Shaw University · 11 hours ago
FT Staff: Associate Director - Adult Degree Programs
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
8+ years expShaw University is seeking an Associate Director for Adult Degree Programs to oversee planning and operations for academic initiatives aimed at non-traditional and adult learners. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to develop and implement programs, manage resources, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
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Responsibilities
Articulate and implement application, enrollment, and financial aid strategies and practices, including revenue and credit forecasting, to achieve institutional goals for Adult Degree Programs, in collaboration with appropriate faculty and professional staff
Develop and manage the personnel and fiscal resources needed for the successful operation of the Office of Adult Degree Programs, including preparation and administration of the annual operating budget
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, including warning, probation, and dismissal
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 will best serve the needs and interests of students and faculty in Adult Degree Programs, while making the most effective use of institutional personnel, fiscal, and material resources
Supervise the preparation and review of content for academic publications related to Adult Degree Programs, including the university catalog, website, and marketing materials
Collaborate with Marketing/Communications to implement marketing and lead generation plans
Oversee work with internal and external partners to achieve procurement and placement of promotional media, and analysis of its impact
Investigate opportunities, consistent with the University’s mission, to create cohort partnerships, refresh existing programs, and/or develop new ones, based on analysis of developments in higher education relevant to the competitive local, regional, national, and online Adult Degree Programs
Develop, in collaboration with Academic Affairs, an Employer Advisory Board to assist with the development of new curricula and other offerings to meet the evolving needs of school districts, businesses, and other market sectors regionally, nationally and internationally
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
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Bachelors degree in a relevant field is required
8 years' experience in a higher education administration supervisory/leadership role working with adult student populations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Professional trajectory of increasing managerial responsibility
Proficiency in use of MS-Office software applications suite and higher education data base management software
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
Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Shaw University
Establish priorities, and work in an organized manner with an emphasis on detail and accuracy
Ability to 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
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of Shaw University
Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical
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
Preferred
Masters degree in a relevant field
Previous experience with Jenzabar and Moodle
Project Management Professional (PMP), or experience as a project manager
Company
Shaw University
Shaw University is a school in Raleigh.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$5.37MKey Investors
National Telecommunications and Information AdministrationMinority Business Development Agency
2023-02-27Grant· $5.07M
2022-10-18Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Leon Lewis Jr, CGCIO
Chief Information Officer
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