Inside Higher Ed

Museum Associate Director of Administrative Services

Inside Higher Ed
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago

About the role

Job No: 539971
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Libraries/Museums, Executive/Director/Management
Department: 57801600 - HN-SPECIAL PROJECTS
Job Description
Classification Title:
ASO DIR, Administrative Svcs
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management: Define scope, develop work and resource plans, build timelines and budgets, lead meetings, and deliver projects from concept through implementation, including strategic plan and grant projects.
  • Program Development: Support the Museum Director in research, data analysis, and management of special projects; liaise with internal and external stakeholders to achieve museum objectives.
  • Department Management: Directly manages certain departments of the museum, including but not limited to Information Technology.
  • Research & Policy: Conduct research and collect data for the development and/or revision of museum strategic plans, protocols, policies and procedures and makes recommendations to the Museum Director and staff regarding potential policy changes.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as primary contact for external partners including the University of Florida Foundation, AAM, government officials, foundations, and donors.
  • Other Duties: As assigned, maintaining flexibility to support museum operations and initiatives.

Expected Salary:
$82,000-$95,000
Required Qualifications:
  • Leadership: Proven project‑management experience in a museum or university environment with strong follow‑up capabilities.
  • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for engaging a wide range of contacts internally and externally.
  • Organization: Excellent organizational skills, multi‑tasking ability, and attention to detail; proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and database systems.
  • Professionalism: Ability to represent the museum with integrity, adhere to policies, and support management decisions positively.

Preferred:
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire team collaboration and manage cross‑departmental projects.
  • Advanced knowledge of grant lifecycle management and compliance.
  • Experience in strategic planning and program evaluation within a museum setting.

Special Instructions To Applicants:
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; first‑come, first‑served.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 28 May 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539971
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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