Academic Program Support Specialist - Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education

Overview

Job Title:

Academic Program Support Specialist - Department of Health Promotion and Physical Education

Location:

Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia.

We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university s vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice.

We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Plans and implements program initiatives for the assigned college, academic department, and/or academic unit. Participates in the generation of program resources, communication, design and development of operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point for program implementation and operational matters. Provides technical, professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support.

• Develops, plans and coordinates the implementation and execution of programs, special projects, events and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the assigned program(s) and/or department(s)
• Oversees and administers all facets and activities related to day-to-day operations of the assigned program(s) and/or departments
• Serves as liaison with internal and external clients on all matters relating to program and/or department activities
• Provides, administers and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus
• Assists with forecast projections and budget for each fiscal year and evaluates progress towards financial goals
• Prepares and delivers presentations and collateral for program and/or department and events
• Coordinates and administers the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data, prepares comprehensive program reports and evaluation summaries
• May coordinate, administer and monitor social media presence and program outreach
• May supervise and/or lead assigned staff and/or students assistants

• Educational Requirements
  Bachelor s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
• Required Experience
  One (1) year of work experience related to the position

• Preferred Educational Qualifications
  An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Preferred Experience
  Previous experience with program development and coordination
• Previous experience in higher education

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  Able to make administrative and/or procedural decisions and judgments
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
• Able to devise, develop, collect and analyze statistical information and reports

KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus

Skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..…