Department Manager- American Studies- Arts & Sciences Job at Virginia Jobs, Charlottesville, VA

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  • Virginia Jobs
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

The Department of American Studies at the University of Virginia College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences is seeking applications for the position of Department Manager. This position plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the department and contributing to a thriving academic and research environment. For more information about the Department of American Studies please visit .

American Studies is an interdisciplinary and dynamic department. Our faculty teach and publish in areas ranging from literary studies and history, to music, art and performance studies, media studies, environmental studies, and the social sciences. Our faculty includes people with 100% appointments in American Studies, as well as faculty jointly appointed with other Departments in the College.


The Department Manager will oversee essential functions across the department, with primary responsibilities in administration, budget & finance, people operations, course scheduling, and academic & community engagement.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Two years of relevant exempt level experience, typically in finance and budget. Relevant exempt level experience may substitute for a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing and managing budgets and ability to produce, interpret, and share regular financial reporting from existing financial systems.

Experience in a support capacity in an academic environment.

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, demanding and complex environment while remaining flexible and collegial.

Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Adaptive and SIS (Student Information System).

Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range: The anticipated hiring range is $63,000-$77,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location : This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.


Work Arrangement : This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. A minimum amount of hybrid work may be available dependent upon the needs of the department and the incumbent's performance.


About UVA and the Community : To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA .

Application Timeline : Application review will begin after August 18th.

Additional Requirements: Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Visa Sponsorship: This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.


How to Apply: Please apply online , by searching for requisition number R0075383 . Complete an application with the following documents:
  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching "Find Jobs."

Reference Check Process: Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.


Contact : Department Contact: For questions about the position, please contact Meredith Smoot at mls7qt@virginia.edu. For questions about the application process, please contact Margaret Weeks .

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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