
- Provide exceptional member service and member relationship building
- Manage community partner intern’s reimbursement program
- Maintain DEC OWU Scheduling
- Manage and maintain member and student entrepreneur related documents and metrics
- Assist in New Member logistics
Factors contributing success:
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proactive, self-starter
- Accurate and thorough follow through
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Skilled in all Microsoft applications, specifically Microsoft Excel
- Ability to foster partnerships with DEC OWU members and campus partners
- Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with members, students, faculty, staff, community members, partner organizations
- Strong event production and management skills
- Proven project management experience and success
- A commitment to academic excellence, social justice, service, values-based leadership, global awareness, and diversity
Completed application packets will include:
1) Cover Letter with salary requirements
2) Resume or Curriculum Vitae
WHAT WE OFFER:
Ohio Wesleyan University offers a rewarding place to work! To discover why this should be your next work home, visit our website. Learn more about our benefits at Discover our Benefits. As an equal opportunity institution, OWU has a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We do not discriminate on any basis including: race, religion, color, culture, national origin, sex and/or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, economic barriers, or any other legally protected factor.
NOTE: OWU requires COVID-19 vaccination of all employees. Candidates who accept offers of employment must be able to provide proof of their vaccination status before their employment can be processed.