"Academic Programs Administrator"

Job Details

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4934P

Home Org Name
Chemical Engineering

Division Name
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering

Position Title
Academic Programs Administrator

Job Class Code
AA02A/B/C

Appointment Status
Full-time

Job Summary

The College of Engineering’s Chemical Engineering department is seeking applications for an Academic Program Administrator. This position will be responsible for collaborating with the Director and staff to support academic programs within the Chemical Engineering department through high-level administrative program support responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Assists and supports the Department Chair and the Graduate Program Officers for the Chemical Engineering Department and the Polymer and Fiber Engineering Program with communications, awards, documents, databases and reports.
• Assists the Chemical Engineering Graduate Recruiting Committee with recruitment on and off campus of Graduate Students, manages acceptances and declinations, creates and updates reports and databases, corresponds with and responds to potential applicants, and collaborates with the department and college marketing and communications liaisons to develop recruiting, marketing and communication materials.
• Coordinates and organizes the Graduate Program’s professional organization and student development activities related to membership, meeting scheduling, and ensuring resources are available.
• Coordinates program/services activities for the department Graduate Program to ensure relevant guidelines, specifications, policy and/or procedures are enforced and followed.
• Provides information to and facilitates communication between administrators, faculty, staff, and students concerning programs/services for the department’s Graduate Program.
• Facilitates onboarding activities, events and programs for incoming Graduate Students, and collaborates with department partners to enhance and streamline the students’ onboarding experience; facilitates the off-boarding process as Graduate Students complete and graduate from their respective program.
• Advises and mentors Graduate Students; meets with Graduate Students each semester to review their academic progress; maintains accurate and confidential files, databases, curriculum plans and reports.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Level I: Bachelor’s degree
Level II: Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years experience in project or program administration.
Level III : Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years experience in project or program administration.

Substitutions Allowed for Education: When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Technology Skills

Have demonstrated knowledge of financial management, the ability to successfully work both independently and in a team environment, and proficiency in MS Office & Excel are critical.

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Experience in higher education and Auburn University’s administrative systems, policies and procedures.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$40,200 - $76,540

Job Category
Academic Advising/Support

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

Posting Date
12/03/2025