The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! 

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

PRINCIPAL

ACCOUNTABILITIES:  Provides high-level administrative support and assistance to the Dean, including serving as primary point of contact with internal and external constituencies on matters relating to the Office of the Dean.

Provides support to include composing correspondence independently on a wide variety of matters and researching, prioritizing, and following up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Dean, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature.

Set and manage regular leadership meeting agendas to ensure alignment with the Dean’s priorities and to facilitate strategic, proactive, and collaborative communication across the entire college community—both internal and external.

Manage agenda and logistics for monthly chairs meetings and other department-wide and leadership meetings.

Support the Dean’s leadership of the accreditation process by creating systems and structures to maintain and document day-to-day work as well as ongoing quality improvement efforts.

Prepare agendas and materials for the Dean, ensuring the Dean is prepared for meetings and informed on key issues

CORE COMPETENCIES:         

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skilled at managing projects comprised of several components.
• Developing at different rates; skilled at integrating diverse sub-projects into a unified whole to meet a larger, preestablished goal.
• Skilled in organizing work of self and others.
• Possess soft skills for working effectively within a large complex organization comprised of very diverse and sophisticated colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$90,000-$100,000