Academic Program Coordinator, Senior

Company: Inside Higher Ed
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: April 1, 2021

Job Description:

Job Title: Academic Program Coordinator, Senior Location: Professional Education Progs Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 605276 Workplace CultureNAU is a community devoted to student success and sustained by an unshakable commitment to our shared mission, vision, and values. We-faculty, staff, and administrators-thrive by combining our efforts and working side by side to further NAU's culture of excellence.Special InformationThis position is located in the Phoenix area.Immigration Suppt/SponsorshipNAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.Job DescriptionCoordinates and organizes student teaching database, scheduling, communication, and documentation for 16 student teaching courses, which includes approximately 325 course sections for 550 to 600 student teachers annually. The student teaching courses represent a required course for 20 nationally accredited, state approved degree programs leading to teacher certification offered through five NAU colleges. This position oversees a large volume of communication from students, university supervisors, and cooperating teachers, and processes and tracks approximately 150 change and special requests from student teachers annually, including supporting the placement of approximately 55 students annually who pursue Alternative Teaching Certificate, Student Teaching Intern Certificate, out of state, and international student teaching placements, which require significant, additional internal and external processing. This position verifies degree postings after successful completion of student teaching and issues an Institutional Recommendations to students as well as submission of an official report of teacher preparation graduates to the Arizona Department of Education. The position coordinates in-person and online orientation meetings for student teachers and multiple trainings/meetings annually for approximately 80 university supervisors. This position also oversees the implementation and tracking of the student teaching evaluation instrument completed by an average of 750 cooperating teachers each academic year. In addition, this position responds to approximately 140 program verification requests annually from alumni seeking certification out of state. The individual in this role works with the Director of the Professional Education Programs to ensure appropriate degree program, state certification, and accreditation policies and practices are followed in relation to student teaching and associated placements. Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledge
  • Advanced knowledge of rules, regulations, guidelines, and procedures related to program area.
  • Advanced knowledge of budgeting and account reconciliation principles.
  • Advanced knowledge of organizational practices and principles. Skills
    • Program coordination and execution.
    • Coordination of activities, evaluating data, and establishing priorities.
    • Database application skills (e.g., FileMaker Pro).
    • Student management systems (e.g., SalesForce, PeopleSoft).
    • Learning management systems (e.g., BbLearn).
    • Course scheduling software.
    • Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
    • Online survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics).
    • Web conferencing tools.
    • Google suite. Abilities
      • Works independently.
      • Exercises good judgement and professionalism.
      • Communicates effectively.
      • Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.Background InformationThis position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting.If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an . The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus and NAU-Fort Defiance as these campuses have on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.SalaryCommensurate with experience.**The starting salary will be determined by the qualifications of the selected applicant balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.FLSA StatusThis position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.BenefitsThis is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the . Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU.NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date. Learning and DevelopmentYour career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days. If your position includes the supervision of a benefit-eligible employee, we offer the NAU Supervisors Academy for you to complete within your first 2 years. Application DeadlineApril 8, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Office of Equity and Access at: 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.Equal Employment OpportunityNorthern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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