Kennesaw State University
Program Coordinator, Student-Athlete Success
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156
About Us
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Department Information
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Manages the student-athlete tutoring program and the FlightPlan program for student-athletes2. Manages and tracks FlightPlan community service activities, connecting student-athletes to available opportunities3. Meets with junior and senior student-athletes regarding internships and career goals4. Tracks the department's tutoring budget and assists leadership and athletic advisors with projects and requests5. Submits scholarship book lists and communicates with the bookstore bi-annually6. Supervises assigned staff and/or student assistants7. Organizes special events such as Top-Flight Owls Night and graduation luncheons8. Participates in the coordination and execution student-athlete Flight Nights and schedules guest speakers9. Oversees and monitors study hall participation10. May hire, train, and supervise student tutors and/or assigned staff11. Manages work schedules and payroll approval for student assistants and tutors12. Schedules tutors through tutoring software and communicates with department advisors on all tutoring-related issues13. Serves as a contact for service tickets and compiles and edits the end-of-term academic summary report14. Maintains social media accounts and manages the office calendar15. Handles data entry, phone, and email communication16. Provides office and event planning support to the department
Job Summary
Plans and implements program initiatives for the assigned college, department, and/or unit. Participates in the generation of program resources, communication, design and development of operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point for program implementation and operational matters. Provides technical, professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Develops, plans and coordinates the implementation and execution of programs, special projects, events and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the assigned program(s) and/or department(s)2. Oversees and administers all facets and activities related to day-to-day operations of the assigned program(s) and/or departments3. Serves as liaison with internal and external clients on all matters relating to program and/or department activities4. Provides, administers and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus5. Assists with forecast projections and budget for each fiscal year and evaluates progress towards financial goals and may be responsible for the program or departments purchasing card (PCard)6. Prepares and delivers presentations and collateral for program and/or department and events7. Coordinates and administers the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data, prepares comprehensive program reports and evaluation summaries8. May coordinate, administer and monitor social media presence and program outreach9. May supervise and/or lead assigned staff and/or students assistants
Required Qualifications
Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
Required ExperienceOne (1) years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred ExperiencePrevious experience with program development and coordinationPrevious experience in higher education
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIESAble to devise, develop, collect and analyze statistical information and reportsAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlinesAbility to make administrative and/or procedural decisions and judgments
KNOWLEDGEDemonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus
SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skillsProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:Knowledge of how tutoring and academic support programs function,
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will not be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Standard EnhancedEducation
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Department Information
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Manages the student-athlete tutoring program and the FlightPlan program for student-athletes2. Manages and tracks FlightPlan community service activities, connecting student-athletes to available opportunities3. Meets with junior and senior student-athletes regarding internships and career goals4. Tracks the department's tutoring budget and assists leadership and athletic advisors with projects and requests5. Submits scholarship book lists and communicates with the bookstore bi-annually6. Supervises assigned staff and/or student assistants7. Organizes special events such as Top-Flight Owls Night and graduation luncheons8. Participates in the coordination and execution student-athlete Flight Nights and schedules guest speakers9. Oversees and monitors study hall participation10. May hire, train, and supervise student tutors and/or assigned staff11. Manages work schedules and payroll approval for student assistants and tutors12. Schedules tutors through tutoring software and communicates with department advisors on all tutoring-related issues13. Serves as a contact for service tickets and compiles and edits the end-of-term academic summary report14. Maintains social media accounts and manages the office calendar15. Handles data entry, phone, and email communication16. Provides office and event planning support to the department
Job Summary
Plans and implements program initiatives for the assigned college, department, and/or unit. Participates in the generation of program resources, communication, design and development of operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point for program implementation and operational matters. Provides technical, professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Develops, plans and coordinates the implementation and execution of programs, special projects, events and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the assigned program(s) and/or department(s)2. Oversees and administers all facets and activities related to day-to-day operations of the assigned program(s) and/or departments3. Serves as liaison with internal and external clients on all matters relating to program and/or department activities4. Provides, administers and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus5. Assists with forecast projections and budget for each fiscal year and evaluates progress towards financial goals and may be responsible for the program or departments purchasing card (PCard)6. Prepares and delivers presentations and collateral for program and/or department and events7. Coordinates and administers the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data, prepares comprehensive program reports and evaluation summaries8. May coordinate, administer and monitor social media presence and program outreach9. May supervise and/or lead assigned staff and/or students assistants
Required Qualifications
Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
Required ExperienceOne (1) years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred ExperiencePrevious experience with program development and coordinationPrevious experience in higher education
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIESAble to devise, develop, collect and analyze statistical information and reportsAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlinesAbility to make administrative and/or procedural decisions and judgments
KNOWLEDGEDemonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus
SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skillsProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:Knowledge of how tutoring and academic support programs function,
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will not be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Standard EnhancedEducation
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf