FT Staff: Associate Director - Adult Degree Programs

About the role

The Associate Director for Adult Degree Programs will oversee planning and operations for various academic initiatives targeting non-traditional and adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Articulate and implement application, enrollment, and financial aid strategies and practices, including revenue and credit forecasting.
• Develop and manage the personnel and fiscal resources needed for the successful operation of the Office of Adult Degree Programs.
• Support university-wide initiatives to achieve and maintain compliance with accreditation and certification bodies overseeing adult and extended studies programs.
• Assure implementation of applicable academic policies and procedures and retention for all Adult Degree Programs.
• Collaborate with undergraduate Division Heads and graduate program directors to promote excellence in Adult Degree Programs through high-quality advising, learning outcomes assessment, and periodic program review.
• Facilitate preparation and review of course schedules that best serve the needs and interests of students and faculty in Adult Degree Programs.
• Serve as a liaison between internal and external partners to achieve procurement and placement of promotional media, and analyze its impact.
• Investigate opportunities to create cohort partnerships, refresh existing programs, and/or develop new ones based on analysis of higher education trends.
• Represent the interests of Adult Degree Programs to internal and external constituencies.
• Collaborate with other offices to assure that university programs and services meet the needs of Adult Degree Program students.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; a Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Eight years of experience in a higher education administration supervisory/leadership role working with adult student populations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A professional trajectory of increasing managerial responsibility.
• Proficiency in using MS-Office software applications suite and higher education data base management software.
• Previous experience with Jenzabar and Moodle is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders related to the position (i.e., faculty, community partners, community colleges, vendors, etc.).
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to the mission of Shaw University.
• Establish priorities, work in an organized manner with an emphasis on detail and accuracy.
• Exhibit poise, composure, and confidence when confronted with stressful or high-pressure situations.
• Strategic thinker for building upon the projected growth of Shaw University.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.

Qualifications

• Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Shaw University.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.

Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience as a project manager

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Some evening and weekend availability may be required for special events.