Temple University
Role Inventory Form
Position Specifications
Job Class:
Role Inventory Title:
Family:
PS
Level:
PS5
Department Title:
Salary Grade:
School/College/Department:
BU:
Sub Department:
FLSA:
Reports To:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Date: July 1, 2016
Family Definition
Professional Definition: Members of Professional Services have a professional body of knowledge normally acquired through an undergraduate
program or higher that is applied to the business operations of the University. Typically these positions require:
Knowledge of: human resources, legal, development, library science, social work, marketing, advertising, architectural, and accounting policies
and principles, fund raising vehicles, regulatory statutes, emergency and response protocols, organizational policies, values and standards, and
organizational mission, strategy, and goals
Skills and abilities related to: business and financial management, business plans, budgets, communication, computer operations, planning; team
management, problem solving and resolutions, negotiation, confidentiality, research capabilities, analysis, process improvement, leadership,
coaching, training, creativity, initiative, crisis management
in order to:
Represent the University to outside constituents (including but not limited to alumni, patients, donors, students, outside vendors,
applicants, other units in the University, the media, policy makers, local and federal government, accrediting bodies, the courts)
Develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures
Manage development activities for the University
Ensure the University is in compliance with all federal and local regulations
Ensure the University’s interests are protected through contract negotiations and policy interpretation
Manage the Human Resource function for the University to ensure the compliance with external and internal policies and regulations and
the recruitment of qualified staff and faculty
Manage Public Relations activities for the University to ensure a positive representation of the University in the media and enhance
public perception
Ensure library holdings are current and accessible
Maintain museum collection
Secure grants
Support and respond to the academic departments of the University
Purchase and acquire quality goods for use throughout the University
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Profile Elements of Position
Functional Contribution and Research
Performance of Duties/
Project Responsibilities
Manages more than one subunit or a small department.
Defines work projects performed within subunit; sets goals/priorities for subunit.
Substantial knowledge, understanding, and experience in specific area or discipline(s). Proficiency gained through
exposure or experience. Serves as authority within a specific area of the organization.
Results have significant operational impact department, and/or subunit; may have impact on organization.
Procedures, processes,
and standards
Establishes policies and procedures for subunit consistent with department goals; responsible for staff compliance
with all policies and procedures.
Interprets department plicies for the subunit/department.
Recommends changes to department policies and procedures.
Strategy
Recommends and implements subunit/department strategy, based on area of expertise, in the context of the broader
department strategy.
Relationships, Service & Community
Internal
Develops and maintains internal relationships with peers within subunit/department and across organization; may
occasionally interact with leadership.
Anticipates and responds to a wide range of internal client needs; ability to impact relationships.
External
Develops and maintains external relationships; ability to anticipate needs of external customers.
Manages external relationships for department/subunit.
Anticipates and responds to a wide range of internal client needs; ability to impact relationships.
Functional Team
Members
Manages subunit/department relationships providing mentoring, and vision.
Approves recommendations for team resources within subunit.
Acts as a liaison between senior management and subunit/department on work progress, goals, and strategy.
Problem Solving & Innovation
Scope of Issues
Resolves or oversees complex and sensitive issues within the subunit, refers, with recommendations, those issues that
may have significant impact throughout the department or organization to higher levels.
Anticipates and addresses problems within the subunit/department.
Problem Resolution/
Resources Available
Identifies and analyzes complex problems utilizing best practices and significant industry experience; requires regular
independent judgment.
Selects an appropriate course of action that involves change or innovation to existing procedures or techniques.
Exchanges and utilizes in-depth body of knowledge with peer group both external and internal including industry
standards.
Creativity and Innovation
Regularly uses and demonstrates creative, intuitive, and innovative solutions to resolve comlex problems; proposes
plans for implementation.
Designs and implements creative and improved work processes within department.
Adapts best practices in operating processes and methods.
Decision Making Impact
Context of Decisions
Responsible for subunit/department decisions and outcomes.
Makes complex decisions using best practice and significant industry experience; decisions have major impact within
subunit or department; decisions may have impact across the organization.
Financial
Manages significant project/operations budget for a subunit with input into departmental budget; may develop budget
for subunit.
Suggests revenue-enhancing and/or cost reduction initiatives.
People
Responsible for all HR management within subunit/department with supervisor oversight.
Leadership and Training
Professional Development Participates in setting and implementing performance standards and expectations for professional development of
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Profile Elements of Position
and Training
team members in subunit.
Takes corrective action on competency, productivity and performance issues.
Suggests necessary training programs; may secures resources for training.
Technical Leadership
Provides technical leadership within functional area. Identifies technical support required to complete projects.
May be senior functional technical expert for the subunit/department.
Team Morale/
Role Model
Demonstrates and ensures compliance with professional standards. Acts as mentor/coach for subunit/department.
Facilitates and promotes a collaborative work environment for the subunit/department.
Key Departmental Functions
(capsule statement and basic task list from dept and prior version descriptions)
Profiling Related Dimensions
A. Supervision:
Supervises professional and administrative employees. Carries out supervisory responsibility in
accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
B. Operating Budget range,
if Applicable:
C. Typical Education &
Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and 6 or more years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of
education and experience may be considered.
D. Typical Equipment Used:
E. Environmental
Conditions:
No adverse conditions
Ability to speak clearly.
Ability to see clearly with corrective lens.
Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel.
Ability to reach with hands and arms.
F. Expected Physical
Requirements:
Ability to work a computer for an extended period of time.
Ability to manipulate and assemble files.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to work nights/weekends/early mornings.
Ability to work overtime.
G. Other Pertinent
Dimensions:
Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically
mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.
University Compensation (JobClass Title Family Level)
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