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Instructor/Special Projects Coordinator

Employer
Murray State University
Location
Kentucky, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Jun 25, 2021

This is a 10-month position beginning each August through May.

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for coordinating special projects for the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology. Specifically, this position will focus on revenue-generating academic programs and student recruitment initiatives.

• Work with the college and departments in student recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Work with the college and departments on diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Teach up to three (3) courses in chosen field, preferably within the JCSET, per year (if assigned).
• Serve on the collegiate leadership team, working directly with the Dean’s office and all departments.
• Work with Branding and Marketing strategies for new initiatives and programs.
• Work with dean, assistant dean and chairs on identification of revenue-generating academic programs.
• Once identified, work with faculty members on assisting with new course(s) preparation.
• Some travel and evening/weekend work required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements:    
• Master’s degree is required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:    
• One year of experience managing projects is required.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies is required.
• Strong team building, negotiation and consensus building skills; strong oral and written communication skills is required.
• Integrity, high ethical standards, and demonstrated record of treating others with respect and dignity is required.
• An understanding of the entrepreneurial process is required.
• Knowledge of computers, software, online learning platforms and webpage development is required.
• Familiarity and comfort level with regional public schools and community colleges is required.
• Ability to travel and effectively handle multiple priorities is required.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to self-direct and work independently is required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:    
• Degree within a field of experience in the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology is preferred.
• Two years of experience working in a professional, customer-oriented environment, preferably in higher education, and experience in project coordination/management preferred.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

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