Academic Programs Administrator

About the Role

The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering’s Mechanical Engineering Department is seeking an exceptionally motivated, service-oriented Academic Programs Administrator I/II to thrive in a fast-paced academic environment characterized by dynamic growth. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and operational management skills, along with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, develops, executes, and/or manages strategies and programs for academic-related initiatives, groups, or services (may assist rather than lead in lower-level roles).
• Assists the program head with high-level administrative and professional support responsibilities.
• Coordinates program or service activities to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines, specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Facilitates communication between administrators, faculty, staff, and students regarding programs and services.
• Maintains databases to ensure accurate and accessible records.
• Interacts with students to monitor progress on research projects and assignments.
• Monitors budget and grant funding, ensuring expenditures align with projections; may research, write, submit, or administer grants and proposals.
• Prepares, reviews, and edits communications for various media outlets.
• Plans and implements resource development activities.

Requirements

• Level I: Bachelor’s degree (no specific discipline required).
• Level II: Bachelor’s degree (no specific discipline required) and 2 years of experience in project or program administration.
• For roles requiring teaching: A Master’s degree is required.

Substitutions allowed for education: Relevant experience may substitute for education at a rate of two years of experience per year of required education.

Benefits

• Life-Changing Impact: Contribute to research, instruction, and outreach that make a lasting difference for students, communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: Join a top employer in higher education committed to collaboration, innovation, and leveraging strengths.
• Support & Work/Life Balance: Generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support.
• Location: Enjoy southern charm in the Auburn/Opelika area, with vibrant downtowns, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and Gulf Coast beaches.
• Inclusive Environment: Auburn fosters a welcoming, respectful, and engaging community for all faculty, staff, and students.

Contract type: Continuing