This position is based on Stanford's main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
About Us
The Stanford School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences (Stanford Earth) will become part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability on September 1, 2022. The school will include two new flagship buildings and have a three-part structure: academic departments that will launch with about 90 existing faculty, including those from the School of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences; interdisciplinary institutes to bridge areas of scholarship across the university; and a sustainability accelerator to drive policy and technology solutions. The school will work towards a unifying goal of creating a future in which humans and nature thrive together in concert and in perpetuity. Faculty, students, and staff will pursue this goal through three primary pathways to impact:
Advancing knowledge critical to sustaining life on Earth
Preparing students as future sustainability leaders through rigorous, engaged education and research
Catalyzing informed action globally to generate and accelerate local, national, and global solutions to the defining challenge for humanity For more information on the new school please click here.
The Department of Earth System Science's (ESS) goal is to understand, predict, and respond to human-caused and natural environmental change at local to global scales. ESS includes a large and growing graduate student and postdoc community.
ESS is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance and Operations to join our team. This position will report to the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO).
Your Responsibilities may include*:
Supervise a team of Administrative Associates
Manage visitor appointments
Assist DFO with searches and appointment packages
Manage temporary and student employee hiring process
May develop and oversee budgets, manage finances including monitoring, analyzing, forecasting, and reporting
Assist with process improvement
Assess training needs and may develop associated training
Review and analyze trends to advise and develop recommendations to achieve or modify the goals of the department
* - The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this position, you will need:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines.
Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness.
Demonstrated creativity, problem solving, critical analysis, initiative, judgment and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop and meet budget goals.
Demonstrated solid planning and organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Strong relevant subject matter knowledge.
Knowledge of Stanford University systems and policies
Physical Requirements
Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
Occasionally stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
*- Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
How to Apply
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Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical missions.
Why work at Stanford?Stanford University has changed the world, over and over again.We are one of Silicon Valley's largest employers - and also one of the most unique. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging place to work. At the same time, our traditions of respect and collaboration sustain a humane, supportive environment in which to pursue your life and your career.At Stanford you'll work with bright, diverse, dedicated people. You'll find encouragement to learn and grow. You'll enjoy excellent benefits and an outstanding environment. How will it change you?
