Essential Studies Program Director
Company: University of North Dakota
Location: Grand Forks
Posted on: October 31, 2024
Job Description:
Salary/Position Classification
- The compensation for this position will be commensurate with
experience and the discipline and rank of the selected candidate
with an anticipated minimum salary of $120,000.
- 40 hours per week.
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No.
This search is being ran by Academic Search. Please apply
online:
Applications received by October 30, 2024 are assured
consideration.
Purpose of Position
The Director of Essential Studies provides vision and leadership
for this program, and advocates for excellence in general education
for all undergraduate students at UND. The Director coordinates the
program; collaborates with academic units in the development and
ongoing validation of a broad array of Essential Studies courses;
works closely with faculty, staff, and advisors to inspire
innovative teaching and campus-wide understanding of the program;
and communicates the value of the liberal arts and supports student
success in interactions with individual students and the larger
campus.
This position is a 12-month appointment and will include
administrative duties as director of the Essential Studies program
(general education at the University of North Dakota). In addition
to the administrative work associated with this position, the
chosen candidate will be expected to teach at least one course each
semester (Fall and Spring) within the Essential Studies program
and/or the person's disciplinary home
department/school/college.
This administrative appointment may also carry a separate tenured
appointment commensurate with the selected candidate's
qualifications and in the department relevant to their discipline,
subject to approval from the North Dakota State Board of Higher
Education.
Duties & Responsibilities
Vision, Leadership, and Advocacy for ES Program
- Work with the Essential Studies Committee, the faculty, and
stakeholders across campus to align the ES program with the
strategic vision outlined in the UND LEADS strategic plan.
- Provide vision and leadership for the program, particularly in
communicating with students, faculty, staff, and administration the
importance of the program, its objectives, and its
requirements.
- Affirm the value of a liberal arts education through effective,
campus-wide communication.
- Serve as liaison to academic units and leadership throughout
the University, and to support units, including Student Academic
and Career Services (SASCE), the Teaching Transformation and
Development Academy (TTaDA), Student Affairs, Registrar's Office,
and Enrollment Services.
- Align the program with national and university best practices
in general education, state higher education policies, and
university mission and vision.
- Serve as ex-officio member on the University Senate Essential
Studies, Curriculum, and Assessment Committees.
- Serve as UND's delegate and spokesperson for general education
at state and national meetings and conferences.
- Participate and/or lead (as needed) efforts to integrate
Essential Studies with student success initiatives at UND,
including first year experience programming, experiential learning
opportunities, and more.
- Develop web-based or social media and other informational
materials that help prospective and current students, parents,
faculty, staff, and advisors understand and promote the purposes
and benefits of a quality general education.
- Coordinate with the Faculty Development unit in the Teaching &
Transformation Development Academy, and with the VPFA, to create
and implement support systems for program instructors and
advisors.
Implementation and Coordination of ES Program
- Work with faculty, program directors, chairs, and deans to
ensure that an optimal number of general education/Essential
Studies courses will be offered each semester, on campus and
online.
- Work with faculty, program directors, chairs, and deans to
promote the creation of innovative or interdisciplinary program
courses.
- Facilitate the implementation of the program and address issues
that may arise in coordination with departments, colleges/schools,
and other university units.
- Work with departments to educate and support their chairs,
faculty, and advisors about the validation & revalidation of ES
courses.
- Work with students who have questions or concerns about their
general education/Essential Studies programs of study.
- Collaborate with advisors-both professional and faculty-to
provide accurate advice and guidance about the program.
- Collaborate with program course instructors so they are
knowledgeable about the program's larger goals.
- Manage program related business.
- Ensure proper and effective keeping and maintaining of program
records.
- Ensure support for campus stakeholders: students, faculty,
advisors, administration, and the public.
Assessment of General Education/the Essential Studies Program
- Work with the Director of Institutional Effectiveness &
Accreditation to develop, manage, and conduct assessment activities
for the program.
- Host (or co-host) campus discussions on the results of
assessment activities.
Course instruction in the ES Program
- Instruct one course within discipline that is validated as an
ES course during the Fall and Spring semester for each academic
year.
Required Competencies
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of current developments in general
education reform.
- Working understanding of assessment methods and program
evaluation.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Proficiency in Qualtrics and CourseLeaf software
programs.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and
accessibility efforts.
- Experience with change management.
Minimum Requirements
- Terminal Degree in an Academic Field represented at
UND.
- Three years of full-time teaching experience at an accredited
institution of higher education.
- Documented experience teaching general education courses at the
undergraduate level.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background
Check.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required
to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five years of full-time teaching experience at an accredited
institution of higher education.
- Five years of experience teaching in the undergraduate
curriculum.
- Experience teaching in a variety of modalities.
- Experience with higher education program review, assessment,
and reporting.
- Administrative experience, including having served as program
director or in a similar role.
To Apply
Applications should include a letter of interest (not more than
three pages) specifically addressing the applicant's background in
relationship to the qualifications described, a current resume or
curriculum vitae and any additional materials as
required/desired.
Please apply online:
Applications received by October 30, 2024 are assured
consideration.
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