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Job Opportunity: Director, University Studies:Lamar UniversityJob description:Director, University Studies
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112976 Position Title: Director, University Studies FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: University Studies Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The Director of University Studies is a full-time professional staff position responsible for program direction and oversight related to professional staff and initiatives concerning the Department of University Studies. This includes a high level of organization, communication, and a range of directive responsibilities. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: » Manage and supervise all administrative functions for the Department of University Studies advising unit; hire, train, mentor, and supervise all office personnel and promote their performance; complete, approve, and process needed employment forms, documents, access requests, and evaluations for full- and part-time advising staff and student adjuncts. » Coordinate with Associate Dean of Research and Retention regarding departmental planning, development, training, problem-solving, and reporting; attend conferences as needed. » Establish, review, and revise Departmental policies and procedures, degree plans, and other departmental informational documents for approval, distribution, and publication; coordinate with other campus departments to distribute and publish Departmental information and documents; maintain and update Departmental website. » Assist students with resolving unique circumstances, complaints, problems, or needs regarding their advising and academics; review requests for course substitutions and degree exceptions; advise traditional on-campus and online (non-AP) undergraduate students in person, by phone, and/or via email/virtual session as needed; serve a resource person for advising needs, questions, and problems. » Work closely with faculty, staff, and other personnel across the University; serve as Departmental liaison on committees, in meetings, on projects, and at University functions. » supervise all University Studies graduation advising and services for students and collaborate with the Graduation Office regarding graduates for each term; attend Commencement ceremony if needed. » Monitor and maintain a balanced budget and all departmental equipment; review and approve purchases; serve as property custodian for Department. » Represent the Department and participate in University and Department functions; serve on committees and special projects as needed; and perform additional departmental tasks as assigned. Key Competencies: » Superior oral and written communication skills. » Computer proficiency, especially in MS Office applications, Navigate, Degree, Works, and Banner. » High level of organizational and interpersonal skills. » Demonstrated capability to provide high quality customer service to students. » capability to keep accurate, detailed records. » practice in working with students from various backgrounds. » Must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment. » capability to advocate for staff, faculty, and student needs. Physical Requirements: » Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to execute a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings. Job Conditions: » Inside » Office environment Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. » To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Master's degree, preferably in Counseling, Management, Education, or related field. » Minimum of five years directly related practice and/or progressively increasing responsibility. EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Doctorate degree with five years administrative supervision in higher education. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: $52,446 - $68,180 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 10/30/2024 Close Date: 01/30/2025 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a master's degree, preferably in Counseling, Management, Education, or a related field? » Yes » No » * Do you have a minimum of five years of directly related practice and/or progressively increasing responsibility? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents Skills:
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