Academic Programs Administrator
Company:
Auburn University
Job Location:
Auburn, Alabama
Category:
Online and Distance Education Programs
Type:
Full-Time
Salary Range: USD $40,200.00/Yr. - USD $68,040.00/Yr.
Locations: Auburn University, AL
Categories: Academic Services & Administration
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Auburn Online
Associated Division: Provost & SeniorVP Academic Affairs
Req ID: 9208
Overview
Auburn Online is a growing unit with an essential role in designing and developing online learning experiences. Due to increasing demand for both hybrid and online courses and programs at Auburn University, this position is critical for Auburn Online to keep pace with the need. The Academic Programs Administrator will be responsible for coordinating the department's projects, resources, and information. Under supervision and guidance of the Associate Director for Learning Experience Design in the Biggio Center, the individual in this position will perform a range of work matching their skillset, including but not limited to, the essential functions listed below.
Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their application. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities
Level I:
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EDUCATION: Yes, When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
Locations: Auburn University, AL
Categories: Academic Services & Administration
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Auburn Online
Associated Division: Provost & SeniorVP Academic Affairs
Req ID: 9208
Overview
Auburn Online is a growing unit with an essential role in designing and developing online learning experiences. Due to increasing demand for both hybrid and online courses and programs at Auburn University, this position is critical for Auburn Online to keep pace with the need. The Academic Programs Administrator will be responsible for coordinating the department's projects, resources, and information. Under supervision and guidance of the Associate Director for Learning Experience Design in the Biggio Center, the individual in this position will perform a range of work matching their skillset, including but not limited to, the essential functions listed below.
Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their application. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities
- Assists department head with a variety of high-level administrative/professional support responsibilities.
- Coordinates project activities to ensure relevant guidelines, specifications, policy and procedures are followed.
- Provides information to administrators, faculty, staff, and students concerning project progress, status, and issues and facilitates effective communication processes.
- Initiates and facilitates human resource processes, including but not limited to hiring, payroll updates, and terminations.
- Maintains and analyzes data to ensure accurate records, including but not limited to personnel records, project and evaluation data, and financial records.
- Monitors budget and grant funding and ensures expenditures are within specifications and in line with spending projections and meeting target timelines.
- Coordinates the creation and dissemination of contracts and completes project billing and payment processes.
- Conducts project evaluation to ensure process improvement methods are being utilized as intended and are making a sufficient impact.
- Responsible for training, assisting, and assigning tasks to others, and may provide input to performance reviews of other employees. Trains and manages project assistants.
Level I:
- Bachelor's degree (no specific discipline).
- Bachelor's degree (no specific discipline) and 2 years of experience in project or program administration.
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EDUCATION: Yes, When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
