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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Howard Thurman Center - AD

Position Number: 6369374
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Multicultural Affairs and Affirmative Action

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Howard Thurman Center - AD

Job Description
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Howard Thurman Center - AD

Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
25500406510705
Posted Date
7/9/2025
Salary Grade
Grade 46
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

Join Our Team at the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground! Are you passionate about fostering inclusivity and community engagement? The Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground, a mission-driven inclusion center at Boston University, is looking for an Assistant Director for Thurman Center Operations to join our dynamic team. Rooted in the philosophy of Howard Washington Thurman, our center is a vital part of BU's 2030 Strategic Plan, offering a 20,000 square foot facility that includes classrooms, programming spaces, conference rooms, and more. As the Assistant Director for Operations, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our center's facilities. You'll manage the reservation process for events, liaise with key BU departments and external organizations, and serve as the primary point of contact for event organizers. Your leadership will extend to recruiting, hiring, and training our front desk student staff, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience for all. We're looking for someone with a bachelor's degree (master's preferred), 3-5 years of relevant experience, and a strong background in database management and project management. If you're ready to contribute to a community that values inclusion and shared experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of something big at the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground!

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred. Two years of experience required.

Experience managing databases
Project management experience
Excellent customer service and communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Skills

Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 46

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315611