Job Description
Manager Arizona State University Campus: West JR118278 End Date: March 24, 2026 Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Manages the routine operations of a department within the division. Monitors budget, implements strategic priorities, and prepares reports for senior management. Job Description: Position Salary Range: $66,200 - $74,000 per year, DOE Location: Arizona State University, West Valley campus1 3591 N. 47th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85051 The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SSBS), located on ASU's West Valley campus, is seeking a manager to coordinate unit-wide administrative functions within the school. This position will report to the School Director and will be responsible for overseeing HR functions for the School, managing the SSBS front desk, processing out-of-state work approvals and visa processes, and supervising student workers. The successful candidate must be organized and self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. The position requires skill and commitment to maintaining effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students. The ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and exercise good judgment is critical. Essential Duties: Manages all phases of staff and student worker recruitment and onboarding by coordinating with the hiring unit and Dean's Office HR; processes all phases of the recruitment process through Workday Manages recruitment, hiring and onboarding of faculty and faculty associates using Interfolio and other university resources. Works closely with the Dean's office to obtain hiring approvals and respond to requests for information Coordinates payroll approval, terminations, special duty assignments, summer pay, out-of-state work approvals, and other payroll personnel transactions Prepare and send offer letters for faculty associates, using mail merges and Adobe Sign Oversees daily operations of front desk Reviews and approves hours worked and time off for employees Supervises Program Coordinator and student workers, including coordinating schedules, work assignments, and time approvals Works with International Students and Scholars Center to prepare visa applications for faculty Utilizes a University-issued credit card (P-card) for School purchases; maintains appropriate records of all purchases, and submits documentation in the Workday financial system in a timely manner Develops and implements procedures and resources to improve operational effectiveness Interacts and coordinates activities with faculty, staff, students and campus community in facilitating program objectives Maintains personnel records for SSBS employees Prepares reports for management Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the continuity of department operations Desired Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of organizational practices and program management Knowledge of hiring and employment practices Experience with hiring systems such as Interfolio and Workday Knowledge of payroll/personnel systems such as Workday Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Sheets, and Adobe Acrobat Pro Experience creating and executing mail merges in Microsoft Word Experience with Adobe Sign Experience overseeing time reporting for staff and student workers Experience with P-cards Demonstrated knowledge of organizational practices Experience working in higher education Evidence of effective communication skills Experience supervising, coordinating and prioritizing the work of others Strong decision-making skills, including exercising sound judgment and prioritization of workload Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines Experience in developing templates, tracking sheets and other resources to improve productivity and monitor projects Ability to work independently and as part of a team Working Environment: Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Evidence of effective communication skills Regular use of standard office equipment including but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop, printer, calculator, and associate computer/technology peripherals. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Department Statement: The mission of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SSBS) aligns with the values of a metropolitan research university, rooted in the belief that human behavior, social institutions, and culture are best understood through interdisciplinary perspectives that integrate a variety of intellectual and methodological approaches. Our dedicated team of educators, scholars, and staff are committed to embodying the ASU Charter in every aspect of our work. Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on. $9925/9925$18964.htmld To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered. Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete. ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at . 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