Academic Partnerships Coordinator - 525341
The University of Alabama

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $44,200 - Midpoint: $55,300 (Salaried E6)

Department/Organization: 215101 - Dean's Office-Graduate School

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm; occasional evenings & weekends

Job Summary: The Academic Partnerships Coordinator supports collaborative partnerships between a college/school with another college/school or external academic partners, such as other universities, colleges, agencies, etc.

Additional Department Summary: Supports two University of Alabama outreach programs. The Strategic Graduate Partnerships initiative (SGPI) involves building academic bridges between University departments and other universities' programs across Alabama whose students may have an interest in The University's graduate degrees. The federally funded Alabama LSAMP program supports students in STEM fields at 9 Alabama colleges/universities. Develops and co-directs programs and events for students and faculty. Initiates and facilitates communications. Serves in the lead role for the SGPI Summer Bridge undergraduate research program. Supervises and leads the SGPI support team. Attends recruitment events on behalf of the Graduate School. Reports to the Executive Director of Academic Partnerships

May require some travel, primarily in-state. May require occasional evening or weekend work during particular programs.

The continuation of this position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

Interested applicants should submit resume and cover letter.

Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Relationship and program building skills. Interest in increasing access to higher education for Alabama students.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduate degree. Experience with Concur and Slate. Event planning experience.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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