Coordinator, Academic Programs (19894)

Job ID: 5113

Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M
University’s College of Agriculture and Food Sciences is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Coordinator,
Academic Programs vacancy.

Responsibilities

Aids in the liaison between the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences and all offices involved with
scholarship programs especially the USDA 1890 Scholarship program at FAMU to ensure excellence; Develops and administers the processes used
to notify qualified applicants to apply for scholarships awarded by scholarship and other award programs; Implements the processes developed
for selecting scholars and distributing funds; Coordinates the awarding of scholarships; and performs follow-up to ensure that scholarships
are awarded to students as directed by college policies.

Maintains the tracking system for scholarship expenditures and
the database developed to record all awarded scholarships to ensure accurate documentation and produces a report each semester; Assists the
academic programs in monitoring the scholars’ academic progress and helps scholars identify support systems as required; Communicates with
students to resolve scholarship concerns and direct them and parents when necessary to the appropriate units and/or persons for additional
discussions about resolving their concerns; Coordinates with all CAFS programs, including academic and student support, to ensure that the
scholars receive promised support in soft skills development, career counseling, internship preparation, and mentoring; Generate data driven
reports on all scholarship programs as required by the agencies providing the scholarships; Be willing to perform any other duties as
directed by the College Leadership to ensure the success of scholarship programs In the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences; and keep
continuously monitoring and be aware of changes in the education systems as related to their potential impact on the welfare of
students.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience; or a master’s degree
in appropriate area of specialization.

Recommended Competencies

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;

Ability to analyse and evaluate
data and create reports;

Ability to interpret academic program requirements and provide
advice;

Able to problem solve issues regarding academics, students,and scholarship. Must be able to pay close attention
to detail;
Ability to design, execute, and assess outreach plans to inform students of available opportunities and create new
opportunities;
Ability to efficiently prioritize tasks and meet strict application and reporting deadlines;

Ability
to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices;
Ability to adjust to policy changes and
evolving requirements;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the College, University,
and associated partners; and,

Ability to adhere to all university regulations on data
confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent Knowledge of academic resources available to students;

Excellent knowledge of
college and university operations, especially as related to financial aid;
Excellent knowledge of data systems and proficient in
analyzing scholarship and related data;
Excellent oral and written communication skills and competence in Microsoft Office and
PeopleSoft; and,
Excellent collaborative skills to work with faculty and staff to provide excellent service to
students.

Anticipated Salary Range

$50,000
to $60,000/yearly

Licenses and Certifications

This position requires a background check and/or fingerprinting.

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P)
position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records,
reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must
be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal
right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You
will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of
employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in
service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S.
Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the
State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide
documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must
include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self
Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records
law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you
require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal
Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please
contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Time Limited
Position

This position is “time-limited”. Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant,
auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with
the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or
grant.

Contact Information

Neil James,
Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Academic Programs
College of Agriculture and Food Sciences

neil.james@famu.edu
(850) 561-2127

Schedule

Daily from 8 AM to 5 PM

Total hours per week:
40

Veterans’

Preference will be given to
eligible Veterans’ and spouses of Veterans’ as required by Florida Statutes.

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