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Academic Affairs Coordinator

Engineering Academic Affairs & Assessment

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College of Engineering: The College of Engineering, formed on July 1, 2012, is building a vibrant academic environment that fosters engineering education in a liberal arts environment and research that addresses critical societal needs. The College offers eight accredited undergraduate and seven graduate engineering degree programs spanning all engineering fields. The college has grown rapidly to more than 2,400 undergraduate and graduate students and over 80 faculty members. More information can be found at www.engineering.uga.edu.

www.engineering.uga.edu

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Monday – Friday 8:00am-5pm

$40,000-$45,000

10/19/2020

Yes

12/01/2020

Application review will begin immediately and performed on a continuous basis. Applications received by October 31, 2020 will be given full consideration.

Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Academic Services Paraprofessional/Professional

Non-Exempt

Student Services

1.00

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

• 1 or more years of experience in data analytics and/or survey design
• Experience in presenting technical information to a non-technical audience
• Experience dealing with large data sets
• Experience with statistical programing languages or packages such as Python, R, Java, C++, or VBA.

The Academic Affairs Coordinator will provide support and assistance in carrying out the routine functions of the Academic Affairs Office in the College of Engineering. Job functions include coordinating the accreditation and assessment process for the college, conduct various internal and external surveys for data collection, assist in analyzing data, provide assistance in managing the faculty promotion and tenure process, and other related administrative support as necessary. The Academic Affairs Coordinator will report to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the college. The position may involve supervision of student workers and/or other support personnel as necessary.

Excellent analytical skills are used for collection and analysis of vast data sets. Problem solving and teamwork skills are a plus. Knowledge of accreditation and assessment processes in higher education institution is a plus. Competency in survey and data analytics platforms is desirable. Proficiency in WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT and OUTLOOK. Excellent oral and written communication skills, organization, time management and teamwork skills are necessary.

While performing duties of this job, the employee is expected to spend many hours a day sitting in front of a computer, the employee will stand; walk; travel between buildings in the campus to attend meetings, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, use close, distant and peripheral vision. Position may include occasional out of town travel.

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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Support Accreditation and Assessment

• Responsibilities include assisting the college faculty and the Associate Dean in coordinating the accreditation and assessment functions in the college for a variety of accreditation boards including ABET, SACSCOC as well as for internal assessment projects. Tasks may include compilation, organization and tracking of historical academic records, learning and understanding of various accreditation requirements. Uses communication with the faculty and department chairs on a regular basis and working with the university’s assessment office.

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Data Collection, Surveys, Analysis and Reports

• Responsibilities include collecting and managing various surveys that are conducted by the college for various purposes, assist in collecting and analyzing data for various academic functions, assist in completion of ASEE and US NEWS surveys for the college. Functions may include data analysis, producing graph, and report generation. Uses good analytical skills and experience with excel and online survey tools.

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Promotion, Tenure and Appointments

• Responsibilities include provide administrative assistance to the Associate Dean for handling faculty promotion, tenure and adjunct appointments, by scheduling meetings, organizing files, sending reminders etc. Uses good organization and communication skills

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Other Academic Affairs Functions

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor on an ongoing basis. Functions may include assistance to graduate and undergraduate programs as needs evolve. Responsibilities are subject to revision annually depending on the changing needs of the college.

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