Academic Director

Job Details:
Level: Experienced.

Job Location:

TN - Lakeland, TN 33801. Position Type:
Full Time. Education Level: Master's Degree. Travel Percentage:
None. Job Shift: Day. Job Category:
Education.

The Academic Director reports directly to the Associate Director, SEU Network and works closely with the university’s enrollment/student affairs personnel at the campus location as well as the Campus Director. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, oversight of all academic operations. The position requires living within driving distance of the church-based campus. Applicants must also be members or be willing to become members of the site-hosting church.

• Reports to:
  
  Associate Director, SEU Network
• Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
• Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

• Strategy, Culture, & Processes – In collaboration with the Dean & Chief Operations Officer and church leadership, develops and implements long-range, academic plans for the campus. Nurtures an academic culture at the campus to ensure a healthy learning environment. Develops and maintains standard operating procedures to ensure the successful implementation of the academic plan.
• Personnel Management – Provides direct supervision for all academic southeastern university personnel at the campus location, including full-time, part-time, and student worker employees. Implements staff feedback and development processes.
• Church & Community Relationships – Serves as the primary liaison between the university and the site-hosting church on academic matters. Attends church planning, ministry, and social events, where appropriate. Monitors the student practicum program to ensure alignment with SEU curriculum and culture. Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders and serves as a voice for the university.
• Academic Programs Oversight – Provides timely responses and initiates input regarding the academic programs, support systems, and other academic resources for the campus. Utilizes the University academic calendar to plan and execute the annual campus calendar.
• Faculty Oversight & Development – Develops a local adjunct faculty population for face‑to‑face instruction. Connects faculty with university resources. Directs the ongoing evaluation and development of campus faculty, utilizing resources from the university. Initiates review of applicant’s documentation and performs preliminary interview. In collaboration with the Academic Affairs Office, collects and transmits application documentation, transcripts, and curriculum vitae on behalf of the university.
• Curriculum Management – In coordination with the Dean and Academic Affairs teams, implements processes related to efficient course scheduling. Ensures controls to maintain the quality and comparability of curriculum. Ensures face‑to‑face instruction is properly scheduled, hosted, and evaluated.
• Student Development Support – In collaboration with the Dean and Academic Affairs teams, ensures students are properly supported in course registration, academic advising, financial aid, and general student development services. Identifies and supports social, emotional, and spiritual growth opportunities for students.
• Training & Communication – Hosts local training opportunities for campus personnel, faculty, and students. Ensures ongoing communication with faculty, staff, and students. Serves as the first level in the grievance process for all constituents. Ensures timely responses throughout all university processes.
• Enrollment Management – Assists Enrollment Management in the recruitment of students, as requested.
• Marketing and Recruitment – Supports the promotion of the local regional campus program in collaboration with University admissions and marketing teams. Ensures ongoing compliance with University marketing guidelines and policies.
• Practicum Program – Ensures the development and maintenance of a practicum program according to SEU standards. Identifies ministry supervisors or mentors who oversee student activities and assists with training of said individuals.

• Required:
  
  Master’s degree in any…