Assistant Director of Life & Health Sciences, Student Advising and Success

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director of Life & Health Sciences, Student Advising and Success – Jupiter, FL.

Responsible to the Director or an Associate Director, Academic Support Services or appropriate administrator. Responsible for development and direction of one or more academic support services functions.  May function for the Director or Associate Director in his/her absence, as required.  Develops and recommends policies relating to assigned areas of responsibility.  Coordinates the development, implementation and interpretation of operating procedures.  Assists in insuring that the goals and objectives for the department, university, and SUS are communicated and achieved.  Recommends, operating budgetary needs for assigned areas of responsibility.  Responsible for liaison activities among functional area(s) and other departments.  May serve on university or SUS committees. Coordinates the completion of studies and the preparation of reports.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Advise 150 students in the Fall and Spring semesters, including use of advising tools such as EAB Navigate.

• Teach 1 course in the Fall and Spring semesters based on an in-person, hybrid, or remote instructional modality, including use of Canvas.

• Coordinate the Pre-Health Advising program for WHC students with FAU academic partners and healthcare partners in the community on a regular basis, supporting the exploration of a broad range of healthcare occupations and career interests.

• Assist the Director of Student Services with student graduation audits during the final months of each fall and spring semester.

• Serve as an advisor or reader of senior honors theses in the life/health sciences on an annual basis.

• Assist the Director of Student Services and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs with student petitions in the life/health sciences on a regular basis.

• Collaborate with college admissions staff and other entities on student recruitment events and activities on a periodic basis.

• Collaborate with college administration and staff on the design and execution of retention and graduation strategies in the life/health sciences on a regular basis.

• Assist the Dean with development and fundraising initiatives on a periodic basis.

• Other duties as assigned.

The Honors College at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. 

FAU Benefits and Perks: 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program – https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service  

• Flexible work arrangement plans – https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php  

• Sick Leave Pool Program 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day – https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf  

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty – Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU’s amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php  

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of experience required.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Doctoral degree in a life or health science discipline.
Experience teaching courses in higher education.
Experience advising students in higher education.
Professional experience in the healthcare sector.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Honors College

Location:

John D. MacArthur Campus – Jupiter

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2024-03-01

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.