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Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director for Science Advising & Continuing Education, Boca Raton, FL.With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.Summary of Responsibilities:
Reports to the Director, Science Advising and Academic Support Services, or appropriate administrator in Academic Support Services.
Assists the Director with the administration, direction and/or supervision of one or more academic program area(s), which include program review, planning, or research.
Manages one or more academic support services functions and formulates and recommends policies and procedures to effectively administer such programs.
Interprets academic support services policies and procedures and recommends new and improved programs to effectively manage academic support services administration.
Assists the Director with ensuring that the goals and objectives are communicated and met; provides leadership and policy direction as appropriate.
Advises and assists the Director with planning, directing and reporting academic program activity, and developing and implementing procedures for academic program area(s).
May represent the Director on system wide or state committees.
Collects and analyzes data as appropriate.
Coordinates all Continuing Education Program implementation and administrative support for the College of Science, working directly with Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, and both Directors of Science and Pre-Health Advising. Specifically, duties for the Continuing Education portfolio include: serving as an administrator for Touchnet/Marketplace (or other management system adopted by FAU), creating products, processing payments/refunds, providing general management and support for continuing education programs, and serving as liaison to BRRH for Continuing Education Programs.
Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the responsibilities and functions of his/her academic program area(s).
May function for the Director in his/her absence.
Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution and two years of advising or appropriate experience required.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail are essential to success in this position.Must have excellent customer service, organizational and time management skills.Must have experience with Excel (Vlookups, Pivot Tables), Power Point (Presentation), Webfocus/Leapahead, Data entry, MS Office Suite, Banner, Workday, and Adobe.Salary:$50,000 - $55,000College or Department:College of ScienceLocation:Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Occasional nights and weekends.Application Deadline: 2019-09-03-07:00Special Instructions to Applicant: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents may result in disqualification.Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.eduIn order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial. To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu.Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.Clery Act Information
