"Coordinator for Faculty Development"

Job Details

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community — an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here.

Overview

Coordinate and manage faculty development programming and engagement logistics, including orientations, faculty committees, and academic ceremonies.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage and process faculty development related purchasing and reimbursements. Track and report to the Associate Provost on budgets (sources and uses of funds) for faculty development related activities (such as faculty research, travel, discretionary funds, CAFR grants) and support the work of the faculty development committees. (25%)
2. Coordinate and manage all resources and logistical support for faculty development, programming and engagement. In collaboration with the Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs, responsible for communications about and execution of recurring and one-off faculty development programming including New Faculty Orientation, Department Chair Orientation, and faculty engagement opportunities, including provost and presidential committee participation, and relevant strategic initiatives. Assist the Associate Director of Faculty Support and Operations on campus-wide planning of academic ceremonies. (20%)
3. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Faculty Support and Operations, support logistics of faculty promotions and adjunct faculty hiring. Assist in processes related to adjunct contracts and hiring. (15%)
4. Responsible for web page and other communication needs for faculty development and hiring. In collaboration with the Sr. Director of Academic Communications serve as an additional editor for the Office of Academic Affairs and manage Academic Affairs committee webpage as well as Chairs and Director web pages. Assist in the posting of all faculty ads on the college career site. Advise with questions from applicants and reference providers. (15%)
5. Serve as the representative of Academic Affairs for faculty development software purchased, utilized, and supported by the Office of Academic Affairs. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Faculty Support and Operations, help manage the faculty database for communication and tracking (Interfolio or similar software), and provide support for college reporting on faculty activities. (15%)
6. Assist the Associate Director of Faculty Support and Operations in maintaining updates to the Faculty Handbook and accurate database/Banner information for faculty including but not limited to assigning new faculty members as instructors, managing terminal degree records, and updating new faculty records. Contribute to front office duties in tandem with the Coordinator of Academic Operations. (10%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Three to five years' previous administrative experience, preferably in higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of faculty development tools and software systems.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and prioritize assignments while managing multiple tasks.
• Ability to collaborate with others
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.