Academic Program Support Specialist - Department of Social Work, Human Services and MSPO

Job Title:

Academic Program Support Specialist - Department of Social Work, Human Services and MSPO

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? 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 over 50,000 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!

Primary Location for Job Responsibilities 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 and may be responsible for the program or department's purchasing card (PCard)
• 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 student assistants

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

• One (1) year of work experience related to the position

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

• Previous experience with program development and coordination
• Previous experience in higher education

The budgeted salary range is $45,900- $51,480 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit- (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..php

• 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…