Unit Operations Manager, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. Job Overview The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Cincinnati invites candidates to apply for the position of Unit Operations Manager. The Unit Operations Manager is expected to support the department's operation and provide administrative services leadership under the direct supervision of the MME Department Head. Essential Functions * Manage, develop, implement, and assist with the administration of goals to achieve strategic objectives; assume management responsibility for a wide range of projects/tasks associated with primary business operations and/or corporate relations that have significant impact within the business function. * Develop and enhance industry partnerships and facilitate MME External Advisory Board activities. * Facilitate graduate student recruiting efforts and oversee operations of new educational initiatives (e.g. NSF REU, NSF ExLENT, SuperRAPIDS, etc.). * Support faculty and staff searches and new faculty on-boarding process. * Coordinate MME marketing, communications, alumni relations and fundraising initiatives. * May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.). * Perform related duties based on departmental need. Required Education Bachelor's Degree Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Required Experience Three (3) years of relevant experience. Application Process Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Sitting - Continuously Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Continuously Hearing, listening - Often Talking - Often Pulling, pushing - Seldom Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Seldom Standing - Not Required Walking -Not Required Bending - Not Required Stooping - Not Required Climbing stairs/ladders - Not Required Kneeling, squatting - Not Required Crouching - Not Required Crawling - Not Required Reaching overhead - Not Required Shoveling - Not Required Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Not Required Lifting - over 50 pounds - Not Required Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental,