CLAS Voyage Program Specialist - College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (Full-time, 12 month Adjunct)
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Job no: 494672
Position type: EAP - 12-Month Adjunct AP (Administrative Professional)
Location: Allendale
Categories: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
SUMMARY:
This position is a key aspect of the launch of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences strategic plan, particularly the CLAS Voyage. This position will support the CLAS Center for Experiential Learning and the Faculty Fellows to ensure a timely launch of the curricular arc called the Voyage (www.gvsu.edu/ccel). They will collaborate and manage aspects of projects and communication needs and facilitate the completion of tasks from across the college.
This position is currently funded through June 30, 2024 with the possibility of future funding and/or conversion to a full-time, regular position with benefits.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Coordinates to plan, prioritize, and track projects related to the CLAS Vision, Commitments and Action Plan;
- Support the administrative needs of the start-up CLAS Center for Experiential Learning, including processing reservations, financial transactions; and scheduling, attending and recording meetings with multiple stakeholders;
- Interface with CLAS Faculty Fellows, Dean’s Office staff, and other stakeholders to collaboratively coordinate projects;
- Budget and track expenditures for each pilot project and for CCEL overall;
- Identify and collaboratively write grants and other funding proposals to support the work of CCEL in the interim, and long-term;
- Co-lead the CLAS Alumni-in-Residence Program;
- Performs other duties as required/assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 year’s experience in a higher education setting working with academic and/or student affairs, specifically working with faculty;
- Previous documented project management success. Certification or formal training in project management (PMP, Scrum, or similar) preferred;
- Experience in designing, planning, and running events;
- Knowledge and experience with digital and MS Office tools, in particular MS Teams;
- High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, time-management, organizational, writing, speaking and reasoning skills;
- Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills;
- Experience in grant writing, management, and reporting preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Normal office environment. Some travel may be required. Some evening and weekend events may be necessary. Some remote work may be possible.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.
- The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary: $55,000 - $62,000, commensurate with experience
Location: Allendale
Application Deadline: Application review to begin March 18. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
How To Apply: Please include a letter that specifically addresses how your skills, education, and experience relate to the position announcement and a resume. The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. On the application, you will be required to provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three professional references. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215
Grand Valley State University has a COVID-19 Vaccine policy that requires all faculty, staff and students to be vaccinated. New hires will be expected to adhere to the policy unless they are eligible for allowable exemptions or postponement. We will require proper documentation upon hire. Up-to-date information can be found on our Lakers Together website.
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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