at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Program Director (Asst. Director, Faculty Affairs & Curriculum) - College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Program Director (Asst. Director, Faculty Affairs & Curriculum) - College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Hiring Department: Literature, Cult & Ling Admin
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025979
Posting Close Date: June 21, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
This position is responsible for the day-to-day administrative, programmatic and human resources operations of the School of Literatures, Cultural Studies and Linguistics. Initiates and assists in the development and implementation of policies which effect curriculum development, course planning, program assessment, and faculty affairs.
Duties & Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the Director, the Associate Director and the Executive Officers, conceptualize and initiate programmatic and curricular development at the undergraduate and graduate level. This includes revising current academic programs and developing new programs.
Oversee the scheduling of courses, monitoring course availability, coordinating courses among the units within the School, and monitoring enrollment.
In collaboration with departmental Executive Officers, oversee and coordinate teaching assignments of lecturers, TAs and faculty. Make recommendations for hiring, long-term planning, and programming.
Analyze data and trends; Prepare reports and projections and makes recommendations.
Assist in drafting proposals for new program initiatives.
Monitor program assessment for all majors and minors. Make recommendations for changes and improvement.
Oversee the placement testing process for the School and liaise with LAS advising as needed.
Develop and direct fundraising initiatives and outreach to potential donors, foundations, alumni, cultural institutions, ethnic organizations.
In collaboration with the Director, research, write and present reports to consortia and professional academic organizations.
Write, edit, and/or distribute hardcopy and electronic promotional materials, letters, grant proposals, applications, and School newsletter. Oversee the content of departmental and school web pages.
Prepare all promotion and tenure cases and mid-probationary reviews.
Review and process sabbatical applications, tenure-roll back applications; sabbatical reports.
Oversee implementation of faculty searches for tenure, clinical and visiting faculty.
Oversee faculty grievance process.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree.
A total of three (3) years (36 months) demonstrated experience in a foreign language represented in the School of LCSL (ex.... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
