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via MathPrograms.org
posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
The Cryptography Boot Camp NSF-REU is a fast-paced preparatory program focused on the fundamentals of modern mathematical cryptography.
The program is six weeks long, and will run from June 5 - July 15, 2023. It will be held at the University of Kansas (KU) in beautiful Lawrence, Kansas...
Participants will learn to implement algorithms through computer programming, collaboratively complete a research project, and attend professional development
The Cryptography Boot Camp NSF-REU is a fast-paced preparatory program focused on the fundamentals of modern mathematical cryptography.
The program is six weeks long, and will run from June 5 - July 15, 2023. It will be held at the University of Kansas (KU) in beautiful Lawrence, Kansas...
Participants will learn to implement algorithms through computer programming, collaboratively complete a research project, and attend professional development sessions on graduate school and industry careers such as data science.
Campus lodging, funds for traveling to and from KU, and a stipend will be provided to each participant.
Participants are required to have successfully completed an undergraduate linear algebra course. In addition, participants must be US citizens or US permanent residents, due to a requirement of the NSF.
The application should include (at least one) reference letter, an unofficial transcript, and a 1-page personal statement summarizing your mathematical experience, and your interest in your program, including its potential impact on your future goals.
Our program aims to foster a diverse community, and we strongly encourage applications from students from underrepresented groups in STEM.
For questions, please contact Emily Witt at witt@ku.edu Show more details...
The program is six weeks long, and will run from June 5 - July 15, 2023. It will be held at the University of Kansas (KU) in beautiful Lawrence, Kansas...
Participants will learn to implement algorithms through computer programming, collaboratively complete a research project, and attend professional development sessions on graduate school and industry careers such as data science.
Campus lodging, funds for traveling to and from KU, and a stipend will be provided to each participant.
Participants are required to have successfully completed an undergraduate linear algebra course. In addition, participants must be US citizens or US permanent residents, due to a requirement of the NSF.
The application should include (at least one) reference letter, an unofficial transcript, and a 1-page personal statement summarizing your mathematical experience, and your interest in your program, including its potential impact on your future goals.
Our program aims to foster a diverse community, and we strongly encourage applications from students from underrepresented groups in STEM.
For questions, please contact Emily Witt at witt@ku.edu Show more details...
via HigherEdJobs
posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
24545BR
College of Liberal Arts & Sci...
Position Overview
The Training and Assessment Coordinator serves in a key assessment role related to student standing in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and provides support for student success through analysis of policy and requirement information and orientation headquarters assistance. They are responsible for ongoing assessment of all undergraduate students in the College to determine good standing,
24545BR
College of Liberal Arts & Sci...
Position Overview
The Training and Assessment Coordinator serves in a key assessment role related to student standing in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and provides support for student success through analysis of policy and requirement information and orientation headquarters assistance. They are responsible for ongoing assessment of all undergraduate students in the College to determine good standing, probation, or academic dismissal from the College, as well as determination of all students eligible for the Dean's Honor Roll in the College. Additionally, they coordinate all campus partner training services for CUAS, working closely with internal colleagues as well as training participants. They are responsible for developing reports and providing data related to the above responsibilities to aid the assistant dean and the College in identifying trends and determining areas for targeted improvements.
Job Description
45% - Determines Academic Standing and Honor Roll Eligibility
Determines academic standing for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Conducts a detailed review of all College undergraduate students' academic standing and determines correct status, including dismissal, probation, notice, or good standing (~20,000 students per year).
• Communicates to all students to notify them of their current academic standing.
• Provides regular standing report to assistant dean, advisors and other campus partners regarding students' standing.
• Conducts monthly review to identify need for additional standing changes due to grade changes and other actions that impact student standing.
• Uploads academic standing at the end of every semester and after 20th day to capture readmitted students or students changing schools into the College.
• Communicates with the Office of the University Registrar to update standing throughout the year and drop schedules for dismissed students.
• Reviews, determines eligibility, and communicates decision for readmission/admission after dismissal applications, including students dismissed from professional schools, or otherwise not in good academic standing.
• Acts on student petitions related to exceptions to readmission and reinstatement policy.
• Trains new staff who work with College students on College academic standing policies and procedures.
• Conducts College academic standing workshops and informational sessions as needed.
• Places and removes College student enrollment holds related to academic standing.
Determines eligibility for College Dean's Honor Roll
• Conducts a detailed review of all College undergraduate students' academic records at the end of each fall and spring semester and determines eligibility for inclusion in that term's Dean's Honor Roll (~20,000 students per year).
• Communicates award to students who have earned Honor Roll each semester.
• Uploads award at the end of every semester to update student's record to reflect earned Honor Roll status.
5% - Enrollment Holds Management
• Following current policy and academic standing practices, places enrollment blocking holds on students' records who do not meet set criteria prior to main enrollment.
• Conducts assessment of student policy compliance and removes holds as criteria are met.
15% - Data Support
• Serves as a liaison with the College Data Team regarding reports for the unit.
• Provides data and creates comparison reports related to CUAS initiatives or other reports as needed for assistant dean.
15% - Training Coordinator
• Working closely with CUAS colleagues and assistant dean, coordinates the addition and maintenance of all training related materials for CUAS trainings for new CUAS staff, College faculty leaders, new College administrative staff, and academic advisors.
• Conducts semesterly outreach to determine training needs of campus partner units (College departments, JAA).
• Schedules training sessions and coordinates with CUAS staff to secure presenters and manage content.
5% - Orientation Headquarters Academic Support
• Serves as troubleshooting expert in New Student Orientation Headquarters to assist advisors across campus in resolving advising/enrollment issues during all advising sessions.
5% - Requirements Review in Academic Catalog
• Conducts annual review of CLAS undergraduate catalog content to ensure accuracy and comprehensive inclusion of key information related to College policy and procedures.
• Conducts annual comparison review between catalog requirements and DPR programming to identify any discrepancies.
• Follows up on any discrepancies to initiate corrections that bring both information sources into alignment with each other.
5% - Website Maintenance Content Support
• Conducts routine review of website content to ensure accuracy and comprehensive inclusion of key information related to unit services and referral resources.
• Initiates updates to website with website manager, especially related to change in policy or other governance action.
5% - Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's Degree with three years' experience, OR a Master's degree with one-year experience.
2. One-year minimum of work experience that demonstrates ability to perform detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
3. Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills, and high level of attention to detail as evidenced by experience and application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Comprehensive knowledge of KU and the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences' requirements, policies, and procedures.
2. Demonstrated experience with and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as evidenced by application materials.
3. Demonstrated experience with relevant computerized student information and communication systems, including but not limited to, Excel, Access, and Tableau or other spreadsheet, database, visual analytics software.
Contact Information to Applicants
Karen Ledom
785-864-3500
kjh@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
Please include with application: cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
To ensure consideration, please apply by the application deadline date of March 19, 2023.
Advertised Salary Range: Minimum $45,000
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-20T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-04-10T00:00:00Z
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8-5
Job Family
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Assocaite Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
College of Liberal Arts & Sci...
Position Overview
The Training and Assessment Coordinator serves in a key assessment role related to student standing in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and provides support for student success through analysis of policy and requirement information and orientation headquarters assistance. They are responsible for ongoing assessment of all undergraduate students in the College to determine good standing, probation, or academic dismissal from the College, as well as determination of all students eligible for the Dean's Honor Roll in the College. Additionally, they coordinate all campus partner training services for CUAS, working closely with internal colleagues as well as training participants. They are responsible for developing reports and providing data related to the above responsibilities to aid the assistant dean and the College in identifying trends and determining areas for targeted improvements.
Job Description
45% - Determines Academic Standing and Honor Roll Eligibility
Determines academic standing for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Conducts a detailed review of all College undergraduate students' academic standing and determines correct status, including dismissal, probation, notice, or good standing (~20,000 students per year).
• Communicates to all students to notify them of their current academic standing.
• Provides regular standing report to assistant dean, advisors and other campus partners regarding students' standing.
• Conducts monthly review to identify need for additional standing changes due to grade changes and other actions that impact student standing.
• Uploads academic standing at the end of every semester and after 20th day to capture readmitted students or students changing schools into the College.
• Communicates with the Office of the University Registrar to update standing throughout the year and drop schedules for dismissed students.
• Reviews, determines eligibility, and communicates decision for readmission/admission after dismissal applications, including students dismissed from professional schools, or otherwise not in good academic standing.
• Acts on student petitions related to exceptions to readmission and reinstatement policy.
• Trains new staff who work with College students on College academic standing policies and procedures.
• Conducts College academic standing workshops and informational sessions as needed.
• Places and removes College student enrollment holds related to academic standing.
Determines eligibility for College Dean's Honor Roll
• Conducts a detailed review of all College undergraduate students' academic records at the end of each fall and spring semester and determines eligibility for inclusion in that term's Dean's Honor Roll (~20,000 students per year).
• Communicates award to students who have earned Honor Roll each semester.
• Uploads award at the end of every semester to update student's record to reflect earned Honor Roll status.
5% - Enrollment Holds Management
• Following current policy and academic standing practices, places enrollment blocking holds on students' records who do not meet set criteria prior to main enrollment.
• Conducts assessment of student policy compliance and removes holds as criteria are met.
15% - Data Support
• Serves as a liaison with the College Data Team regarding reports for the unit.
• Provides data and creates comparison reports related to CUAS initiatives or other reports as needed for assistant dean.
15% - Training Coordinator
• Working closely with CUAS colleagues and assistant dean, coordinates the addition and maintenance of all training related materials for CUAS trainings for new CUAS staff, College faculty leaders, new College administrative staff, and academic advisors.
• Conducts semesterly outreach to determine training needs of campus partner units (College departments, JAA).
• Schedules training sessions and coordinates with CUAS staff to secure presenters and manage content.
5% - Orientation Headquarters Academic Support
• Serves as troubleshooting expert in New Student Orientation Headquarters to assist advisors across campus in resolving advising/enrollment issues during all advising sessions.
5% - Requirements Review in Academic Catalog
• Conducts annual review of CLAS undergraduate catalog content to ensure accuracy and comprehensive inclusion of key information related to College policy and procedures.
• Conducts annual comparison review between catalog requirements and DPR programming to identify any discrepancies.
• Follows up on any discrepancies to initiate corrections that bring both information sources into alignment with each other.
5% - Website Maintenance Content Support
• Conducts routine review of website content to ensure accuracy and comprehensive inclusion of key information related to unit services and referral resources.
• Initiates updates to website with website manager, especially related to change in policy or other governance action.
5% - Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's Degree with three years' experience, OR a Master's degree with one-year experience.
2. One-year minimum of work experience that demonstrates ability to perform detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
3. Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills, and high level of attention to detail as evidenced by experience and application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Comprehensive knowledge of KU and the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences' requirements, policies, and procedures.
2. Demonstrated experience with and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts as evidenced by application materials.
3. Demonstrated experience with relevant computerized student information and communication systems, including but not limited to, Excel, Access, and Tableau or other spreadsheet, database, visual analytics software.
Contact Information to Applicants
Karen Ledom
785-864-3500
kjh@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
Please include with application: cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
To ensure consideration, please apply by the application deadline date of March 19, 2023.
Advertised Salary Range: Minimum $45,000
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-20T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-04-10T00:00:00Z
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8-5
Job Family
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Assocaite Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
via Inside Higher Ed Careers
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position OverviewThe Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department at The University of Kansas is hiring for a Graduate Program Coordinator. This position will work closely with the Director of Graduate Studies and the Chair to continue the growth and success of the graduate programs in the department. The Graduate Program Coordinator will manage and review incoming applications, communicate... frequently with prospective students, and monitor the
Position OverviewThe Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department at The University of Kansas is hiring for a Graduate Program Coordinator. This position will work closely with the Director of Graduate Studies and the Chair to continue the growth and success of the graduate programs in the department. The Graduate Program Coordinator will manage and review incoming applications, communicate... frequently with prospective students, and monitor the progress of graduate students as they fulfill degree requirements.
The Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (CPE) Department is a large academic department in the School of Engineering with undergraduate and graduate programs in both chemical and petroleum engineering. CPE is conducting pioneering research sponsored by industry as well as federal and state grants. For more information about CPE, visit www.cpe.ku.edu.
Job Description35% Admissions and Recruiting:
• Attend trainings and stay current on the use of all university systems/technology related to tracking and collecting documents for prospective students, setting up and managing recruiting campaigns, and managing the admissions cycles.
• Work directly with the graduate studies office and the department graduate director regarding general correspondence with prospective students by federal mail, electronic mail, telephone, and social media when applicable regarding required application procedures and admissions deadlines.
• Manage and review all incoming applications, communicate incomplete items with applicants, and upload documents received by mail or email. Manage admissions database and application summary documents for the admission committee.
• Work with the Graduate Director to schedule admissions meetings.
• Process all admissions, denials, deferrals, and other admissions decisions as directed by Graduate Director and committee. Help compose offer letters for final approval and communicate offers to students.
• Assist with scholarship and fellowship nominations.
• Help draft and distribute recruiting campaigns, including the annual name exchange program, and assist in the preparation of publicity and public relations materials for the graduate programs, including updating information on the graduate admissions page on the website.
• Organize local recruiting events and/or attend regional career fairs as directed by the Graduate Director. Travel to off-campus recruiting events as decided in coordination with the program Directors and Research and Grad Programs.
• Organize the annual Hospitality Suite at AIChE. Create and distribute flyers for the event, promotional materials, and order catering. Order and maintain all recruiting gear, such as giveaways, posters, pamphlets, handouts, signup cards, etc. Manage post-event communications.
• Each spring, work with the School of Engineering and the Self Graduate Fellowship office to coordinate prospective graduate student visitation day, arrange travel, and schedule meetings with faculty members, tours of campus and research labs, and meals.
• Recruit and oversee volunteers from current student body to assist incoming students with any necessary details of arrival and enrollment.
• Facilitate new graduate student orientation before the start of the fall and spring semesters.
• Work with the Graduate Director to prepare applications for obtaining funds to enhance the recruitment budget: e.g., SELF Graduate Fellowship Recruitment fund, and Graduate Students Scholarships.
35% Monitoring Student Progress:
• Attend trainings and stay current on student progress related software at the department, school, and university levels.
• Create and maintain all files and records for current graduate students physically and electronically.
• Monitor each graduate student’s progress with respect to their degree requirements (MS & Ph.D., Plans of Study, PtD forms, creating/posting exam flyers, etc.).
• Communicate as needed with students, graduate admissions, student advisors, and the school of engineering research and graduate programs staff in all matters related to graduate students and programs, including activities, procedures, policies, deadlines, and probation and dismissal decisions.
• Process related paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Update internal Progress to Degree files and manage electronic archived files.
• Update the Graduate Program Manual annually and distribute it to new students at spring and fall orientation.
• Analyze retention data and organize retention related events and workshops in coordination with the Graduate Director and the School of Engineering.
• Work with the Graduate Director on assessments related to the graduate programs in the department.
• Work with Graduate Director to identify students for different university level awards.
• Work with the Department Awards Committee to collect and upload graduate student packages for consideration for department graduate awards.
15% GTA/GRA contracts:
• Work with students, faculty, and department staff in preparing 3G (GRA/GTA/GA) payroll appointment forms for newly admitted and continuing students and manage students’ sponsored tuition and staff rate forms submission each semester. Communicate with faculty on source of funding and maintain related records.
• Process GRA appointment paperwork for new Self Graduate Fellowship awards and forward to the Self Graduate Fellowship Program as needed.
• Assist international students in applying for SSN#, communicate contract requirements such as the new GTA conference, and work with the SSC to ensure on-time payment for students.
• Monitor student records to ensure all students meet the admission/appointment/enrollment requirements and communicate GTA English requirements to non-native English speakers.
• Assist the Graduate Director in assigning GTA positions and communicate assignments to both students and instructors of records.
• Maintain GTA evaluations and communicate unsatisfactory evaluations to central HR as needed.
10% Seminar:
• Work with the faculty coordinator and the Graduate Director to organize the C&PE 800: Graduate Seminar schedule each fall and spring.
• Coordinate speaker visits, including assisting in making travel arrangements for external speakers, organizing itineraries, creating and distributing announcement flyers, posting abstracts on the course and department website, emailing reminders to students and faculty, collecting and filing all reimbursement receipts with the ETE-SSC financial specialist, sending post-contact emails to external speakers to ensure they have turned in all their receipts and paperwork, and tracking to make sure speakers are reimbursed in a timely manner.
• Help organize workshops and trainings for seminar weeks without an external speaker.
5% Meetings and Other Duties as Assigned:
• Attend meetings and seminars presented by the graduate school, school of engineering, or other KU departments to maintain knowledge of the graduate admission standards and enrollment/appointment requirements for domestic and international students.
• Work closely with International Student Services and the Applied English Center as needed to ensure that international students meet all admission/appointment/enrollment requirements. Maintain email distribution lists for graduate students and seminar notification.
• Work with Graduate Director to coordinate graduate student office space and mailbox assignments and organize graduate student related committee meetings as required by the Graduate Director.
• Work on special projects or other duties related to graduate students and programs as assigned by the Graduate Director or Chair.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and 3-years of relevant experience OR Master’s Degree.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as evidenced by application materials and interview.
• Minimum of one year experience with Windows/Microsoft Office computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience working independently as evidenced by application materials and work history.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Slate or similar software for admissions and enrollment management.
• Experience with Perceptive Content/Image Now Software.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Concur travel system.
• Experience working in a university environment.
• Experience working with faculty and researchers in a highly technical environment.
Additional Candidate InstructionsOnly complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete application includes an online application form, resume, cover letter, names, and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin March 6, 2023 and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to ApplicantsPrajna Dhar, prajnadhar@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range$43,000 Work ScheduleM – F; 8 - 5 (40 hours) Application Review Begins06-Mar-2023 Anticipated Start Date20-Mar-2023 Show more details...
The Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (CPE) Department is a large academic department in the School of Engineering with undergraduate and graduate programs in both chemical and petroleum engineering. CPE is conducting pioneering research sponsored by industry as well as federal and state grants. For more information about CPE, visit www.cpe.ku.edu.
Job Description35% Admissions and Recruiting:
• Attend trainings and stay current on the use of all university systems/technology related to tracking and collecting documents for prospective students, setting up and managing recruiting campaigns, and managing the admissions cycles.
• Work directly with the graduate studies office and the department graduate director regarding general correspondence with prospective students by federal mail, electronic mail, telephone, and social media when applicable regarding required application procedures and admissions deadlines.
• Manage and review all incoming applications, communicate incomplete items with applicants, and upload documents received by mail or email. Manage admissions database and application summary documents for the admission committee.
• Work with the Graduate Director to schedule admissions meetings.
• Process all admissions, denials, deferrals, and other admissions decisions as directed by Graduate Director and committee. Help compose offer letters for final approval and communicate offers to students.
• Assist with scholarship and fellowship nominations.
• Help draft and distribute recruiting campaigns, including the annual name exchange program, and assist in the preparation of publicity and public relations materials for the graduate programs, including updating information on the graduate admissions page on the website.
• Organize local recruiting events and/or attend regional career fairs as directed by the Graduate Director. Travel to off-campus recruiting events as decided in coordination with the program Directors and Research and Grad Programs.
• Organize the annual Hospitality Suite at AIChE. Create and distribute flyers for the event, promotional materials, and order catering. Order and maintain all recruiting gear, such as giveaways, posters, pamphlets, handouts, signup cards, etc. Manage post-event communications.
• Each spring, work with the School of Engineering and the Self Graduate Fellowship office to coordinate prospective graduate student visitation day, arrange travel, and schedule meetings with faculty members, tours of campus and research labs, and meals.
• Recruit and oversee volunteers from current student body to assist incoming students with any necessary details of arrival and enrollment.
• Facilitate new graduate student orientation before the start of the fall and spring semesters.
• Work with the Graduate Director to prepare applications for obtaining funds to enhance the recruitment budget: e.g., SELF Graduate Fellowship Recruitment fund, and Graduate Students Scholarships.
35% Monitoring Student Progress:
• Attend trainings and stay current on student progress related software at the department, school, and university levels.
• Create and maintain all files and records for current graduate students physically and electronically.
• Monitor each graduate student’s progress with respect to their degree requirements (MS & Ph.D., Plans of Study, PtD forms, creating/posting exam flyers, etc.).
• Communicate as needed with students, graduate admissions, student advisors, and the school of engineering research and graduate programs staff in all matters related to graduate students and programs, including activities, procedures, policies, deadlines, and probation and dismissal decisions.
• Process related paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Update internal Progress to Degree files and manage electronic archived files.
• Update the Graduate Program Manual annually and distribute it to new students at spring and fall orientation.
• Analyze retention data and organize retention related events and workshops in coordination with the Graduate Director and the School of Engineering.
• Work with the Graduate Director on assessments related to the graduate programs in the department.
• Work with Graduate Director to identify students for different university level awards.
• Work with the Department Awards Committee to collect and upload graduate student packages for consideration for department graduate awards.
15% GTA/GRA contracts:
• Work with students, faculty, and department staff in preparing 3G (GRA/GTA/GA) payroll appointment forms for newly admitted and continuing students and manage students’ sponsored tuition and staff rate forms submission each semester. Communicate with faculty on source of funding and maintain related records.
• Process GRA appointment paperwork for new Self Graduate Fellowship awards and forward to the Self Graduate Fellowship Program as needed.
• Assist international students in applying for SSN#, communicate contract requirements such as the new GTA conference, and work with the SSC to ensure on-time payment for students.
• Monitor student records to ensure all students meet the admission/appointment/enrollment requirements and communicate GTA English requirements to non-native English speakers.
• Assist the Graduate Director in assigning GTA positions and communicate assignments to both students and instructors of records.
• Maintain GTA evaluations and communicate unsatisfactory evaluations to central HR as needed.
10% Seminar:
• Work with the faculty coordinator and the Graduate Director to organize the C&PE 800: Graduate Seminar schedule each fall and spring.
• Coordinate speaker visits, including assisting in making travel arrangements for external speakers, organizing itineraries, creating and distributing announcement flyers, posting abstracts on the course and department website, emailing reminders to students and faculty, collecting and filing all reimbursement receipts with the ETE-SSC financial specialist, sending post-contact emails to external speakers to ensure they have turned in all their receipts and paperwork, and tracking to make sure speakers are reimbursed in a timely manner.
• Help organize workshops and trainings for seminar weeks without an external speaker.
5% Meetings and Other Duties as Assigned:
• Attend meetings and seminars presented by the graduate school, school of engineering, or other KU departments to maintain knowledge of the graduate admission standards and enrollment/appointment requirements for domestic and international students.
• Work closely with International Student Services and the Applied English Center as needed to ensure that international students meet all admission/appointment/enrollment requirements. Maintain email distribution lists for graduate students and seminar notification.
• Work with Graduate Director to coordinate graduate student office space and mailbox assignments and organize graduate student related committee meetings as required by the Graduate Director.
• Work on special projects or other duties related to graduate students and programs as assigned by the Graduate Director or Chair.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and 3-years of relevant experience OR Master’s Degree.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as evidenced by application materials and interview.
• Minimum of one year experience with Windows/Microsoft Office computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience working independently as evidenced by application materials and work history.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Slate or similar software for admissions and enrollment management.
• Experience with Perceptive Content/Image Now Software.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Concur travel system.
• Experience working in a university environment.
• Experience working with faculty and researchers in a highly technical environment.
Additional Candidate InstructionsOnly complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete application includes an online application form, resume, cover letter, names, and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin March 6, 2023 and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to ApplicantsPrajna Dhar, prajnadhar@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range$43,000 Work ScheduleM – F; 8 - 5 (40 hours) Application Review Begins06-Mar-2023 Anticipated Start Date20-Mar-2023 Show more details...
via HigherEdJobs
posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
24431BR
Edwards Campus...
Position Overview
Program Overview:
The Engineering Management Program at the University of Kansas (KU) is housed in the School of Professional Studies, which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park, Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater Kansas City professional community. The campus now offers more
24431BR
Edwards Campus...
Position Overview
Program Overview:
The Engineering Management Program at the University of Kansas (KU) is housed in the School of Professional Studies, which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park, Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater Kansas City professional community. The campus now offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates with classes geared toward working professionals, available in the evening, online and in-person.
The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students' lives and improve communities through innovative, student-focused, and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines, course formats, class schedules, student services, aid, and more to meet the needs of diverse students who may work full-time, have considerable commitments outside of the classroom, have prior college-level education or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of non-traditional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment, providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.
KU offers a Master of Science in Engineering Management and the Foundations of Engineering Management Graduate Certificate through SPS. Details regarding the curriculum can be found here: On-campus and Online Master's Degree in Engineering Management and Certificate in Foundations of Engineering Management | Edwards Campus (ku.edu).
Position Overview:
The Director - Engineering Management Programs/Professor of the Practice is both an Administrative and Teaching position. The Asst/Assoc/Professor of the Practice portion serves a 3-year limited term, that may be renewed pending comprehensive evaluation. The director serves as the program director for the Master's program in Engineering Management (EMGT) and its associated graduate certificate program within SPS. The program director will work closely with KUEC and SPS administration and faculty to provide strategic direction for these academic programs.
Responsibilities include managing course development and design (including course transitioning and development of new online and hybrid courses), delivering classroom and online instruction, and providing academic support for these programs, related long-term curriculum development, student recruitment and admission, student retention, supervision of faculty, program budgets, program quality and assessment, community outreach, and alumni development. In addition, the program leader provides an important link to other programs at the campus with similar content knowledge.
In a continuing effort to enrich the academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, KU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment.
KU Benefits:
KU offers an array of benefits to assist employees with their health, life, retirement, and other needs. Details regarding benefits can be found here: Benefits
Job Description
Teaching - 50%Teach five courses per calendar year in engineering management at the Edwards Campus or online. Teaching responsibilities include: curriculum development, instructional design, classroom management, grading and teaching improvement in relation to student and colleague feedback. Faculty are responsible for keeping curriculum up-to-date and engaging with external organizations to ensure relevance to a variety of workplace needs. In addition to the regular class teaching schedule, it is expected that transitioning courses to online, hybrid and different length formats as needed will be part of the position. Adhere to program, School, and University policies.
Program Leadership - 40%
- Program Coordination: Provides leadership for program administration
• Course Scheduling: Coordinates the development of the course schedules with Edwards Campus student needs in mind. Promotes best practice in course scheduling with student feedback. The program leader will collaborate with other program and unit leaders to support the development and integration of communication curriculum and student competency development into other academic and continuing education programs. Develops a two- or three-year course rotation plan.
• Course Staffing: Develops plans for staffing of the courses to be taught with the appropriate mix of faculty (tenure-track, professor of the practice, teaching professor, lecturer).
• Program Budgets: Works with KUEC and SPS administration to develop and manage the budget for the EMGT program.
• Program Records and Reports: In conjunction with KUEC and SPS administration, responsible for the management and maintenance of all program records, and preparation of reports in accordance with School and University procedures and policies.
• The program director should be receptive to questions, complaints, grievances, and suggestions from the members of the program, both academic and staff personnel, and from students. The program director has the responsibility to take appropriate actions as required and in accordance with the policies and rules of the School and University.
- Program Supervision:
• Develop mechanisms to receive constant feedback from the relevant constituencies, including the creation of an advisory board and participation in professional meetings to ensure the continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student and workforce needs.
• Manages searches, appointments, compensations, evaluations, reviews, teaching assignments, professional development, promotions, merit raises, and dismissals.
• Provides mentoring and leadership for faculty, particularly those seeking promotion.
- Curriculum Development/Management and Instructional Oversight:
• Develop mechanisms to receive constant feedback from the relevant constituencies, including the creation of an advisory board and participation in professional meetings to ensure the continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student and workforce needs.
• Identify program goals for students in appropriate language for marketing.
• Work with faculty, staff, and the KU Center for Online and Distance Learning to transition/maintain courses for online delivery. Continuously monitor online course offerings to ensure content remains relevant and refreshed on a regular basis.
- Recruitment: Oversees student recruitment activities
• Defines recruitment messages for the program and audiences; collaborates with campus marketing to maintain and regularly update web content, market program-specific events.
• Determines enrollment goals in and tracks data in relation to these goals.
• Participates in the development of recruitment plans.
• Participates in recruitment and orientation activities coordinated by the recruiter/advisor and Edward Campus staff.
• Identifies and participates in community engagement activities - partner with campus business development team and local community leaders to build program awareness in the community through presentations and panel participations with local professional associations, chambers of commerce, and specific business, government and non-profit organizations related to one's academic program.
- Student Career-Related Advising: Defines professional career path advising and works with KU Career Center and Edwards Campus staff to provide career services to student.
• Provides mentoring for students on career and educational choices
• Advises students on job hunting and professional networking
- Program Quality and Assessment: Ensures curriculum and teaching pedagogy meets workforce and student needs.
• Collaborates with Edwards Campus faculty governance and the Academic & Faculty Support Center to deliver Edwards Campus based teaching improvement programs.
• Ensures that teaching provides students both theory and practical exposure to the discipline, including guest speakers, service learning, internships, etc.
• Oversees the development of initial program curriculum given market research and competitor analysis. Ensures continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student needs.
• Develops mechanisms to receive consistent feedback from the relevant professional communities in the Kansas City metro area, including advisory board and participation in professional associations.
• Oversees elective approvals
• Conduct annual program reviews and develop/manage formal assessment mechanisms to ensure program coherence and full compliance with guidelines and policies of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR), and industry accreditation authorities.
• Manage accreditations of PMGT programs, as applicable.
Service - 10%
- Serves as a member of the Edwards Campus Academic Program Leadership Team.
• Contributes to the service mission of the university.
• Participates regularly in the Edwards Campus Academic Leadership Council
• Performs community related service as it relates to recruitment and Edwards Campus and program outreach efforts.
Required Qualifications
• Minimum Master's Degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Technology Management, or its equivalent in a closely related field
• Demonstrated record of academic teaching excellence in Engineering Management, or closely related field
• Years of related experience in engineering management required for each rank:
• Assistant Professor of the Practice: 3-5 years
• Associate Professor of the Practice 5-15 years
• Professor of the Practice: 15+ years
• Excellence in written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials
• Minimum of three (3) years leadership experience as demonstrated in application materials
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctorate Degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Technology Management, Higher Education Administration, or closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of escalating leadership roles and responsibilities
• Certified Professional Engineering Management (CPEM) certification through the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM), or similar engineering management-related certification
• Demonstrated experience in online teaching and course design in an academic environment
• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning
Contact Information to Applicants
John Bricklemyer
jtbrick@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Names and contact information for three professional references
In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application. The response must be within 4,000 characters or less:
• Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds, and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application review begins Monday, March 27, 2023 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2023.
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-27T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Position Number: 00005646
Primary Campus
Univ of Kansas Edwards Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
Limited Term End Date
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z
Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Employee Class: F-Faculty
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
Edwards Campus...
Position Overview
Program Overview:
The Engineering Management Program at the University of Kansas (KU) is housed in the School of Professional Studies, which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park, Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater Kansas City professional community. The campus now offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates with classes geared toward working professionals, available in the evening, online and in-person.
The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students' lives and improve communities through innovative, student-focused, and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines, course formats, class schedules, student services, aid, and more to meet the needs of diverse students who may work full-time, have considerable commitments outside of the classroom, have prior college-level education or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of non-traditional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment, providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.
KU offers a Master of Science in Engineering Management and the Foundations of Engineering Management Graduate Certificate through SPS. Details regarding the curriculum can be found here: On-campus and Online Master's Degree in Engineering Management and Certificate in Foundations of Engineering Management | Edwards Campus (ku.edu).
Position Overview:
The Director - Engineering Management Programs/Professor of the Practice is both an Administrative and Teaching position. The Asst/Assoc/Professor of the Practice portion serves a 3-year limited term, that may be renewed pending comprehensive evaluation. The director serves as the program director for the Master's program in Engineering Management (EMGT) and its associated graduate certificate program within SPS. The program director will work closely with KUEC and SPS administration and faculty to provide strategic direction for these academic programs.
Responsibilities include managing course development and design (including course transitioning and development of new online and hybrid courses), delivering classroom and online instruction, and providing academic support for these programs, related long-term curriculum development, student recruitment and admission, student retention, supervision of faculty, program budgets, program quality and assessment, community outreach, and alumni development. In addition, the program leader provides an important link to other programs at the campus with similar content knowledge.
In a continuing effort to enrich the academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, KU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment.
KU Benefits:
KU offers an array of benefits to assist employees with their health, life, retirement, and other needs. Details regarding benefits can be found here: Benefits
Job Description
Teaching - 50%Teach five courses per calendar year in engineering management at the Edwards Campus or online. Teaching responsibilities include: curriculum development, instructional design, classroom management, grading and teaching improvement in relation to student and colleague feedback. Faculty are responsible for keeping curriculum up-to-date and engaging with external organizations to ensure relevance to a variety of workplace needs. In addition to the regular class teaching schedule, it is expected that transitioning courses to online, hybrid and different length formats as needed will be part of the position. Adhere to program, School, and University policies.
Program Leadership - 40%
- Program Coordination: Provides leadership for program administration
• Course Scheduling: Coordinates the development of the course schedules with Edwards Campus student needs in mind. Promotes best practice in course scheduling with student feedback. The program leader will collaborate with other program and unit leaders to support the development and integration of communication curriculum and student competency development into other academic and continuing education programs. Develops a two- or three-year course rotation plan.
• Course Staffing: Develops plans for staffing of the courses to be taught with the appropriate mix of faculty (tenure-track, professor of the practice, teaching professor, lecturer).
• Program Budgets: Works with KUEC and SPS administration to develop and manage the budget for the EMGT program.
• Program Records and Reports: In conjunction with KUEC and SPS administration, responsible for the management and maintenance of all program records, and preparation of reports in accordance with School and University procedures and policies.
• The program director should be receptive to questions, complaints, grievances, and suggestions from the members of the program, both academic and staff personnel, and from students. The program director has the responsibility to take appropriate actions as required and in accordance with the policies and rules of the School and University.
- Program Supervision:
• Develop mechanisms to receive constant feedback from the relevant constituencies, including the creation of an advisory board and participation in professional meetings to ensure the continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student and workforce needs.
• Manages searches, appointments, compensations, evaluations, reviews, teaching assignments, professional development, promotions, merit raises, and dismissals.
• Provides mentoring and leadership for faculty, particularly those seeking promotion.
- Curriculum Development/Management and Instructional Oversight:
• Develop mechanisms to receive constant feedback from the relevant constituencies, including the creation of an advisory board and participation in professional meetings to ensure the continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student and workforce needs.
• Identify program goals for students in appropriate language for marketing.
• Work with faculty, staff, and the KU Center for Online and Distance Learning to transition/maintain courses for online delivery. Continuously monitor online course offerings to ensure content remains relevant and refreshed on a regular basis.
- Recruitment: Oversees student recruitment activities
• Defines recruitment messages for the program and audiences; collaborates with campus marketing to maintain and regularly update web content, market program-specific events.
• Determines enrollment goals in and tracks data in relation to these goals.
• Participates in the development of recruitment plans.
• Participates in recruitment and orientation activities coordinated by the recruiter/advisor and Edward Campus staff.
• Identifies and participates in community engagement activities - partner with campus business development team and local community leaders to build program awareness in the community through presentations and panel participations with local professional associations, chambers of commerce, and specific business, government and non-profit organizations related to one's academic program.
- Student Career-Related Advising: Defines professional career path advising and works with KU Career Center and Edwards Campus staff to provide career services to student.
• Provides mentoring for students on career and educational choices
• Advises students on job hunting and professional networking
- Program Quality and Assessment: Ensures curriculum and teaching pedagogy meets workforce and student needs.
• Collaborates with Edwards Campus faculty governance and the Academic & Faculty Support Center to deliver Edwards Campus based teaching improvement programs.
• Ensures that teaching provides students both theory and practical exposure to the discipline, including guest speakers, service learning, internships, etc.
• Oversees the development of initial program curriculum given market research and competitor analysis. Ensures continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student needs.
• Develops mechanisms to receive consistent feedback from the relevant professional communities in the Kansas City metro area, including advisory board and participation in professional associations.
• Oversees elective approvals
• Conduct annual program reviews and develop/manage formal assessment mechanisms to ensure program coherence and full compliance with guidelines and policies of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR), and industry accreditation authorities.
• Manage accreditations of PMGT programs, as applicable.
Service - 10%
- Serves as a member of the Edwards Campus Academic Program Leadership Team.
• Contributes to the service mission of the university.
• Participates regularly in the Edwards Campus Academic Leadership Council
• Performs community related service as it relates to recruitment and Edwards Campus and program outreach efforts.
Required Qualifications
• Minimum Master's Degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Technology Management, or its equivalent in a closely related field
• Demonstrated record of academic teaching excellence in Engineering Management, or closely related field
• Years of related experience in engineering management required for each rank:
• Assistant Professor of the Practice: 3-5 years
• Associate Professor of the Practice 5-15 years
• Professor of the Practice: 15+ years
• Excellence in written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials
• Minimum of three (3) years leadership experience as demonstrated in application materials
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctorate Degree in Engineering Management, Engineering, Technology Management, Higher Education Administration, or closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of escalating leadership roles and responsibilities
• Certified Professional Engineering Management (CPEM) certification through the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM), or similar engineering management-related certification
• Demonstrated experience in online teaching and course design in an academic environment
• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning
Contact Information to Applicants
John Bricklemyer
jtbrick@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Names and contact information for three professional references
In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application. The response must be within 4,000 characters or less:
• Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds, and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application review begins Monday, March 27, 2023 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2023.
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-27T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Position Number: 00005646
Primary Campus
Univ of Kansas Edwards Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
Limited Term End Date
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z
Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Employee Class: F-Faculty
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
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posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Part-time
24539BR
Job Title...
Academic Services Coordinator - Part Time
Department:
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus:
Kansas City, Kansas
Job Description:
40% - Present subject matter and facilitate learning in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.
• Provide instruction or tutoring in developmental academic skills, particularly basic math and reading.
• Complete academic assessments for each participant to determine
24539BR
Job Title...
Academic Services Coordinator - Part Time
Department:
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus:
Kansas City, Kansas
Job Description:
40% - Present subject matter and facilitate learning in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.
• Provide instruction or tutoring in developmental academic skills, particularly basic math and reading.
• Complete academic assessments for each participant to determine academic needs.
• Develop a learning plan for each participant based on academic assessments, prior college work, and the Student Success Plan (SSP).
• Facilitate independent study (individualized instruction using computer assisted learning and other available resources).
• Adapt curriculum to individual student and project needs.
• Develop and maintain an academic support resource library for project participants.
• Develop and facilitate workshops on educational topics (i.e. study skills, testing, etc.)
• Be available (on a scheduled basis) to respond to student questions
30% - Maintain accurate records of participant activities and attendance.
• Develop Student Success Plan for each participant based on needed and requested services.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential client records.
• Monitor progress of project participants.
• Assist with maintaining the project's focus on achieving project objectives.
• Complete documentation using program software to ensure timely and accurate reporting of participant activity.
10% - Coordinate with VUB Advisors, Coordinators, and Director in implementing each participant's Student Success Plan.
10% - Assist with maintaining relationships with community partners and agencies.
5% - Assist the Veterans Upward Bound Director in evaluating program activities
5% - Other duties as assigned
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
24539BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Work Schedule:
Within normal business hours - Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Steven Mutz, stevemutz@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of related professional experience working in adult education or with low-income individuals/families, first-generation students or veterans.
• Excellent written skills as demonstrated by application materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite as evidenced by application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$22.59/hour
FTE:
0.5
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in teaching and motivating adult learners.
• Veteran status.
• Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues and problems experienced by veterans.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with target population, officials in postsecondary institutions, VA medical Centers/VA organizations, community agencies, community organizations, and community centers.
• Experience working independently and comply with program guidelines.
Position Overview:
The mission of the Center for Educational Opportunity Programs (CEOP) at the University of Kansas is to build a legacy of learners and leaders through a commitment to educational equity. The center houses federal TRIO and GEAR UP grants from the U.S. Department of Education, including the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program.
The purpose of VUB is to assist veterans in returning to post-secondary educational programs. The Academic Services Coordinator will coordinate the academic services that each VUB participant receives in addition to teaching college preparation and refresher courses for adults who are participating in courses and independent study. VUB provides instruction in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills. The Academic Services Coordinator provides instruction in one-to-one, small group, and workshop settings. Successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.
This position is based in Kansas City, KS. Candidates should reside within a reasonable distance to this area. Some travel within the five-county target area is also expected.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
2023-03-20T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date:
2023-04-10T00:00:00Z
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application consists of:
• Cover Letter outlining how your skills align with the position
• Resume
• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin on 03/20/23 and continues until a candidate is identified. To ensure first consideration, please apply by 03/20/23. Priority will be given to applications received by the first review date of 3/20/23.
Job Family:
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
Hybrid
Position Requirements:
This position serves participants in the Greater Kansas City area. The program office is located in Kansas City, KS, but the required duties may be completed from the office, at community partner locations, or remotely Show more details...
Job Title...
Academic Services Coordinator - Part Time
Department:
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus:
Kansas City, Kansas
Job Description:
40% - Present subject matter and facilitate learning in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.
• Provide instruction or tutoring in developmental academic skills, particularly basic math and reading.
• Complete academic assessments for each participant to determine academic needs.
• Develop a learning plan for each participant based on academic assessments, prior college work, and the Student Success Plan (SSP).
• Facilitate independent study (individualized instruction using computer assisted learning and other available resources).
• Adapt curriculum to individual student and project needs.
• Develop and maintain an academic support resource library for project participants.
• Develop and facilitate workshops on educational topics (i.e. study skills, testing, etc.)
• Be available (on a scheduled basis) to respond to student questions
30% - Maintain accurate records of participant activities and attendance.
• Develop Student Success Plan for each participant based on needed and requested services.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential client records.
• Monitor progress of project participants.
• Assist with maintaining the project's focus on achieving project objectives.
• Complete documentation using program software to ensure timely and accurate reporting of participant activity.
10% - Coordinate with VUB Advisors, Coordinators, and Director in implementing each participant's Student Success Plan.
10% - Assist with maintaining relationships with community partners and agencies.
5% - Assist the Veterans Upward Bound Director in evaluating program activities
5% - Other duties as assigned
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
24539BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Work Schedule:
Within normal business hours - Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Steven Mutz, stevemutz@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of related professional experience working in adult education or with low-income individuals/families, first-generation students or veterans.
• Excellent written skills as demonstrated by application materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite as evidenced by application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$22.59/hour
FTE:
0.5
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in teaching and motivating adult learners.
• Veteran status.
• Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues and problems experienced by veterans.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with target population, officials in postsecondary institutions, VA medical Centers/VA organizations, community agencies, community organizations, and community centers.
• Experience working independently and comply with program guidelines.
Position Overview:
The mission of the Center for Educational Opportunity Programs (CEOP) at the University of Kansas is to build a legacy of learners and leaders through a commitment to educational equity. The center houses federal TRIO and GEAR UP grants from the U.S. Department of Education, including the Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program.
The purpose of VUB is to assist veterans in returning to post-secondary educational programs. The Academic Services Coordinator will coordinate the academic services that each VUB participant receives in addition to teaching college preparation and refresher courses for adults who are participating in courses and independent study. VUB provides instruction in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills. The Academic Services Coordinator provides instruction in one-to-one, small group, and workshop settings. Successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.
This position is based in Kansas City, KS. Candidates should reside within a reasonable distance to this area. Some travel within the five-county target area is also expected.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
2023-03-20T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date:
2023-04-10T00:00:00Z
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application consists of:
• Cover Letter outlining how your skills align with the position
• Resume
• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin on 03/20/23 and continues until a candidate is identified. To ensure first consideration, please apply by 03/20/23. Priority will be given to applications received by the first review date of 3/20/23.
Job Family:
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
Hybrid
Position Requirements:
This position serves participants in the Greater Kansas City area. The program office is located in Kansas City, KS, but the required duties may be completed from the office, at community partner locations, or remotely Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
24290BR
Health Sport &Exercise Science...
Position Overview
The Department of Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences (HSES) in the University of Kansas, School of Education and Human Sciences is seeking a candidate for Assistant Teaching Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in Sport Management. The candidate will be responsible for teaching in the undergraduate degree program while also serving as the program director of the Sport Management
24290BR
Health Sport &Exercise Science...
Position Overview
The Department of Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences (HSES) in the University of Kansas, School of Education and Human Sciences is seeking a candidate for Assistant Teaching Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in Sport Management. The candidate will be responsible for teaching in the undergraduate degree program while also serving as the program director of the Sport Management undergraduate major and minor. This is an academic year (9-month) appointment, full-time, non-tenure track position starting August 18, 2023. The initial appointment is through 5/16/2026 and is subject to a comprehensive review for future renewal.
At the KU School of Education and Human Sciences, assistant/associate/full teaching professors incorporate teaching excellence through engagement with students and continued scholarly activity to further and transform learning outcomes by developing new practices or learning engagements to innovate the areas of teaching and learning. Faculty across the school are available as active collaborators throughout the course of the appointment. KU is searching for applicants that are committed to excellence who can contribute to the University's innovative, collaborative, and multidisciplinary initiatives to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that will change the world (http://provost.ku.edu/about).
The University of Kansas is a major educational and research institution with a student body of over 27,000 students representing every state and more than 100 foreign countries on five campuses, 2,600 faculty members, and service centers throughout the state. The main campus is in Lawrence, a vibrant, thriving community of more than 94,000 that is just 40 miles west of Greater Kansas City and 20 miles from the state capital. The community is known for its support of the arts and education and regularly appears in various "best town" listings. KU, a member of the Association of American Universities, consistently earns excellent ratings for its academic programs from U.S. News & World Report. It has also committed itself to expanding its innovative research and commercialization programs. The special education program consistently ranks number one among public institutions.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal education and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to the Jayhawks Rising Strategic Plan (see https://jayhawksrising.ku.edu/). The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S, by the time of appointment.
Job Description
60% - Teaching
Nine credit hours per semester (Fall and Spring) in the Sport Management program at the University of Kansas. Anticipated course load is three face-to-face or hybrid (part online, part face-to-face) courses in the undergraduate program each semester. The specific courses will be determined based on program need.
20% - Program Director
Candidate will serve as undergraduate program director, contribute to sustaining program standards, and coordinating all aspects of both the undergraduate major and minor. The candidate will work with the department chair to develop a strategic vision for the program, coordinate teaching schedules for each semester, and completing yearly formal and informal evaluations of the major and minor.
10% - Service
Candidate will also contribute to the service mission of the HSES Department, School of Education and Human Sciences, and the University of Kansas.
10% Scholarly Engagement
Active in scholarly engagement activities including but not limited to carrying out course transformation, assessment of learning outcomes, development of pedagogical teaching practices that expand and delivers new methods of teaching to precipitate dynamic learning engagements or other activities to implement innovations in teaching and learning. Scholarly engagement is broadly defined, but typically, not exclusively, includes participation in or presenting professional development and workshops, scholarly presentations at meetings, publications, documenting and disseminating the results of inquiry into improving teaching and learning.
Required Qualifications
• Ph.D., Ed.D., or other terminal degree (or ABD, must be completed with degree by end of the first year of employment) in Sport Management or related field.
• Served as the lead or co-instructor for at least one course in a university setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations as evidenced by application materials and interview.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience as a sport management professional.
• Intermediate to advanced technological skills, including experience with online/remote education.
Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Brian Gordan
Associate Professor, Sport Management
bsgordon@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to: https://employment.ku.edu/academic/24290BR. Application deadline is Monday, March 6, 2023. For consideration, apply no later than Sunday, March 5, 2023. A complete application includes an online application and the following items:
• Curriculum vita
• Letter of application that identifies professional interests generally and specific interests and background relevant to this position.
• Teaching philosophy/statement
• Vision Statement for the Undergraduate Major and Minor at KU, specifically detailing areas of emphasis for training sport management graduates in the next five years.
• A list of three professional/academic references with contact information.
In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application. The response must be within 4,000 characters or less.
• Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Only complete application will be considered. Other documentation may be requested from candidate finalists. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. The preferred position starting date is August 18, 2023.
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-05T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-08-18T00:00:00Z
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Position Number: 00004807
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
Limited Term End Date
2026-05-16T00:00:00Z
Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Employee Class: F-Faculty Show more details...
Health Sport &Exercise Science...
Position Overview
The Department of Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences (HSES) in the University of Kansas, School of Education and Human Sciences is seeking a candidate for Assistant Teaching Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in Sport Management. The candidate will be responsible for teaching in the undergraduate degree program while also serving as the program director of the Sport Management undergraduate major and minor. This is an academic year (9-month) appointment, full-time, non-tenure track position starting August 18, 2023. The initial appointment is through 5/16/2026 and is subject to a comprehensive review for future renewal.
At the KU School of Education and Human Sciences, assistant/associate/full teaching professors incorporate teaching excellence through engagement with students and continued scholarly activity to further and transform learning outcomes by developing new practices or learning engagements to innovate the areas of teaching and learning. Faculty across the school are available as active collaborators throughout the course of the appointment. KU is searching for applicants that are committed to excellence who can contribute to the University's innovative, collaborative, and multidisciplinary initiatives to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that will change the world (http://provost.ku.edu/about).
The University of Kansas is a major educational and research institution with a student body of over 27,000 students representing every state and more than 100 foreign countries on five campuses, 2,600 faculty members, and service centers throughout the state. The main campus is in Lawrence, a vibrant, thriving community of more than 94,000 that is just 40 miles west of Greater Kansas City and 20 miles from the state capital. The community is known for its support of the arts and education and regularly appears in various "best town" listings. KU, a member of the Association of American Universities, consistently earns excellent ratings for its academic programs from U.S. News & World Report. It has also committed itself to expanding its innovative research and commercialization programs. The special education program consistently ranks number one among public institutions.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal education and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to the Jayhawks Rising Strategic Plan (see https://jayhawksrising.ku.edu/). The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S, by the time of appointment.
Job Description
60% - Teaching
Nine credit hours per semester (Fall and Spring) in the Sport Management program at the University of Kansas. Anticipated course load is three face-to-face or hybrid (part online, part face-to-face) courses in the undergraduate program each semester. The specific courses will be determined based on program need.
20% - Program Director
Candidate will serve as undergraduate program director, contribute to sustaining program standards, and coordinating all aspects of both the undergraduate major and minor. The candidate will work with the department chair to develop a strategic vision for the program, coordinate teaching schedules for each semester, and completing yearly formal and informal evaluations of the major and minor.
10% - Service
Candidate will also contribute to the service mission of the HSES Department, School of Education and Human Sciences, and the University of Kansas.
10% Scholarly Engagement
Active in scholarly engagement activities including but not limited to carrying out course transformation, assessment of learning outcomes, development of pedagogical teaching practices that expand and delivers new methods of teaching to precipitate dynamic learning engagements or other activities to implement innovations in teaching and learning. Scholarly engagement is broadly defined, but typically, not exclusively, includes participation in or presenting professional development and workshops, scholarly presentations at meetings, publications, documenting and disseminating the results of inquiry into improving teaching and learning.
Required Qualifications
• Ph.D., Ed.D., or other terminal degree (or ABD, must be completed with degree by end of the first year of employment) in Sport Management or related field.
• Served as the lead or co-instructor for at least one course in a university setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations as evidenced by application materials and interview.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience as a sport management professional.
• Intermediate to advanced technological skills, including experience with online/remote education.
Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Brian Gordan
Associate Professor, Sport Management
bsgordon@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to: https://employment.ku.edu/academic/24290BR. Application deadline is Monday, March 6, 2023. For consideration, apply no later than Sunday, March 5, 2023. A complete application includes an online application and the following items:
• Curriculum vita
• Letter of application that identifies professional interests generally and specific interests and background relevant to this position.
• Teaching philosophy/statement
• Vision Statement for the Undergraduate Major and Minor at KU, specifically detailing areas of emphasis for training sport management graduates in the next five years.
• A list of three professional/academic references with contact information.
In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application. The response must be within 4,000 characters or less.
• Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Only complete application will be considered. Other documentation may be requested from candidate finalists. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. The preferred position starting date is August 18, 2023.
Application Review Begins: 2023-03-05T00:00:00Z
Anticipated Start Date: 2023-08-18T00:00:00Z
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Position Number: 00004807
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE: 1.0
Reg/Temp: Regular
Limited Term End Date
2026-05-16T00:00:00Z
Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Employee Class: F-Faculty Show more details...
via AGU Career Center
posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Postdoc: Social-Agricultural-Hydrological Modeling, Kansas River Basin
The Kansas Geological Survey at the University of Kansas is hiring a postdoctoral scholar with a passion for water sustainability and socio-environmental research to contribute to the USDA-funded Sustainable Adaptations to the Future Environment of Kansas’s Agriculture and Water (SAFE KAW) project - more info about the... project here: https://today.ku.edu/2022/06/24/kansas-geological-survey-project-aims-help-agricultural-communities-prepare-risks-climate
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Postdoc: Social-Agricultural-Hydrological Modeling, Kansas River Basin
The Kansas Geological Survey at the University of Kansas is hiring a postdoctoral scholar with a passion for water sustainability and socio-environmental research to contribute to the USDA-funded Sustainable Adaptations to the Future Environment of Kansas’s Agriculture and Water (SAFE KAW) project - more info about the... project here: https://today.ku.edu/2022/06/24/kansas-geological-survey-project-aims-help-agricultural-communities-prepare-risks-climate
The postdoc will synthesize methods from hydrology, hydrogeology, biogeochemistry, crop modeling, and community resilience to explore the response of the Kansas River Basin to climate change and identify strategies for sustaining the linked social-agricultural-hydrological system in the 21st century. It is expected this work will lead to fundamental advances in human-water systems theory and applied research benefits for local water and land managers. Thus, the ideal candidate would have strong technical skills for working with and coupling environmental and social models, interest in advancing human-water systems theory, and a desire to engage with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and stakeholders.
This position will be part of the HydroEcology of Anthropogenic Landscapes group (HEAL@KGS) supervised by Sam Zipper (https://www.samzipper.com) and will work closely with project collaborators at the KGS (Erin Seybold), Kansas State University (Vaishali Sharda, Kate Nelson), project graduate students/interns, and stakeholders.
Starting Date: July 2023-January 2024 (flexible)
More info including eligibility and to apply: http://www.employment.ku.edu/staff/24327BR
Review begins March 15, 2023 Show more details...
The Kansas Geological Survey at the University of Kansas is hiring a postdoctoral scholar with a passion for water sustainability and socio-environmental research to contribute to the USDA-funded Sustainable Adaptations to the Future Environment of Kansas’s Agriculture and Water (SAFE KAW) project - more info about the... project here: https://today.ku.edu/2022/06/24/kansas-geological-survey-project-aims-help-agricultural-communities-prepare-risks-climate
The postdoc will synthesize methods from hydrology, hydrogeology, biogeochemistry, crop modeling, and community resilience to explore the response of the Kansas River Basin to climate change and identify strategies for sustaining the linked social-agricultural-hydrological system in the 21st century. It is expected this work will lead to fundamental advances in human-water systems theory and applied research benefits for local water and land managers. Thus, the ideal candidate would have strong technical skills for working with and coupling environmental and social models, interest in advancing human-water systems theory, and a desire to engage with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and stakeholders.
This position will be part of the HydroEcology of Anthropogenic Landscapes group (HEAL@KGS) supervised by Sam Zipper (https://www.samzipper.com) and will work closely with project collaborators at the KGS (Erin Seybold), Kansas State University (Vaishali Sharda, Kate Nelson), project graduate students/interns, and stakeholders.
Starting Date: July 2023-January 2024 (flexible)
More info including eligibility and to apply: http://www.employment.ku.edu/staff/24327BR
Review begins March 15, 2023 Show more details...
via Inside Higher Ed Careers
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position OverviewAccessible Teaching, Learning and Assessment Systems (ATLAS) promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students and their educators. Our primary focus is supporting students with disabilities and struggling learners. We create technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous.
We specialize in map-based learning systems... informed by research on skill development, assessment design,
Position OverviewAccessible Teaching, Learning and Assessment Systems (ATLAS) promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students and their educators. Our primary focus is supporting students with disabilities and struggling learners. We create technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous.
We specialize in map-based learning systems... informed by research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development. Every program and project in our diverse portfolio of operational and grant-funded research strategically aligns with our student- and educator-focused mission. Our work is also supported by multiple strategic partnerships with organizations that share our focus and commitment to quality learning experiences for all students.
In addition to grant-funded research projects, ATLAS develops and delivers state assessments. Our largest assessment system is the Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Alternate Assessment System. DLM alternate assessments are designed to assess students with the most significant cognitive disabilities in English language arts, mathematics, and science. We also offer custom social studies alternate assessments. Our broader state assessments include the Kansas Assessment Program and the Kansas English Language Proficiency Assessment.
As an organization, ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
ATLAS is seeking an Administrative Associate Senior to support the center associate directors, assist with contracts/procurement, and lead some center-wide initiatives. The Administrative Associate Senior will provide executive support for the five center associate directors; work with center contracts/procurement; lead special projects; and collaborate closely with the Business Manager on financial and operational practices. The successful candidate has a proven ability to independently manage multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines, and to organize and maintain center-wide procedures.
KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 72 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! See benefits.ku.edu for more details.
Job Description50% - Executive administrative support
• Maintain the five ATLAS associate directors’ calendars, monitor for and resolve conflicts
• Complete all work-related travel arrangements through the University or third-party organization
• Prepare and submit travel expense and p-card reporting
• Complete sensitive and non-sensitive project requests
• Prepare and analyze documents, presentations, and spreadsheets
• Coordinate special projects on behalf of the five ATLAS associate directors’ including monitoring tasks, outcomes, and delivering feedback
• Manage professional memberships
45% - Center-level financial responsibilities
• Work with KU/KUCR procurement, AAI pre award, and KUCR contract teams
• Support external RFI, RFP, and contract efforts for proposals/quotes with potential external customers and partners
• Regularly monitor ongoing expenses and report on ATLAS’s financials to the Director and PIs
• Support procurement (purchasing) efforts such as requests for proposals/quotes and vendor selections.
• Assist ATLAS Principal Investigators with budget development for new proposals
• Manage internal processes: gather and coordinate stakeholders, assure compliance with university processes and policies, and establish funding (payment) requirements
• Work with ATLAS Business Manager to update staffing effort on appropriate projects
5% - Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements
• This position allows for an on-site, telework, or hybrid work location for well-qualified candidates. A telework position may be required to travel to Lawrence up to four times per year.
• This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, onsite or through telecommunication platforms.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalency and four years of relevant office experience OR four years of post-secondary education.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and web conferencing tools as evidenced by application materials.Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced in application materials and interview.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus two years of relevant full-time work experienceTwo years of experience successfully prioritizing multiple, detail-oriented, and sensitive, projects under tight deadlines.Ability to successfully complete projects, independently and with minimal supervision, as evidenced in application materials and interview.Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, cross-functional teams, and external partners.Flexibility and willingness to adapt and respond to changes in work priorities and processes, as evidenced from prior work experience.Excellent attention to detail in written work as evidenced by application materials.Prior experience supporting executive staff.Prior experience with financial responsibilities, proposal development, or marketing.Experience with software commonly used at KU software including OAC, BrassRing, Egencia.Previous successful supervisory experience.
Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete online application consists of:
• Résumé
• Cover letter detailing your professional experiences that align with the required and preferred qualifications
• Names and Contact information for three professional references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin on 03/07/2023. Please apply by the application review date.
Contact Information to ApplicantsMichael Muenks, Michael_Muenks@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range$51,000 Work ScheduleM-F, 8a-5p Application Review Begins07-Mar-2023 Anticipated Start Date13-Mar-2023 Show more details...
We specialize in map-based learning systems... informed by research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development. Every program and project in our diverse portfolio of operational and grant-funded research strategically aligns with our student- and educator-focused mission. Our work is also supported by multiple strategic partnerships with organizations that share our focus and commitment to quality learning experiences for all students.
In addition to grant-funded research projects, ATLAS develops and delivers state assessments. Our largest assessment system is the Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Alternate Assessment System. DLM alternate assessments are designed to assess students with the most significant cognitive disabilities in English language arts, mathematics, and science. We also offer custom social studies alternate assessments. Our broader state assessments include the Kansas Assessment Program and the Kansas English Language Proficiency Assessment.
As an organization, ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
ATLAS is seeking an Administrative Associate Senior to support the center associate directors, assist with contracts/procurement, and lead some center-wide initiatives. The Administrative Associate Senior will provide executive support for the five center associate directors; work with center contracts/procurement; lead special projects; and collaborate closely with the Business Manager on financial and operational practices. The successful candidate has a proven ability to independently manage multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines, and to organize and maintain center-wide procedures.
KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 72 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! See benefits.ku.edu for more details.
Job Description50% - Executive administrative support
• Maintain the five ATLAS associate directors’ calendars, monitor for and resolve conflicts
• Complete all work-related travel arrangements through the University or third-party organization
• Prepare and submit travel expense and p-card reporting
• Complete sensitive and non-sensitive project requests
• Prepare and analyze documents, presentations, and spreadsheets
• Coordinate special projects on behalf of the five ATLAS associate directors’ including monitoring tasks, outcomes, and delivering feedback
• Manage professional memberships
45% - Center-level financial responsibilities
• Work with KU/KUCR procurement, AAI pre award, and KUCR contract teams
• Support external RFI, RFP, and contract efforts for proposals/quotes with potential external customers and partners
• Regularly monitor ongoing expenses and report on ATLAS’s financials to the Director and PIs
• Support procurement (purchasing) efforts such as requests for proposals/quotes and vendor selections.
• Assist ATLAS Principal Investigators with budget development for new proposals
• Manage internal processes: gather and coordinate stakeholders, assure compliance with university processes and policies, and establish funding (payment) requirements
• Work with ATLAS Business Manager to update staffing effort on appropriate projects
5% - Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements
• This position allows for an on-site, telework, or hybrid work location for well-qualified candidates. A telework position may be required to travel to Lawrence up to four times per year.
• This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, onsite or through telecommunication platforms.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalency and four years of relevant office experience OR four years of post-secondary education.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and web conferencing tools as evidenced by application materials.Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced in application materials and interview.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus two years of relevant full-time work experienceTwo years of experience successfully prioritizing multiple, detail-oriented, and sensitive, projects under tight deadlines.Ability to successfully complete projects, independently and with minimal supervision, as evidenced in application materials and interview.Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, cross-functional teams, and external partners.Flexibility and willingness to adapt and respond to changes in work priorities and processes, as evidenced from prior work experience.Excellent attention to detail in written work as evidenced by application materials.Prior experience supporting executive staff.Prior experience with financial responsibilities, proposal development, or marketing.Experience with software commonly used at KU software including OAC, BrassRing, Egencia.Previous successful supervisory experience.
Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete online application consists of:
• Résumé
• Cover letter detailing your professional experiences that align with the required and preferred qualifications
• Names and Contact information for three professional references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin on 03/07/2023. Please apply by the application review date.
Contact Information to ApplicantsMichael Muenks, Michael_Muenks@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range$51,000 Work ScheduleM-F, 8a-5p Application Review Begins07-Mar-2023 Anticipated Start Date13-Mar-2023 Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 80K a year
About the Associate Ombuds Role
The University of Kansas Ombuds Office seeks a full-time Associate Ombuds to join our team to promote an environment that embodies the University’s mission and values in alignment with its strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of organizational, group, and individual dynamics to enhance our efforts to foster a culture of trust... respect, and belonging. This person will have demonstrated
About the Associate Ombuds Role
The University of Kansas Ombuds Office seeks a full-time Associate Ombuds to join our team to promote an environment that embodies the University’s mission and values in alignment with its strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of organizational, group, and individual dynamics to enhance our efforts to foster a culture of trust... respect, and belonging. This person will have demonstrated capacities to maintain confidentiality, handle sensitive information, and work to build and maintain positive work relationships with colleagues and the people they have served. A critical aspect of this position will be designing and offering facilitations for groups in conflict, and training sessions on conflict management strategies, as offered by the Ombuds Office.
The Associate Ombuds will contribute collaboratively to the shaping and execution of the Ombuds Office’s work based on its Charter. Alongside the University Ombuds this position acts as a neutral, independent, informal, and confidential resource for university faculty, staff, students, and administrators who are seeking assistance to resolve questions and concerns affecting their relations with peers or the institution.
The successful incumbent will have the role of designing and delivering training sessions for KU groups on various conflict resolution and communication topics. This position will serve as a co-facilitator and co-designer of informal circle or restorative practices for larger groups in various forms of conflict, or where harm has occurred within a group or community at KU.
The KU Ombuds Office and its ombuds practice to the standards of the International Ombuds Association’s four pillars of practice, confidentiality, independence, informality, and impartiality, and understand the meanings and practical applications of those. The person in this position works as a member of the close-knit Ombuds Office team which includes the university ombuds, administrative associate, and other staff that may have a designated assignment with the Ombuds Office.
Job Duties:
Dispute Resolution, Consultation and Referral - 50%
• Provides professional ombuds support as a designated campus resource for individuals and groups engaged in addressing workplace conflict, issues or concerns informally. Meets with members of the KU community whose issues involve their time at KU.
• Listens to Ombuds Office visitors, assesses situations and empowers visitors to manage, engage, and resolve conflict for themselves and/or between themselves and others through impartial, informal, and confidential processes such as conflict resolution coaching, informal problem-solving, and/or facilitated dialogues or conversations.
• Assists visitors in interpreting university policies and procedures. Provides assistance in navigating equity systems as well as assisting individuals to raise and consider options for self-empowered resolution.
• Designs or co-designs and then facilitates group dialogues/circles for groups that may be in conflict.
• Participates in deliberations as a team on topics and issues facing the Office, its staff, and visitors. These team deliberations may also include debriefing cases, so that the Ombuds team is aware of emerging trends and can support each other in their professional development and learning.
• Participates in local, regional, or national trainings for continuing education and professional development and is offered professional development funds to cover a portion of those.
Training Design and Delivery - 30%
• Designs and conducts training sessions for the campus community that may include conflict engagement, dispute resolution, negotiation skills and theory, compassionate communication, collaborative problem solving, and related topics.
• Makes informed recommendations regarding improving program effectiveness.
Program Management, Analysis and Reporting - 20%
• Regularly updates case and training tracking processes.
• Provides support for project management of a variety of data/reporting projects and data collection and management.
• Contributes to the completion of the Ombuds Office’s annual report, through data collection and visualization and supporting the team’s effort.
• Attends weekly and other Ombuds Office staff meetings to discuss work, ongoing training, and marketing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
This position will be designated hybrid: there will be significant in-person components to the work, and there will be flexibility for some remote work each week. The person in this position will need to be within commuting distance of the Lawrence Kansas campus.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and two years of work experience as an organizational ombuds or comparable/related experience.
• One year of demonstrated experience in facilitating conflict conversation between parties/groups, conflict coaching, restorative practices, and/or conflict mediation.
• One year of demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training in the areas of dispute resolution (e.g., collaboration, communication, etc.).
• Previous experience that required excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with individuals from diverse backgrounds, as evidenced by application materials, interview, and references.
• Previous work experience demonstrating capacity to maintain confidentiality for Ombuds Office visitors, clients, colleagues, patients, or other persons with whom they have worked.
Contact Information to Applicants
Ada Emmett, University Ombuds
ombuds@ku.edu
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
The University of Kansas Ombuds Office seeks a full-time Associate Ombuds to join our team to promote an environment that embodies the University’s mission and values in alignment with its strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of organizational, group, and individual dynamics to enhance our efforts to foster a culture of trust... respect, and belonging. This person will have demonstrated capacities to maintain confidentiality, handle sensitive information, and work to build and maintain positive work relationships with colleagues and the people they have served. A critical aspect of this position will be designing and offering facilitations for groups in conflict, and training sessions on conflict management strategies, as offered by the Ombuds Office.
The Associate Ombuds will contribute collaboratively to the shaping and execution of the Ombuds Office’s work based on its Charter. Alongside the University Ombuds this position acts as a neutral, independent, informal, and confidential resource for university faculty, staff, students, and administrators who are seeking assistance to resolve questions and concerns affecting their relations with peers or the institution.
The successful incumbent will have the role of designing and delivering training sessions for KU groups on various conflict resolution and communication topics. This position will serve as a co-facilitator and co-designer of informal circle or restorative practices for larger groups in various forms of conflict, or where harm has occurred within a group or community at KU.
The KU Ombuds Office and its ombuds practice to the standards of the International Ombuds Association’s four pillars of practice, confidentiality, independence, informality, and impartiality, and understand the meanings and practical applications of those. The person in this position works as a member of the close-knit Ombuds Office team which includes the university ombuds, administrative associate, and other staff that may have a designated assignment with the Ombuds Office.
Job Duties:
Dispute Resolution, Consultation and Referral - 50%
• Provides professional ombuds support as a designated campus resource for individuals and groups engaged in addressing workplace conflict, issues or concerns informally. Meets with members of the KU community whose issues involve their time at KU.
• Listens to Ombuds Office visitors, assesses situations and empowers visitors to manage, engage, and resolve conflict for themselves and/or between themselves and others through impartial, informal, and confidential processes such as conflict resolution coaching, informal problem-solving, and/or facilitated dialogues or conversations.
• Assists visitors in interpreting university policies and procedures. Provides assistance in navigating equity systems as well as assisting individuals to raise and consider options for self-empowered resolution.
• Designs or co-designs and then facilitates group dialogues/circles for groups that may be in conflict.
• Participates in deliberations as a team on topics and issues facing the Office, its staff, and visitors. These team deliberations may also include debriefing cases, so that the Ombuds team is aware of emerging trends and can support each other in their professional development and learning.
• Participates in local, regional, or national trainings for continuing education and professional development and is offered professional development funds to cover a portion of those.
Training Design and Delivery - 30%
• Designs and conducts training sessions for the campus community that may include conflict engagement, dispute resolution, negotiation skills and theory, compassionate communication, collaborative problem solving, and related topics.
• Makes informed recommendations regarding improving program effectiveness.
Program Management, Analysis and Reporting - 20%
• Regularly updates case and training tracking processes.
• Provides support for project management of a variety of data/reporting projects and data collection and management.
• Contributes to the completion of the Ombuds Office’s annual report, through data collection and visualization and supporting the team’s effort.
• Attends weekly and other Ombuds Office staff meetings to discuss work, ongoing training, and marketing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
This position will be designated hybrid: there will be significant in-person components to the work, and there will be flexibility for some remote work each week. The person in this position will need to be within commuting distance of the Lawrence Kansas campus.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and two years of work experience as an organizational ombuds or comparable/related experience.
• One year of demonstrated experience in facilitating conflict conversation between parties/groups, conflict coaching, restorative practices, and/or conflict mediation.
• One year of demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training in the areas of dispute resolution (e.g., collaboration, communication, etc.).
• Previous experience that required excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with individuals from diverse backgrounds, as evidenced by application materials, interview, and references.
• Previous work experience demonstrating capacity to maintain confidentiality for Ombuds Office visitors, clients, colleagues, patients, or other persons with whom they have worked.
Contact Information to Applicants
Ada Emmett, University Ombuds
ombuds@ku.edu
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
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The University of Kansas, the flagship institution of the Kansas university system, is seeking an experienced, innovative, and collaborative mental health leader to serve as the next Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Keeling & Associates is pleased to be supporting the University in this search, and we welcome applications, nominations, and questions. This is an exciting... opportunity to provide leadership and direction to
The University of Kansas, the flagship institution of the Kansas university system, is seeking an experienced, innovative, and collaborative mental health leader to serve as the next Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Keeling & Associates is pleased to be supporting the University in this search, and we welcome applications, nominations, and questions. This is an exciting... opportunity to provide leadership and direction to a dedicated team in identifying and implementing strategies to meet the needs of the current and future diverse student population.
The Director is responsible for leading and managing the operations of CAPS, sustaining current services, and exploring innovative approaches that supplement those services. The Director is expected to develop and implement a strategic plan; ensure an inclusive and collaborative work environment; forecast and allocate resources; provide supervision, directly and indirectly, for the staff; develop, implement, and evaluate ongoing assessment plans and outcomes; direct outreach and promotion activities; and perform other tasks that are expected of a mental health leader on campus. Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs, the Director, who serves as a member of the Student Affairs leadership team, must be prepared to partner with colleagues across the University in order contribute to the overall well-being and academic success of students. Further, the ability to develop relationships with community mental health partners will be a key to success in this role.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is the direct-service counseling unit available to all enrolled students at the University of Kansas. CAPS consists of Clinical Service, Testing Service, and the Campus Assistance, Resource, and Education (CARE) Coordinator (confidential support for students who have experienced gender-based interpersonal violence). The CAPS Clinical Service delivers a range of mental health services including individual and group psychotherapy, psychiatric services, and limited psychological testing. In addition, CAPS offers consultation services to parents and university staff and faculty who are concerned about a student's needs. The Testing Service administers national standardized tests for academic placement and entry to graduate and professional programs. The CAPS doctoral internship in psychology is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Permanent, full-time staff include counseling and clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatrists, and support staff. Student staff include counseling psychology doctoral and master’s practicum students; doctoral psychology interns; mental health peer educators who may be undergraduate or graduate students; and student hourly employees in the testing service.
Required Qualifications
• Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program and APA-accredited internship; or doctoral degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program. Minimum of five years of postdoctoral clinical experience, including experience providing therapy, serving a diverse population with a wide range of mental health concerns. Licensed as a mental health provider; if not licensed in Kansas, must be license eligible to practice independently as a mental health provider in the State of Kansas. Minimum of three years of progressive administrative and supervisory experience.
• Effective written communication skills as evidenced by the application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
• Minimum of 10 years of postdoctoral clinical experience serving a diverse population with a wide range of mental health concerns. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, administrators, and other members of the community. Experience in a college/university counseling center with a multidisciplinary staff and an APA accredited internship. Knowledge of compliance with federal and state laws and requirements along with the administration and legal complexities associated with managing a university counseling center. Minimum two years of experience with budget management. Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of a broad range of theoretical orientations, approaches, and interventions. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to conduct program assessment efforts. Experience in policy and procedure development. Knowledge or training in student development. Commitment to professional development and professional associations. Excellent verbal communication and public presentation skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a broad and diverse range of people.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice and personal and professional integrity.
The University of Kansas
The University of Kansas (KU) is the flagship institution of the Kansas university system. It is a major comprehensive research and teaching university of 28,500 students and over 2500 faculty. The University of Kansas is the only Kansas Regents university to hold membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), a select group of sixty-five public and private research universities that represent excellence in graduate and professional education and the highest achievements in research internationally. KU is located in the city of Lawrence, a progressive city of about 90,000 in northeast Kansas. Lawrence is consistently rated as a Top 10 town for its sports, arts, and live music scene. Lawrence and KU are a 45-minute drive from Kansas City and its airport.
Application Procedure and Timeline
The University of Kansas has partnered with Keeling & Associates, LLC, in this search process. Application materials should include a resume and a letter of interest and must be sent to recruiting@keelingassociates.com. The subject line of the email should read “KU – Director of CAPS.” The review of materials will begin March 13 and will continue until the position is filled.
Those interested in submitting nominations or in having a confidential discussion before applying should contact K&A Senior Consultant Jeff Ewing (JFEwing@KeelingAssociates.com).
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
The Director is responsible for leading and managing the operations of CAPS, sustaining current services, and exploring innovative approaches that supplement those services. The Director is expected to develop and implement a strategic plan; ensure an inclusive and collaborative work environment; forecast and allocate resources; provide supervision, directly and indirectly, for the staff; develop, implement, and evaluate ongoing assessment plans and outcomes; direct outreach and promotion activities; and perform other tasks that are expected of a mental health leader on campus. Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs, the Director, who serves as a member of the Student Affairs leadership team, must be prepared to partner with colleagues across the University in order contribute to the overall well-being and academic success of students. Further, the ability to develop relationships with community mental health partners will be a key to success in this role.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is the direct-service counseling unit available to all enrolled students at the University of Kansas. CAPS consists of Clinical Service, Testing Service, and the Campus Assistance, Resource, and Education (CARE) Coordinator (confidential support for students who have experienced gender-based interpersonal violence). The CAPS Clinical Service delivers a range of mental health services including individual and group psychotherapy, psychiatric services, and limited psychological testing. In addition, CAPS offers consultation services to parents and university staff and faculty who are concerned about a student's needs. The Testing Service administers national standardized tests for academic placement and entry to graduate and professional programs. The CAPS doctoral internship in psychology is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Permanent, full-time staff include counseling and clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatrists, and support staff. Student staff include counseling psychology doctoral and master’s practicum students; doctoral psychology interns; mental health peer educators who may be undergraduate or graduate students; and student hourly employees in the testing service.
Required Qualifications
• Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program and APA-accredited internship; or doctoral degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program. Minimum of five years of postdoctoral clinical experience, including experience providing therapy, serving a diverse population with a wide range of mental health concerns. Licensed as a mental health provider; if not licensed in Kansas, must be license eligible to practice independently as a mental health provider in the State of Kansas. Minimum of three years of progressive administrative and supervisory experience.
• Effective written communication skills as evidenced by the application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
• Minimum of 10 years of postdoctoral clinical experience serving a diverse population with a wide range of mental health concerns. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, administrators, and other members of the community. Experience in a college/university counseling center with a multidisciplinary staff and an APA accredited internship. Knowledge of compliance with federal and state laws and requirements along with the administration and legal complexities associated with managing a university counseling center. Minimum two years of experience with budget management. Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of a broad range of theoretical orientations, approaches, and interventions. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to conduct program assessment efforts. Experience in policy and procedure development. Knowledge or training in student development. Commitment to professional development and professional associations. Excellent verbal communication and public presentation skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a broad and diverse range of people.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice and personal and professional integrity.
The University of Kansas
The University of Kansas (KU) is the flagship institution of the Kansas university system. It is a major comprehensive research and teaching university of 28,500 students and over 2500 faculty. The University of Kansas is the only Kansas Regents university to hold membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), a select group of sixty-five public and private research universities that represent excellence in graduate and professional education and the highest achievements in research internationally. KU is located in the city of Lawrence, a progressive city of about 90,000 in northeast Kansas. Lawrence is consistently rated as a Top 10 town for its sports, arts, and live music scene. Lawrence and KU are a 45-minute drive from Kansas City and its airport.
Application Procedure and Timeline
The University of Kansas has partnered with Keeling & Associates, LLC, in this search process. Application materials should include a resume and a letter of interest and must be sent to recruiting@keelingassociates.com. The subject line of the email should read “KU – Director of CAPS.” The review of materials will begin March 13 and will continue until the position is filled.
Those interested in submitting nominations or in having a confidential discussion before applying should contact K&A Senior Consultant Jeff Ewing (JFEwing@KeelingAssociates.com).
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses Show more details...
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