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Logo : Posting Number :

STA00077PO25

Job Family : Program Management

Job Function : Program Management

USC Market Title : Program Manager

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 133616

Job Level : M1 - Managerial

Business Title (Internal Title) :

Director of Academic Planning

Campus : Columbia

Work County : Richland

College / Division :

College of Arts and Sciences

Department :

CAS College of Arts and Sciences

State Pay Band :

Approved Starting Salary :

72,093

Advertised Salary Range :

72,093 - $90,116

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

Work Schedule :

Monday through Friday from 8 : 30am to 5 : 00pm, with one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis : 12 months

Job Search Category :

Administrative

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement :

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary :

The Director of Academic Planning is responsible for the allocation and management of all resources pertaining to short-term instructional staffing. Effective execution of this responsibility requires close analysis of enrollment trends and staffing patterns to provide efficient and responsive allocation of annual budgetary authority.

This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with both college and departmental leadership. The Director of Academic Planning is responsible for the ongoing review of departmental curricular plans and faculty workload to ensure they remain consistent with College standards and meet the curricular needs of all students at the University of South Carolina.

The Director of Academic Planning will coordinate closely with other personnel in the Office of Curriculum Management and Data Analytics to support cohesive management of curriculum development, execution, and assessment.

In the execution of their duties the Director of Academic Planning will collaborate closely with college leadership to ensure continuous alignment with College priorities. They will also collaborate with the College Budget Office and College Human Resources personnel to maintain alignment with financial targets and support the timely hiring of temporary faculty.

Working under the general direction of the Assistant Dean for Curriculum, the academic planner is responsible for the day-to-day performance of duties assigned and is expected to be self-directed in those duties.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience :

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and / or experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Terminal degree preferred. Advanced degree in an academic field represented in the College of Arts and Sciences preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent research and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to interact well with different university constituencies, including faculty, staff, administrators, and students.
Ability to interpret technical procedures and regulations.
Ability to plan, direct, and administer policies and programs.
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to make sound decisions.
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the College of Arts and Sciences

Job Duty :

Develop and maintain an effective academic planning life cycle. Provide planning data to college leadership and academic departments with sufficient lead time to inform curricular planning, graduate recruiting, and hiring of temporary faculty.