"Outreach Programs Administrator"

Outreach Programs Administrator

Company:
Auburn University

Job Location:
Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category:
Extension and Outreach

Type:
Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4967P

Home Org Name: Professional & Continuing Edu-Other

Division Name: Assoc Prov & VP for Outreach

Job Class Code: CA06A-B

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Auburn University is seeking an Administrator of Outreach Programs to Direct Summer Programs! The candidate in this position will develop, plan, schedule, administer, and evaluate the multiple processes involved in providing professional and continuing education programs and summer youth programs.

Essential Functions

• Customer service contact with academic enrichment camps, campus services entities such as dining, housing, and facilities; communication with continuing education personnel, summer youth program developers, summer staff, and clients to determine course logistics.
• Event management for large and small groups of varying ages.
• Effective marketing and promotion of programs to potential participants.
• Generation of new sources of revenue.
• Responsible financial management of new and existing programs.
• Position also requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to maintain financial records in accordance with university policy, effective management of support staff and student workers.
• Evening and weekend work (which may include being on call to address situations which may arise after regular work hours) during summer months (June & July).
• Ability to lift and carry program materials (including, but not limited to, books, projectors, computers), will also be required.
• The successful candidate will be able to articulate an appreciation for the mission of a land grant university and relate the mission to the scope and purpose of a fee-for-service continuing education unit.
• A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is required.
• Recruit, hire and train Staff/Counselors.

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

Level I- Bachelor's degree in discipline appropriate to position.
Level II- Bachelor's degree in discipline appropriate to position plus 2 years of experience in the design, implementation, delivery and management of educational programs/services.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, a strong appreciation for the ethic of customer service,
• Able to simultaneously manage multiple projects and deadlines, and appreciate diversity among constituent groups
• Possess strong computer skills and be able to apply problem-solving techniques to the management of programs
• Positive, team-oriented attitude; an entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to think creatively.

Minimum License and Certifications

• A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience designing, delivering, and managing youth programs, conferences, and events for targeted populations or constituents.
• Experience identifying new program ideas and revenue streams.
• Conducting needs assessments.
• Managing financial records.
• Large-scale event management.
• Familiarity with delivery techniques for distance education programs.
• Desired focus of education in Business, Public Administration, Education, Communication Studies, Marketing, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Family and Child Development.

Salary Range: $38,330- $63,240

Job Category: Administrative

City position is located in
Auburn

State position is located
AL

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Special Instructions to Applicants

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