Director ofthe Eagle STEM Scholars Program
State Title:Asst Academic Program Director
State Class Code:UE05
State Pay Band:Unclassified
Annual Salary/Hiring Range:$54,000
Job Purpose:Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology & the Environment, the Director coordinates all aspects of Winthrop’s critically important and increasingly acclaimed Eagle STEM Scholars Program. Incumbent develops and implements scholar recruitment efforts; monitors student progress; leads and manages day-to-day operations; develops and implements data-driven metrics and tools to increase program effectiveness; works with leaders to identify and implement key initiatives; supervises up to eight student and staff employees; manages summer activities; mentors and serves as a role model for students; works closely with families and faculty; and represents the program in the local and broader communities.
Job Summary:Management and Administration
- Develops, manages and markets a recruitment and data management plan for the program, which serves 50 to 70 students annually.
- Supervises up to eight student and staff employees.
- Oversees development and distribution of program collateral.
- Oversees development and implementation of a dedicated website and electronic application process.
- Represents Winthrop in making presentations to external groups; briefs oversight panels on program progress; and serves as program liaison to academic deans, faculty and staff.
- Develops a data-based approach to year-round recruitment and works with faculty to award academic scholarships.
- Develops and implements networking strategies to identify prospective participants.
- Conducts recruitment and outreach efforts at high schools, homes, campus open houses and other settings.
- Serves as key liaison to the university’s Enrollment Management & Marketing division.
- Teaches a freshman seminar course for first-year scholars.
- Monitors the academic progress and oversees support for Eagle STEM scholars.
- Hires and supervises program assistants, academic study hall tutors, and summer peer mentors.
- Oversees summer bridge planning and implementation and coordination of summer student activities.
- Coordinates with faculty on all aspects of the program.
- Develops and implements activities to transition students from Winthrop into doctoral programs and employment and provides service learning and other professional development activities for students.
- Develops extramural funding proposals.
- Works with University Advancement and potential donors on funding for program initiatives.
- Teams with other key groups on campus to leverage campus resources and maximize program efforts.
- Develops and implements plans for tracking scholars’ in-program achievements and post-baccalaureate placements.
- Reports outcomes to internal and external groups.
- Uses data to inform continuous program improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics or information systems/science.
- At least two years of work experience in the degree area and/or a college/university setting.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Experience with Banner, Blackboard or similar academic enterprise software system.
- Budgeting experience.
- Recruiting and/or advising experience.
- Experience networking with multiple organizations and at various levels across an organization.
- Experience solving problems/resolving issues in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge, ability and demonstrated passion for advising/assisting college students.
- Ability to coordinate and manage, in parallel, multiple complex tasks, staff and programs.
- Evidence of potential for successfully managing people.
- Effective presentation and communication skills.
- Ability to present program goals effectively and passionately serve as program advocate.
Unclassified
Position Status:Full-Time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Hours Per Week:37.5
Months per Year:12
Telecommuting:Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.
Posting Number:2024 096S
Open Date:05/13/2024
Close Date:06/02/2024
Open Until Filled:No
Special Instructions to Applicants:Please include at least three references.
PLEASE NOTE:* A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).
* Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.