Job description
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Location
Hickory, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
097751
Department
University College - 202000
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- An earned Master’s degree in the field of expertise from an accredited college or university.
- Demonstrated experience or potential for supervising faculty and staff.
- Demonstrated administrative capabilities that exhibit a commitment to building and maintaining collaborative relationships between diverse programs.
- Experience working with students in a college setting and a demonstrated commitment to the educational development of students.
- Demonstrated experience working on behalf of nontraditional and/or interdisciplinary students.
License/Certification Required
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in developing and implementing a degree completion program.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and service.
- Outstanding writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to building collaborations and managing interdisciplinary and interdepartmental relationships.
- A commitment to shared governance.
- A record of success in seeking extramural funding.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The
Director of the Professional Studies Program provides leadership, coordination, and advocacy to support the newly proposed Professional Studies Program. The Director will build and maintain collaborations with departments and colleges across campus.
The responsibilities of the Director of the Professional Studies Program include, but are not limited to:
1. Teaching the UCO 2200 Foundations of Professional Studies course and supervising UCO 4900 Capstone Internship in Professional Studies.
1. Teaching the UCO 2200 Foundations of Professional Studies course and supervising UCO 4900 Capstone Internship in Professional Studies.
2. Coordinating together with Student Employment and Internships to provide support for students in the Professional Studies Program.
3. Supervising administrative staff associated with the program.
4. Overseeing student advising for the program.
5. Planning and allocating the annual budget.
6. Staying abreast of the national conversation and best practices in regard to degree completion programs and interdisciplinary education.
7. Participating in professional development related to degree completion programs, interdisciplinary studies, and working with nontraditional students.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, some evening and weekend work required
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university office area.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
03/17/2023
Closing Date
04/16/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Evaluation of Applications Begins
04/03/2023
Proposed Date of Hire
05/01/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:
1) letter of interest
2) curriculum vitae
3) a statement addressing your leadership experience and philosophy
4) a statement of your thoughts on interdisciplinary education and engaging with students (attach under miscellaneous)
5) the names and contact information of three references
1) letter of interest
2) curriculum vitae
3) a statement addressing your leadership experience and philosophy
4) a statement of your thoughts on interdisciplinary education and engaging with students (attach under miscellaneous)
5) the names and contact information of three references
Search Chair Name
Ted Zerucha
Search Chair Email
zeruchat@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Clery Act:
Clery Act Compliance
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at
issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/39232
Posting Number
201501127P
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