Frontiers in Educational Research, 2025, 8(5); doi: 10.25236/FER.2025.080520.
Luo Na1, Li Ang2
1Communication University of China, Nanjing, Jiangsu, Nanjing, 211172, China
2Zijin College, Nanjing University of Technology, Jiangsu, Nanjing, 210023, China
This paper explores the ideal role orientation of office directors in secondary colleges across 24 Chinese undergraduate universities. Through a comprehensive analysis of job descriptions, it identifies core responsibilities such as institutional coordination, administrative support, leadership participation, and procedural management. The study constructs a four-dimensional framework encompassing the organizational environment, institutional mechanisms, interpersonal trust, and professional identity. Positioned at the intersection of academic and administrative systems, office directors are required to manage complex tasks, navigate role ambiguity, and foster effective communication across departments. Their role is essential for maintaining operational stability, enhancing governance efficiency, and supporting strategic development within higher education institutions. This research offers theoretical insights and practical implications for improving the professionalism and effectiveness of grassroots administrative teams in universities.
Office Director, Role Attributes. Ideal Role
Luo Na, Li Ang. The Ideal Role Orientation of the Director of the Office of the Secondary College of Higher Education. Frontiers in Educational Research (2025), Vol. 8, Issue 5: 134-142. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2025.080520.
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