Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies, Schaefer School of Engineering and Science

Job Description

Working under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, the Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Schaefer School of Engineering and Science (SES) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Undergraduate Studies area and collaborates with the Associate Dean, associate department chairs for undergraduate studies, faculty, and staff to further develop and enhance the Schaefer School's undergraduate academic programs. The Associate Director assists with curriculum development, coordinates Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (UGCC) activities, monitors enrollment and graduation performance, and coordinates and tracks curriculum submissions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the SES Undergraduate Studies area, including: Serve as the primary point of contact for SES departments and Stevens offices/divisions regarding undergraduate matters, including the Office of Undergraduate Academics, Division of Enrollment Management, Office of Student Affairs, and the Office of the Registrar. Supervise the part-time Coordinator. Oversee the coordination, planning, and budget of various Engineering Core Curriculum courses. Oversee and manage meetings of the SES Dean's Undergraduate Student Advisory Committee. Oversee and manage senior design-related information required for the annual Innovation Expo. Oversee the planning and execution of the annual Order of the Engineer Ceremony. Plan, direct, and manage special projects and events.

• Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, and in collaboration with department chairs and associate department chairs, support the Schaefer School's undergraduate academic programs by: Providing support and guidance on the development of new academic programs and curriculum modifications. Coordinating and tracking curriculum submissions and updates for the Schaefer School through the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (UGCC) and ABET accreditation process using CourseDog. Supporting departments with assessment processes, including outcome and exit surveys, in support of ABET accreditation. Supporting evaluation strategies to monitor undergraduate enrollment and graduation performance and providing analyses for departments and academic programs. Communicating new, revised, or updated academic procedures and policies to departments, associate department chairs, and academic advisors.

• Represent the Schaefer School on university committees, including: Academic Advising Council Office of Undergraduate Academics Workday Student Operations Committee Student Transition Committee Student-Facing Staff Committee

• Serve as Co-Chair, with the Assistant Director of Graduate Studies, of the SES Academic Advisor Group to coordinate information sharing and alignment across all academic departments.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

Preferred Education

• Master's degree.

Required Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in higher education administration or a related field demonstrating progressively responsible administrative experience.

Preferred Experience

• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in higher education administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and positively influence a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Ability to partner with leadership to develop strategies that support organizational goals.

• Ability to produce high-quality work while managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

• Strong customer service orientation with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, correspondence, and reports.

• Experience working with higher education technology platforms preferred.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.

Department

SES Undergraduate Studies

Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $81,600.00 - $111,533.33. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

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EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. 

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.