Assistant Director - Continuing Education

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Senior Professional Staff - Academic Affairs

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Regular

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Institution Name :

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance.

The 15 : 1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum ofCertificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture / Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department :

Graduate Studies & Continuing Ed

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Summary of Job Duties :

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking an Assistant Director for its North Little Rock Site. The Assistant Director of the North Little Rock Site reports to the Dean of the Division of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education and provides leadership for the North Little Rock Site. Duties of the Assistant Director include :

• Recruit students for classes and programs offered at the North Little Rock Site
• Liaise with business leaders to identify, and assist UAPB academic departments to develop, new programs and certificates desired by area businesses to enhance the capabilities of their employees
• With the assistance and consent of the academic departments, identify and secure qualified and appropriately credentialed adjunct faculty to teach classes at the North Little Rock Site
• Schedule courses at the North Little Rock Site
• Review course syllabi for compliance with academic requirements
• In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Continuing Education, assist community organizations in planning new programs, workshops, meetings and seminars at the North Little Rock Site that are desired by the public
• Ensure that the North Little Rock Site meets the academic needs of the instructors and students
• Collaborate with the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Success, Division of Student Affairs, and Division of Institutional Advancement and Development to grow enrollment, place graduates in careers and assist with university fund raising efforts in support of the North Little Rock Site’s mission
• Supervise the maintenance and upkeep of the facility
• Oversee security for the North Little Rock Site
• Communicate with the landlord and UAPB administration to ensure the smooth function of the North Little Rock Site
• Supervise and evaluate support staff
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Educational Background

Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, public administration, human resources, or a related field required. Master's degree in a relevant field such as education administration, business administration (MBA), public administration, or organizational leadership is preferred.

Professional Experience

Skills and Competencies

Personal Attributes

Additional Information :

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial / Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position) :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Sharron Williams, Employment Manager,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.Required checks are identified in the position listing.A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity :

Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity :

Talking

Benefits Eligible :