Job location: Boca Raton

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-07-06
Req: REQ10471
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Position Summary:

The College of Social Work & Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to engaging communities underrepresented in higher education. Florida Atlantic University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the diverse internal and external communities that it serves.

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Associate Director of Operations and Community Engagement, Boca Raton, FL.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

Summary of Responsibilities Include:

• Serves as a principal associate with assigned responsibilities to the Director of the School.
• Serves as the associate management administrator interacting with the University Community on all aspects related to school’s budget and academic operations as well as for centers and programs.
• Assists with the department budget preparation process, from its development through implementation and reconciliation, including administrative activities and financial functions for E&G funds, Foundation accounts, Auxiliary accounts in the Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work. Reconciles school accounts on a monthly basis and reports financial activity to Director and Business Managers.
• Responsible for assigned administrative duties including academic departmental scheduling and coordination of classroom management.
• Makes recommendations for the development of administrative practices and procedures for all programs and Centers in the school.
• Provides support to other academic program and centers coordinators in the on-going monitoring and operation of the school ensuring compliance with University and department policy and procedures and in compliance with legally mandated provisions.
• Has opportunities for teaching academic courses, as assigned by the Director.
• Serves as community engagement manager for the School, including coordination of special events; supporting the alumni committee in building and maintaining relationships with BSW, MSW, DSW alumni; supporting faculty in building and maintaining relationships with field placement agencies; serving on the Community Advisory Board; managing social media and email communication with community partners. Manages community engagement-related technology processes to support organizational customer relationship culture, related to special events and community engagement activities. Includes sharing data to inform development of engagement strategies.
• Coordinates all aspects of the Office of Professional Development, including program development, contract negotiation with facilitators and agencies, marketing, and course administration. Serves as liaison with community partners and Professional Development Advisory Board. Oversees the two certificate programs associated with Office, and manages the development of two additional certificates, include a trauma certificate and leadership certificate. Chairs School committee associated with the Office.
• In partnership with the committee chair and College Director of Communications, coordinates all aspects of the Robin Rubin Center for Happiness and Life Enhancement, including program development, volunteer recruitment and onboarding, marketing, event administration, participation with the programming committee.
• Cultivates relationships across diverse communities to support the Mission of the School and its associated Centers, including regularly facilitating meetings with community members and interested collaborators.
• Evaluates programming in the various Centers, in conjunction with committee members, to assess necessary changes and inform future programming.
• Attends school’s faculty meetings and other important academic events in the school as requested by the Director.
• Serves as essential personnel, as needed, for special events and school related activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

MSW degree from an accredited institution and four years of appropriate work experience required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential to success in this position.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.

Must also have excellent customer service, organizational and time management skills.

Salary:

$60,000 - $65,000

College or Department:

College of Social Work & Criminal Justice

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 to 5:00 with weekends and evenings as necessary.

Application Deadline:

2021-07-20-07:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents may result in disqualification.

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.