Academic Program Coordinator, Intermediate (Yuma)

Location: NAU - Yuma

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 608111

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Workplace Culture

NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.

https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/

Special Information

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at the NAU-Yuma campus with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
• Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a resume; and (3) names and contact information for three references. Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents.

Job Description

Participates in the development, implementation, and coordination of the Yuma campus Student Success Center (SSC) to contribute to improved student academic identity, course completion, retention, and graduation. Specifically, this position is responsible for developing and coordinating SSC functions related to (1) identifying and addressing student retention and performance problems, (2) providing academic and other student support services, (3) supervising, training, and effectively deploying tutors and mentors, and (4) supervising the testing center to support academic placement, student remediation, program progression, academic language development, and other student needs.

Student Success Center - 25%

• Participates in the development, implementation, and coordination of the Yuma campus Student Success Center (SSC) to improve student academic identity, program success, retention, and graduation.

Supervisory - 25%

• Develops and coordinates SSC functions in support of campus strategic priorities
• Hires, trains, supervises, and effectively deploys tutors and mentors.
• Supervises Testing Center operations.

Student Support Services - 25%

• Provides academic and wrap-around student support services (e.g., Louie's Cupboard for food security).

Student Retention - 20%

• Identifies and addresses issues related to student retention, performance, and academic language development in collaboration with faculty.

Other - 5%

• Participates on NAU-Yuma campus and department committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in field appropriate to area of assignment.
• 2-4 years relevant experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, social sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
• Three years experience with higher education advising, transfer, and/or student services.
• Two years experience working with Hispanic and first-generation students.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Experience offering tutoring and mentoring services to students.
• Experience in case management services.
• Experience coordinating student events and support services.
• Demonstrated evidence or knowledge of successful strategic planning.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, guidelines, and procedures related to program area.
• Knowledge of budgeting and account reconciliation principles.
• Knowledge of organizational practices and principles.

Skills

• Program coordination and execution.
• Coordination of activities, evaluating data, and establishing priorities.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Abilities

• Works independently.
• Exercises good judgement and professionalism.
• Communicates effectively.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

Background Information

This 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 https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.. 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 https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has 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.

Salary

Salary range begins at $44,057. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This 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.

Benefits

This 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 https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/. 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 arehttps://in.nau.edu/human-resources/benefits/ 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 Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/orientation/ includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

November 18, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To 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.

Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a resume; and (3) names and contact information for three references. Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents.

If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/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 Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://[email protected], or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern 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.

https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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