University of Alaska
ANSEP Acceleration Assistant Director – Mat-Su
University of Alaska, Palmer, Alaska, United States, 99645
Acceleration Academy is ANSEP’s largest component in terms of student enrollment and budget size. It consists of high school sites in Anchorage, Palmer, Bethel, and Kotzebue, as well as a summer programming component in Anchorage. Students can go from eighth grade to obtaining a bachelor’s degree in as little as five years. This dramatic improvement in academic outcomes reduces time to degree and saves families two years or more of college expenses. Through rigorous academic and social engagement, high school students who participate in Acceleration Academy will:
Earn college credits.Learn to navigate the university.Build self-esteem, determination, and study skills.Be more efficient working in teams.Adjust to living away from home.Have fun doing hands-on projects and coursework.Gain knowledge of and familiarity with college life and urban Alaska.Be better prepared to earn a college degree!The Assistant Director helps provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the effective operation and advancement of ANSEP’s mission. In this role, you will work with moderate oversight from ANSEP Directors and Senior Directors to develop and negotiate funding agreements and contracts with a diverse range of external partners, supporting activities across all UA campuses and statewide. You will lead, manage, and assess ANSEP components, primarily overseeing temporary workers. Responsibilities include developing and implementing policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure the successful achievement of ANSEP’s goals. You will analyze and manage budgets, coordinate planning, and ensure alignment with ANSEP’s mission. Additionally, you will collaborate with strategic partners and school districts, provide administrative advice to senior leadership, and resolve complex issues. You will also serve as a subject matter expert, offering guidance and interpretation on ANSEP activities for students, staff, faculty, and external partners.Basic knowledge of budgets and the granting process. Ability to create comprehensive reports and presentations. Basic knowledge of contract administration. Ability to coordinate conflicting issues and ideas of conflicting groups and people. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships among diverse stakeholders. Ability to work independently. Ability to write, negotiate, conclude, and administer complex agreements. Ability to lead staff. Five years of progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience with education programs aimed at increasing college readiness and success at the university. Demonstrated planning and facilitation skills, and proficiency in cross-cultural communications.To thrive in this role, the candidate should have experience working in a K-12 or University setting. The candidate should have experience motivating a team of students and professional staff members. The candidate should also have strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to build a collaborative environment, drive strategic initiatives, and uphold the standards of operational excellence.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field such as education and/or STEM. Five years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native, American Indian, and rural students and cultures preferred. Demonstrated planning and facilitation skills, and proficiency in cross-cultural communications.Master’s degree preferred.Position Details:This position is located on the Mat-Su campus in Palmer. This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt (salary not hourly) staff position complete with both a competitive salary and
full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the
UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 80, based on education and experience.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.Must be 21 and older to apply. Current Alaska Driver's License and clean driving record to drive ANSEP van transporting students as needed.Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:
www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Cate Weist, ANSEP HR Manager at caweist@alaska.edu.All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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Earn college credits.Learn to navigate the university.Build self-esteem, determination, and study skills.Be more efficient working in teams.Adjust to living away from home.Have fun doing hands-on projects and coursework.Gain knowledge of and familiarity with college life and urban Alaska.Be better prepared to earn a college degree!The Assistant Director helps provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the effective operation and advancement of ANSEP’s mission. In this role, you will work with moderate oversight from ANSEP Directors and Senior Directors to develop and negotiate funding agreements and contracts with a diverse range of external partners, supporting activities across all UA campuses and statewide. You will lead, manage, and assess ANSEP components, primarily overseeing temporary workers. Responsibilities include developing and implementing policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure the successful achievement of ANSEP’s goals. You will analyze and manage budgets, coordinate planning, and ensure alignment with ANSEP’s mission. Additionally, you will collaborate with strategic partners and school districts, provide administrative advice to senior leadership, and resolve complex issues. You will also serve as a subject matter expert, offering guidance and interpretation on ANSEP activities for students, staff, faculty, and external partners.Basic knowledge of budgets and the granting process. Ability to create comprehensive reports and presentations. Basic knowledge of contract administration. Ability to coordinate conflicting issues and ideas of conflicting groups and people. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships among diverse stakeholders. Ability to work independently. Ability to write, negotiate, conclude, and administer complex agreements. Ability to lead staff. Five years of progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience with education programs aimed at increasing college readiness and success at the university. Demonstrated planning and facilitation skills, and proficiency in cross-cultural communications.To thrive in this role, the candidate should have experience working in a K-12 or University setting. The candidate should have experience motivating a team of students and professional staff members. The candidate should also have strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to build a collaborative environment, drive strategic initiatives, and uphold the standards of operational excellence.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field such as education and/or STEM. Five years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native, American Indian, and rural students and cultures preferred. Demonstrated planning and facilitation skills, and proficiency in cross-cultural communications.Master’s degree preferred.Position Details:This position is located on the Mat-Su campus in Palmer. This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt (salary not hourly) staff position complete with both a competitive salary and
full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the
UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 80, based on education and experience.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.Must be 21 and older to apply. Current Alaska Driver's License and clean driving record to drive ANSEP van transporting students as needed.Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:
www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Cate Weist, ANSEP HR Manager at caweist@alaska.edu.All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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