Ayers Campus Director

The Ayers Campus Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the campus, including oversight of the One Stop Center. The Ayers Campus Director works collaboratively to implement strategies affecting enrollment and student activities. This is a non-tenured position reporting to the Dean of Student Services. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with student services and instructional units to:

   o Plan events designed to develop and sustain positive community relations to include business, industry, secondary school systems, 

    community and civic organizations

   o Develop and implement workshops, seminars, and recruitment activities including campus tours for prospective students

   o Plan and implement student recruitment, enrollment, marketing, and orientation activities for students, including collecting and 

    analyzing data relevant to recruiting, enrollment, and retention outcomes and evaluating overall program effectiveness

   o Provide, organize and evaluate a balanced student activity and involvement program that complements and supplements the mission 

    of the College and focuses on student learning, and maximizing opportunities for student engagement

 Collaborate with college administration on capital facilities renewal, maintenance, security, activities for the campus, and report any 

  issues to the appropriate administrator 

 Collaborate with marketing and public relations to coordinate, prepare, and disseminate publications related to student clubs and 

  student activities

 Coordinate with deans, division chairs, and academic liaisons in the development of campus class schedules 

 Collaborate with campus police and security to implement campus safety procedures

 Demonstrate a commitment to shaping environments in which students are trained and mentored as campus and community leaders, 

  including but not limited to, preparing and chaperoning students who have been identified to attend Leadership Institutes and other 

  student professional and personal developmental programs

 Serve as an advisor for campus specific student organizations as needed or directed

 Implement goals, objectives, policies, operating procedures and complete Unit Strategic Plan assignments and evaluate outcomes for 

  the campus

 Maintain appropriate records and files related to campus operations 

 Monitor and direct changes required for improvement on the campus

 Serve as the campus liaison to the President and cabinet members

 Address student complaints and concerns and communicate with appropriate administrators on all complaints

 Serve on committees as appointed

 Manage assigned budgets

 Perform other related duties as assigned 

 Comply with all policies of the College and the Alabama Community College System

Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position’s role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree required 

Master’s Degree preferred

Minimum three (3) years’ experience in education and student engagement required

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to coordinate activities between individuals, departments and agencies

A commitment to the teaching-learning process of the College and the open-door admission process 

Application Procedures/Additional Information:

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:

March 2025

SALARY: Salary Schedule C3- (starting at $51,000). Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

3/7/2025– 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT.  A Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. 

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).

Salary Calculation: For positions on Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.   

Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College’s official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.    

Please Note:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.

• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:

Monday-Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST

(855) 524-5627

Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.

Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.