CARE Program Director - Instructional Specialist I, 12 Month Salaried

Department

Center for Academic Retention & Enhancement

Responsibilities

The Program Director (Instructional Specialist 1) provides leadership and support for designated initiatives, programs, and services within the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (CARE). The position serves as a member of the CARE senior management team and supports the development, implementation, and assessment of programs designed to advance student academic achievement, engagement, persistence, and success. Specific responsibilities include:

Instructional

• Coordinate the development and delivery of academic courses and instructional initiatives associated with the various programs administered by CARE.
• Serve as instructor of record for assigned student success focused courses within CARE.
• Lead design and implementation of academic support, student engagement, and other high-impact learning experiences aligned with departmental goals and student needs.
• Provide direct academic support, guidance, and referrals to students to promote academic achievement, persistence, and successful completion of CARE requirements.
• Develop and maintain instructional partnerships with faculty, academic departments, university offices, and community organizations to expand learning opportunities and strengthen student success.

Administrative & Operational

• Provide supervision to full-time and part-time staff with assigned CARE academic initiatives, programs, and services.
• Collaborate on departmental strategic planning, staffing decisions, budget development, resource allocation, and the creation and implementation of program policies and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate student participation, academic progress, program outcomes to inform decision-making.
• Provide oversight for assigned strategic partnerships focused on undergraduate research programming to include faculty engagement, student recruitment and student funding.

Scholarship/Continuous Improvement Activities

• Conduct program evaluation and applied research related to CARE initiatives and the academic success of first-generation, limited-income, and other focused student populations.
• Collaborate on presentations, reports, publications, and other dissemination activities related to student success practices and program outcomes.

Qualifications

Masters degree and 3+ years of experience in higher education, research practice, instruction, or academic support.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in higher education, research practice, instruction, or academic support.
• Demonstration of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a community, and the ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to provide subject matter expertise and counsel others.
• Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Ability to train and supervise employees.

Contact Info

Dr. McDonald or Dr. Wright

University Information

One of the nations elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Note: A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience is also required as part of your submission

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.