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Assistant Director for Students in MS - Operations Management & MS - Engineering

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026

Department's Website:


https://operations-management.uark.edu/


Summary of Job Duties:

The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Director include academic program administration, applicant review and admission, supervision of advisors/site coordinators, student recruitment, and student support from enrollment to graduation for the MS in Operations Management (MSOM), MS in Engineering Management (MSEM) and associated graduate certificates and micro-certificates.


Qualifications:

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's or higher degree in business, industrial engineering, management-related or education related field

  • Ten years relevant experience

 

Applicable equivalencies may be considered.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree

  • Ability to teach MSOM or MSEM courses

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of work-related subject areas, computers, and Microsoft Office software applications including Word processing and spreadsheet skills

  • High level oral/written presentation and problem-resolution skills

  • Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports

  • Ability to research and analyze related work program information

  • Ability to develop, recommend, interpret, and apply policies and procedures

  • Ability to communicate with staff, faculty, and students

  • Attention to detail regarding academic records, contracts, and publications

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and demands in a high-volume work setting


Additional Information:

 

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.


Salary Information:


Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:


Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:


License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)


Recruitment Contact Information:


Ashley Reeves, ayoungbl@uark.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

 

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. 

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:

N/A


Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking, Walking


Occasional Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding


Benefits Eligible:

Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

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