Operations Manager - CAAR

Eastern Washington University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Cheney, WASHINGTON
Deadline: 13 Oct 2022

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Title Operations Manager - CAAR
Posting Number 2022094EP

Position Information


Classification Title Operations Mgr
Working Title Operations Manager - CAAR
Classification Code 1513
RCW Exemption Criteria 17 - Managerial
EWU Position Number E99235
CUPA Code No Match
FLSA Exempt - Administrative
Bargaining Unit
% Full Time 100
Salary / Wage Range AE - 107
Salary Information
The salary for this position is $51,878.
Anticipated Start Date Mid-Oct to Nov
Term of Appointment 12
Location Cheney
County Spokane
Project Description
N/A
Project Duration N/A
Background Check Yes - Both
Responsible HR User Saundra Godin
Responsible HR User Email address [email protected]

Posting Text


Job Summary
The Center for Academic Advising and Retention, Eastern Washington University, invites applicants for their Operations Manager position.
This position’s primary responsibility is to provide operational support to the Center for Academic Advising and Retention (CAAR). Work includes maintaining smooth operations of the front office in CAAR including the hiring, supervision, and mentorship of all student workers. In addition, this position will oversee the department’s budget and purchasing, manage Navigate Appointment Center and Student Scheduler for the department; update the unit’s operations manual and operational calendar; assist in maintaining the department’s website; update and maintain the department’s external and internal communication materials; respond to inquiries regarding policies and procedures, provide technical assistance to students and staff; and interact daily with public clientele, students, staff, and faculty.
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Associate Director of CAAR. Much of the assignments are reoccurring. However, the Operations Manager will independently plan, organize, and prioritize work as needed.
A successful applicant is:
  • Accountable/Dependable: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
  • Demonstrates Sound Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
  • Actively Engages in Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
  • Adaptable/Flexible: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
  • Committed to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create an environment that supports and embraces diversity.


Applications will be accepted until October 13, 2022; screening of applications will begin October 14, 2022. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.
Please see job duties section for a more complete list of position responsibilities.
The candidate selected for this position will be rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package which includes highly subsidized health/dental plans, retirement plan with 100% university match, generous paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays (adjusted accordingly), tuition waiver benefit and more!
EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU.
  • Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. COVID-19 Vaccination and Exemption Information link: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/
Physical Demands
Optional: Contact Saundra Godin in Human Resource Services at [email protected] to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical and mental demands.
Pre-Placement Physical No
Hearing Test No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire No
Protective Equipment
University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative/clerical/office experience
  • Experience or training that demonstrates the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook software applications to produce written correspondence, create and maintain spreadsheets, receive and respond to e-mail inquiries, tasks, etc.
  • Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to effectively organize multiple work assignments, involving competing priorities to produce work products that are accurate, of a high quality and meet deadlines.
  • General fiscal experience, training and/or education that demonstrates the ability to monitor and reconcile budgets, budgeting, travel, compile and interpret fiscal data and provide related reports.
  • Experience maintaining websites and web forms
  • Customer service experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal accessibility, of our students, faculty, staff and the public
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of software programs commonly used in academic settings such as EAB Navigate, Ellucian Banner, Technolutions Slate
  • Experience using Google Suite and WordPress
  • Experience with data software, such as Evisions Argos and Salesforce Tableau
  • Supervisory experience
Other Skills and Abilities
  • Flexibility
  • Collaboration
  • Collegiality
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
Work Schedule Type Regular
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm
Posting Date 09/22/2022
Open Until Further Notice No
Closing Date 10/13/2022
Screening to Begin 10/14/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application materials through our online application portal located here: https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.
Applications will be accepted until October 13, 2022; screening of applications will begin October 14, 2022.
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
  • Attach a detailed cover letter in which you describe how you meet each of the required qualifications and preferred if applicable. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list within the body of your cover letter.
  • Attach a chronological resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications.
  • Please attach a list of professional references to include their names, titles, organization names, phone numbers, email addresses, and their connection to you.
  • Transcripts – please attach your undergraduate transcripts to the link for Transcripts (unofficial copies will be accepted).
  • Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.


    • All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified. Note: Letters of Reference are not required at this time. We reserve the right to request letters of reference at a future date, such as once we have identified interview candidates.
    Application Types Accepted Application

    Job Duties


    % of Time 40
    Responsibility / Duty
    Office Operations
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the advising office by ensuring the effective and efficient flow of student appointments including but not limited to managing the advising office front desk and maintaining adequate coverage in support of the unit’s operations.
  • Develop and implement office procedures, policies, and systems, in consultation with department leadership; document and communicate new initiatives and updates for department
  • Resolve problems and respond to inquiries (via telephone, email, or in person) from current and prospective students, staff, and faculty regarding rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and services pertaining to academic advising.
  • Review and respond to Academic Advising email inquiries daily.
  • Compose office correspondence; devise, evaluate, and revise forms for internal use.
  • Assists with promotional marketing/event materials for the department.
  • Prepare or assist in the preparation, compilation, and coordination of reports and records such as financial, labor distribution, and personnel reports for the Associate Director and co-directors.
  • Perform complex data processing tasks and use spreadsheets and database software to develop and maintain records.
  • Plan Department meetings and events
  • Assist search committees in department recruitment and hiring processes
  • Review documents, records, or applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with EWU and office policy and procedures.
  • Develop and foster strong and supportive working relationships internally within CAAR and externally with the EWU campus community.
    		•
    Essential Function Indicator Yes
    % of Time 30
    Responsibility / Duty
    Student Employee Supervision
  • Manage the academic advising office’s student employees including the recruiting, hiring, supervising, and mentoring of student employees.
  • Oversee and direct the work of student staff, clearly defining performance expectations, ensuring accountability, and providing ongoing feedback, coaching, and mentoring to student employees.
  • Ensure adequate coverage of office operations during all open office hours, including but not limited to all student academic breaks and summer term. Schedule and monitor student employee hours.
  • Train student employees on office operations, policies and procedures ensuring students have all they need to be successful employees.
  • Organize and oversee participation in university activities such as tabling events, and presentations.
    		•
    Essential Function Indicator Yes
    % of Time 15
    Responsibility / Duty
    Technology and Website Maintenance
  • Manage Navigate Appointment Center and Student Scheduler for CAAR.
  • Assist with maintaining the Academic Advising website, including adding and updating information, links, scrolling headers, forms, videos, and other media.
  • Support the creation and implementation of website maintenance schedules ensuring all media content on the website is up to date and accurate.
  • Follow EWU’s Office of Marketing and Communications guidelines for all information and media on the website.
  • Assist with creating and maintaining events, forms, and queries for new student onboarding in Slate.
  • Offer support to Academic advising office staff regarding basic technology needs and support and refer staff to the EWU Information Technology department regularly.
    		•
    Essential Function Indicator Yes
    % of Time 15
    Responsibility / Duty
    Purchasing, Budget, and other Financial
  • Advise Directors in budget and resource planning.
  • Oversee department budget.
  • Monitor and maintain department equipment and materials inventory.
  • Manage purchasing of equipment and supplies.
  • Remain current on all University rules and procedures related to fiscal activities.
    		•
    Essential Function Indicator Yes

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