Administrative Director Lehigh University - 4.1 Bethlehem, PA Job Details Full-time $83,910 - $102,080 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Qualifications Overseeing educational financial management Financial forecasting Committee work Managing human resources teams Resource allocation (project management tasks) HR communication School policy development Expense management Strategic planning in education Academic institution experience Operations coordination planning HR legal compliance Leading financial planning HR strategic planning Overseeing academic personnel management Implementing HR recruitment processes Recruiting Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development experience Experience at colleges/universities Budget management in education Strategic communications Practicing budget management in an educational setting Implementation of strategic initiatives Workforce management Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Leadership Team motivation (leadership skill) Communication skills Policy Development Full Job Description Job no: 504029 Work type:

Exempt Staff Full-time Location:

Partial Remote, Bethlehem Categories:

Administrative Services Lehigh University's Division of Student Affairs shapes the out-of-classroom experience for thousands of students on a campus consistently recognized for residential life, community engagement, and student success. At the helm of the division's administrative infrastructure, the Administrative Director translates strategic vision into operational reality alongside one of Lehigh's most visible senior leaders. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs, you will provide senior administrative direction across a broad and consequential portfolio.

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S80035 This position is a

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11 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $83,910-$102,080 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications. What You'll Lead Serve as a key advisor to the Vice President on administrative, financial, and operational matters Direct divisional financial planning, budget development, and multi-unit resource allocation Oversee human resources administration, including recruitment workflows, workforce planning, and compliance Lead divisional communications strategies for both internal audiences and university-wide stakeholders Translate the Vice President's strategic priorities into coordinated, measurable operational plans Establish and maintain administrative policies, procedures, and governance frameworks across the division Resolve complex, high-stakes administrative matters that require substantial independent judgment Drive enterprise-level strategic initiatives from conception through implementation Represent the division in cross-functional university committees and administrative working groups Monitor divisional performance against operational goals and recommend adjustments as priorities evolve What You Bring Senior administrative or operations leadership experience within higher education or a comparably complex organization Proven financial acumen, including budget planning, forecasting, and responsible resource stewardship Experience managing HR processes and advising on workforce matters with discretion A track record of resolving ambiguous, consequential administrative challenges independently The communication skills to represent Lehigh Student Affairs credibly at every level of the university A collaborative leadership style that builds sustained trust across diverse teams Why Lehigh Lehigh offers the intellectual energy of a research university alongside a genuine investment in its people — including generous paid leave, tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents, and strong professional development support. Within Student Affairs, you'll join a team that measures success by the growth and wellbeing of every student it serves, on a close-knit Bethlehem campus where your decisions carry visible, lasting impact. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university's mission. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist. Special Considerations The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor. This position has fiscal or financial responsibilities other than employee expense activity, such as processing or approving transactions; monitoring or preparing budgets; or generating income for University, therefore, a credit check is required. Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position. Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

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