Administrative Manager I, John H. Martinson Honors Program

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About Georgia Tech

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1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

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6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

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Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

About the Office of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (OUESS)

Under the leadership of the Vice Provost for OUESS, the OUESS challenges students to become accomplished learners who can make meaningful connections among work, study, and community. We connect curricular and co-curricular offerings to support students in developing a strong foundation for success, during college and after. We do this through the efforts of our faculty, professional staff, and students, and we strive to create and maintain a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive educational and work environment. Visit www.oue.gatech.edu.

About the John H. Martinson Honors Program (JMHP)

The JMHP is a unit of OUESS. Currently, the JMHP includes approximately 900 students selected for their curiosity, creativity, and interest in building a scholarly community across disciplinary boundaries. The JMHP offers cohorts of exceptional students the distinctive opportunity to pursue a premier honors experience at a leading STEM-focused global research institution. Students live in a select dorm with their JMHP peers and form a social community while they explore distinguished academic opportunities offered to JMHP students. Students who complete the JMHP requirements will earn a student recognition on their Georgia Tech transcript for Completion of the John H. Martinson Honors Program.

Beginning in fall 2026, the JMHP will assume a new strategic role at Georgia Tech and a distinctive identity among premier national honors programs and colleges. This distinctive identity will center on Georgia Tech's new Leaders in Progress and Service Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) which supports a top priority of the Institute's strategic plan: our mission to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. Students admitted after fall 2026 who complete the QEP plus related HP credits will earn recognition on their final Georgia Tech transcript.

To learn more about the JMHP, visit https://honorsprogram.gatech.edu. To learn more about the Leaders in Progress and Service QEP, visit https://undergraduate.gatech.edu/qep/.

This position reports to the Director Business Operations in the OUESS.

Note on working time:

This position must be available to work standard GT business hours M-F, 8-5 (or 7-4 or 9-6), as well as some evenings and weekends based on student programs and with advanced notice. We are looking for hardworking professionals who are dedicated to undergraduate education and who make students the top priority to join our organization of talented, energetic, and creative team members.

Supervise and coordinate all administrative services within a small to moderate size campus unit or a part of the services function within a larger unit. Areas of responsibility can include administrative affairs associated with human resources, purchasing, budgets and financial records and general clerical support within the unit. Responsible for setting employee goals, assessing employee performance, providing feedback, and making pay recommendations.

This position will interact on a consistent basis with: unit management and staff.
This position typically will advise and counsel: unit management and staff.
This position will supervise: May or may not supervise assigned staff and/or projects

Job Duty 1 - Develop and implement unit administrative processes and procedures consistent with overall Institute administrative policy

Job Duty 2 - Define and communicate administrative staff duties; monitor performance and provide feedback

Job Duty 3 - Supervise the maintenance of unit financial records

Job Duty 4 - Oversee unit human resources administration to include transaction processing, time reporting, and records maintenance

Job Duty 5 - Supervise and coordinate direct administrative support to unit management. Organize and supervise the unit records management function

Job Duty 6 - Coordinate unit purchasing activities, including preparation of purchasing documents, ordering, and maintaining supplies, etc.

Job Duty 7 - Schedule and organize meetings and other events

Job Duty 8 - Perform other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience
Four to five years of job-related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability and temperament to work with sensitive information in an executive-level environment.
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, consistently meeting deadlines with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships to accomplish objectives and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Professional experience in a research university setting
• Event planning and project management experience

Preferred Education:

• Master's degree in business administration, higher education administration, student affairs, leadership development, or a related field strongly

Applications will be accepted immediately and through the application deadline of March 13, 2026. The application packet must include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume / Curriculum Vita
• List of three professional references, including names, titles, and contact information (email, phone). References will not be contacted without prior notification

Skills

• This position requires supervisory and organization skills, knowledge of general office administrative processes and practices, records management, and event planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, organizational awareness, and professionalism.

Abilities

• Coordinates primary administrative support for Executive Director (e.g., maintains calendar, assists with meeting planning and support, travel arrangements, among other administrative duties); coordinates administrative, event/meeting planning, purchasing, and related support to JMHP staff.
• Coordinate student hiring and staff/faculty search processes, including position postings, onboarding and offboarding procedures, payroll/time reporting support, and maintenance of search documentation and procedural guidelines.
• Manage procurement and financial processing activities, including purchasing requests, supplier coordination, invoice processing, expense reports, reimbursements, external committee member payments, and routine financial record tracking.
• Support logistics for JMHP programs and operations, including room and space reservations, scheduling support, and event planning assistance.
• Serve as a liaison for facilities and building-related needs, providing backup coordination and administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day unit operations.

Knowledge

• Ability and temperament to work with sensitive information in an executive-level environment.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite and MS 365, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong proficiency in financial software, especially Workday.

Questions about this position or search may directed to Lynn Isaac at lynn.isaac@gatech.edu.

The University System of Georgia comprises our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values is Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom, found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Atlanta, GA

Job Grade: A8

Anticipated salary range of $55,029 up to $74,841 will be commensurate with qualifications

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check and credit check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.