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Job Title Assistant Director – Graduate Studies
Position Number CFAC-COMMADG1
Vacancy Open to ECU Employees
Department AAH School of Communication
Department Homepage https://communication.ecu.edu
Advertising Department COMMUNICATION, SCHOOL OF
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Assistant Director – Graduate Studies
Working Title Assistant Director – Graduate Studies
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .49
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Salary Range Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category Faculty (Teaching)
Primary Function of Organizational Unit East Carolina University, in Greenville, NC, is about 1.5 hours form the state capital of Raleigh, four hours to Charlotte, and —2.5 hours away form Atlantic Ocean beaches. ECU is one of the largest institutions in the UNC system with more than 28,000 undergraduate, graduate, medical and dental students (https:/facts.ecu.edu/). ECU is a leader in Distance Education (https://online.ecu.edu/).
The School of Communication (http://communication.ecu.edu/) is housed in the College of Fine Arts and Communication. We enroll nearly 800 undergraduate and 75 graduate students. We offer a Bachelor of Science in Communication, and students can concentrate their studies in Interpersonal-Organizational, Journalism, Media Studies or Public Relations. We offer a Masters of Art and, for undergraduates an Accelerated Master in Communication, with concentrations in Strategic Communication.
Job Duties · Nine-Month Position with consistent summer work/projects.
· Serve as the School’s Graduate Program’s Director.
· Contribute to and provide leadership in strategic planning, annual reporting, program review, and graduate assessment.
· Lead professional development for faculty including overseeing the mentoring program
· Maintain budget for graduate assistantships in consultation with the College and Director
· Lead graduate student recruitment, retention, and advising in collaboration with the Director and faculty
· Review the School’s website to ensure information and links are current and accurate. Request changes when needed.
· Serve as the School’s GCC Liaison and work with the School’s Graduate Committee and faculty to develop curriculum proposals/packages
· In consultation with the Director of the School of Communication and the Graduate Committee of the School: oversee standards for theses; oversee graduate faculty status standards and applications; solicit needs for graduate assistantships, and track appropriate use of appointment; assign and award graduate assistantships, other financial awards
· Coordinate the School of Communication graduate program activities including orientation and professional development opportunities with the East Carolina University Graduate School and other entities when needed
· Advocate for the School of Communication graduate program with the College of Fine Arts and Communication and East Carolina University Graduate School.
· Notify graduate students of faculty and committee meetings and other opportunities to participate in and/or observe school governance, as appropriate
· Work with College staff to maintain relationships with current and future graduate alumni, including prompt email, written, voice, and in-person communication
· Communicate with appropriate University and College staff to ensure all ECU policies and regulations are followed
· Contribute to School planning, events, and communication as needed
· Other responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Education/Experience · Terminal degree in communication
· Tenured ECU faculty at the rank of Associate Professor or higher in the School of Communication
· Evidence of strong professional communication and collaboration skills
· Demonstrated ability to complete administrative tasks within the School of Communication
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education Demonstrated ability to balance teaching, research/creative activity, and administrative/service
Demonstrated experience in graduate curriculum development
Demonstrated experience in recruitment and retention of students
Demonstrated knowledge of graduate admissions and registration policies, regulations, and procedures
Demonstrated leadership experience in academe and the discipline
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants must complete a candidate profile. Applicants must also include a cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume. Applicants will remain active during the stated open period.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 03/06/2024
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date – Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 03/20/2024
Initial Screening Begins 03/21/2024
Rank Level Professor, Associate Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/68931
AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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