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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · 13 hours ago

Assistant Director of Undergraduate Programs - Bioengineering

Urbana, IL

Contract

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$72K/yr - $80K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a leading research institution, and they are seeking an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Programs for the Department of Bioengineering. The role involves overseeing recruitment, admissions, advising, and administration operations for the undergraduate programs office, ensuring compliance with university policies and enhancing student services.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day administration and operations of the Bioengineering undergraduate program office

Oversee undergraduate recruitment, admissions, and advising operations in Bioengineering, ensuring that departmental undergraduate policies and procedures are implemented and comply with those of the University

Meet regularly with the Associate Head and Director of Operations to discuss program development, enrollment management, course access, and curricular issues and collaborate on solutions, when needed

In collaboration with faculty, oversee activities associated with: class schedule development, early enrollment material and advising preparations, enrollment management, drop and probation reviews, academic infraction and integrity reviews, readmission decisions, study abroad course reviews and articulations, experimental course reviews, scholarship and award selections, transfer request evaluations, secondary field and honor contracts reviews, curriculum modification reviews, student recruitment and retention, graduation matters, and incoming undergraduate student orientation

Organize meetings of the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee and other committees associated with the undergraduate program

Maintain data pertaining to undergraduate programs, including collections for the accreditation process, departmental reviews, and various surveys when requested. Participate in the ABET accreditation process and serve in a leadership role in departmental curriculum requirements as well as applicable policies. Fulfill undergraduate program data requests for policy discussions, proposals, and initiatives

In collaboration with Bioengineering Marketing and Communications, oversee the website content upgrades and assist in the development of marketing materials used for recruitment. Identify opportunities to promote the undergraduate program through the departmental e-newsletter and annual report

Maintain an appropriate size advising caseload providing curriculum direction, degree auditing, career counseling, curricular modifications and approval of plans of study

Attend Chief Advisor meetings in The Grainger College of Engineering and if appropriate, serve as the department’s representative in college and campus meetings and functions related to undergraduate matters

Serve as the primary departmental point of contact for undergraduate student conflict resolution and oversee support for undergraduate students, including those on probation and in need of additional campus resources

Represent the department at recruiting events. Meet with prospective families to provide personalized guidance and support throughout the admissions process

Advise departmental leadership on new and revised curricular proposal development for majors, minors and certificates

Supervise and support professional and clerical staff, along with student workers in the undergraduate program office

Assume additional duties to further the mission of the department

Qualification

Student recruitmentAdmissions counselingCurriculum oversightSupervisory experienceData managementBANNER applicationsPlanning skillsManagement skillsMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline, higher education, student affairs, college student personnel, counseling, education, or a closely related field

Three (3) years of professional work experience in undergraduate admissions, student affairs, undergraduate advising or related work experience in higher education

Demonstrated experience in student recruitment, admission counseling, program development, or similar areas in an academic setting

Demonstrated supervisory experience

Preferred

Master's degree in a STEM discipline, higher education, student affairs, college student personnel, counseling, education, or a closely related field

Progressive responsibility in an area related to student services

Experience in academic program management and curriculum oversight within an educational institution or similar setting

Experience working with external constituents

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

A retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Company

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development.

Founded in 1915

Champaign, IL, US

10001+ employees