Special Assistant and Project Manager

About the Opportunity

Job Summary:

The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering is seeking a driven and well-organized professional to become the Special Assistant and Project Manager to the Department Chair. The Special Assistant and Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for all essential matters pertaining to the Department Chair, and act as a liaison between the Chair and the College of Engineering’s executive team, department leadership team, external partners, and other stakeholders. The position is responsible for developing effective systems for managing the Chair’s administrative needs and for providing planning and oversight to ensure their time is utilized effectively to advance the priorities of the Department and College. 

The Special Assistant and Project Manager must be able to communicate professionally and effectively on behalf of the Chair both orally and in writing. They will also be responsible for managing relations and communications with key constituents to gather and summarize important information to be presented to the Chair. In addition, they will perform a wide variety of organizational support including drafting correspondence, preparing creative and dynamic presentations, maintaining files and data, assisting with event management particular to the Chair, and other high visibility projects across the Chairs portfolio.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge and skills required for this position are normally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree plus at least 2 to 4 years’ experience.

• Applicant must be self-motivated and can anticipate problems and demonstrate significant independent judgment. Individual must have strong organizational, communication (both oral and written), and interpersonal skills—all with a high level of attention to detail.

• The Special Assistant and Project Manager must possess the ability to skillfully complete projects under tight deadlines.

• Must be able to work with confidential information and prioritize tasks and demands.

• Must be able to work and make decisions independently, to exercise discretion and good judgment in areas of responsibility.

• Strong Microsoft suite experience (i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, etc) is required.

Position Type

General Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.