Coordinator, Academic Programs (19789)

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Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University's Center for Academic Advising is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Coordinator Academic Programs (Learning Specialist) vacancy.

Responsibilities

This position assists academically at-riskstudent-athletes;The incumbent develops, manages, implements, and monitors strategic study programs, including mentoring and tutoring sessions for student-athletes, assesses the needs of at-risk student-athletes, and develops strategic study plans; Develops and implements programs and services designed to meet the needs of academically at-risk student-athletes; Develops and implements academic support plans for under-prepared and learning-challenged student-athletes as well as developing and implementing programmatic and training initiatives for the tutorial program; Serves as liaison between the academic coaches, academic support staff, and administrators to enhance the educational success of student-athletes; Identifies learning needs of students-athletes and develops individualized support programs and services; Develops and provides a variety of teaching activities, including diagnostic needs assessments, skills development, decision making, time management, etc.; Coordinates mentoring programs and tutoring sessions for student-athletes and assists in monitoring supervised study table programs designed to develop beneficial study skills; Instructs learning-disabled student-athletes on the use of a variety of assistive technology; Supervises and provides training to tutors and mentors; Maintains confidential records and other documentation; Stays abreast of and assures adherence to NCAA, SWAC, and University rules and regulations regarding position; May be required to travel and work outside regular business hours (evenings, weekends, and some holidays); Ensures all assigned tasks comply with the department; University, SWAC Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations; and Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

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Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University's Center for Academic Advising is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Coordinator Academic Programs (Learning Specialist) vacancy.

Responsibilities

This position assists academically at-riskstudent-athletes;The incumbent develops, manages, implements, and monitors strategic study programs, including mentoring and tutoring sessions for student-athletes, assesses the needs of at-risk student-athletes, and develops strategic study plans; Develops and implements programs and services designed to meet the needs of academically at-risk student-athletes; Develops and implements academic support plans for under-prepared and learning-challenged student-athletes as well as developing and implementing programmatic and training initiatives for the tutorial program; Serves as liaison between the academic coaches, academic support staff, and administrators to enhance the educational success of student-athletes; Identifies learning needs of students-athletes and develops individualized support programs and services; Develops and provides a variety of teaching activities, including diagnostic needs assessments, skills development, decision making, time management, etc.; Coordinates mentoring programs and tutoring sessions for student-athletes and assists in monitoring supervised study table programs designed to develop beneficial study skills; Instructs learning-disabled student-athletes on the use of a variety of assistive technology; Supervises and provides training to tutors and mentors; Maintains confidential records and other documentation; Stays abreast of and assures adherence to NCAA, SWAC, and University rules and regulations regarding position; May be required to travel and work outside regular business hours (evenings, weekends, and some holidays); Ensures all assigned tasks comply with the department; University, SWAC Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations; and Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

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Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience; or a master's degree in appropriate area of specialization.

Recommended Competencies

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of career counseling and development;

Knowledge of academic resources available to students;

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;

Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously;

Develops and implements programs and services designed to meet the needs of academically at-risk student-athletes;

Coordinates and participates in assigned unique and recurring projects and programs, including planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of tutorial programs; and,

Determines the curriculum for tutorialtrainingsin compliance with the Athletic Department’s Compliance Office and NCAA.

Anticipated Salary Range

$43,260.00 to $43,260.00

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, Veterans’, and individuals with disabilities. The university supports the Florida Board of Governor’s “Statement of Free Expression”; activities protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Article 1 of the State Constitution. Expressive activities protected do not include defamatory or commercial speech.”

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