Job Description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:   Minimum: $68,500 - Midpoint: $89,100 (Salaried E11)

Department/Organization: 200019 - Capstone Center for Student Success

Normal Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm; some evenings & weekends.

Job Summary:  The Director of Academic Support for Capstone Center for Student Success (CCSS) develops, coordinates, and implements innovative and intentional academic support programs and services for students, including academic skills workshops, tutorial services, supplemental instruction, academic coaching, and academic and non-academic credit producing courses. Provides outreach and training to faculty and staff across campus to ensure that academic support programs and services meet the needs of both students and faculty and are widely accessible.

Additional Department Summary:  Provides outreach and training to faculty, staff, and students across campus to ensure that academic support programs and services are meeting the needs of both students and faculty and that all offerings are widely accessible. Collaborates with other members of the leadership team to work towards a common goal of student success for all UA students.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and eight (8) years of academic advising or student success experience; OR master's degree and six (6) years of academic advising or student success experience.

Skills and Knowledge:  Highly developed positive interpersonal skills. Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, disseminate, and report data regarding program outcomes and services to internal and external constituents. Knowledge and understanding of best practices in student development, campus environments, community and student learning theories and their application in practice, and a tolerance for ambiguity. Knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and accreditation standards. Ability to adapt to change and be future-oriented with knowledge and understanding of best practices in student learning and their application in practice. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and adhere to strict timelines.

Preferred Qualifications:  Doctoral degree in education or related field. College teaching experience. Experience with learning enhancement and study skill strategies for college students. Experience with and understanding of higher education software and systems (Banner, Slate, DegreeWorks, Argos, etc.). Experience with advising, personal and academic coaching, teaching, advocacy, personal and career development, case management/outreach, tutoring, and/or mentoring.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

About University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

As the state’s flagship university, The University of Alabama family has always focused on being the best. After all, we are The Capstone of Higher Education. Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, The University of Alabama is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the community, the state and the world. You’ll like what you find here. Become part of The University of Alabama family.

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