Director of Graduate School Engagement, Outreach & Support

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Position Information Job Title Director of Graduate School Engagement, Outreach & Support Position Number 321800 Requisition Number B08829 Position Type Administrative Class Code 9973 Time-limited through NA Type of Appointment Full-Time Faculty Position Sub-Type N/A Length of Appointment N/A Internal Recruitment? No Working Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Nights & Weekends as needed Department Graduate School Organization Academic Affairs - ORG Division Academic Affairs - DIV College N/A Approved Hiring Salary Range Up to $85K commensurate with experience Pay Basis Annually Equal Opportunity In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation. Carnegie UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens. Faculty Initiatives The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service. General Description / Primary Purpose The Director of Graduate School Engagement, Outreach & Support, under the direction of the Dean of the Graduate School serves as the primary staff member over graduate engagement, outreach and support. Essential Duties Job Function

• Serve as advisor to the Graduate School Dean on graduate school engagement, outreach and support services providing proposals, recommendations and reports as needed.
• Supervise Graduate School staff in the implementation of marketing, outreach and engagement efforts.
• Strategize, oversee, and assess the Graduate School’s marketing and recruitment efforts both internally and externally including marketing materials and events, social media, and collaboration with university and community partners.
• Assist academic programs in the development of new graduate programs to grow graduate enrollment and meet local industry needs, including express and accelerated programs linking undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
• Assist with developing community and industry partnerships to enhance the Graduate School including collaboration with Industry Engagement and University Development, and identifying opportunities for internships, jobs, funding, tuition reimbursement, etc.
• Assist academic programs in efforts to identify and obtain funding for graduate student training, development, and fellowships.
• Promote graduate student research through collaborating with the Office of Undergraduate Research and planning and participation in campus and professional research events.
• Support Graduate Program Directors, faculty, and staff in matters related to Graduate School engagement, outreach and support.
• Oversee the planning, implementation and assessment of graduate student engagement opportunities.
• Serve as liaison between the Graduate School and other university administrative offices, such as Enrollment Services, college advising units, and Marketing and Communications.
• Represent the Graduate School on various UNF committees such as the Distance Learning Committee, Graduate School Advisory Board, and the Graduate Council.
• Other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 100 Posting Detail Information Marginal Functions Function as a hiring officer for Graduate School personnel. Required Qualifications This position requires either (a) Master’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and six years of experience directly related to the job functions; (b) Bachelor’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and eight years of experience directly related to the job functions; or (c ) 12 years of direct experience. Faculty Position Required Qualifications NA Departmental Requirements -Experience working with graduate education and/or marketing and social media;-Demonstrated leadership skills;-Excellent written and verbal communication;-Evidence of successful collaborations with a variety of organizations and constituents;-Willingness to represent the Graduate School on campus, with community partners and at professional conferences and events. Statement(s) of Understanding Definition This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA’s responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800 or the Office of the General Counsel at (904) 620-2828.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator Required Licensure or Certification NA Machines/Equipment used regularly Computer, iPad/Surface, copier, phone Anticipated Start Date 07/08/2024 Job Posting Date 05/24/2024 Application Review Date Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Point of Contact Information Delores Irvin 904.620.1360 Hiring Official Dr. Michele Moore Location if not Jacksonville NA Special Instructions Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records.