Senior Project Coordinator, Executive Programs - Florida Atlantic University

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Position Summary:


Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator, Executive Programs - Boca Raton, FL.




The FAU College of Business is one of the largest AACSB-accredited colleges of business in the United States with more than 8,000 students. The college has seven departments and an impressive offering of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (including Ph.D.) as well as many online, executive, and certificate programs. For more information about the FAU College of Business, please visit http://business.fau.edu.




The Senior Project Coordinator position entails a broad range of administrative, project coordination, & communication tasks.




Summary of Responsibilities:



+ Develop, organize, and provide training manuals and processes for team members with the department CRM System.


+ Develop implementation strategy and schedule for new CRM System rollout and maintenance.


+ Create an intranet/resource hub for Executive Education.


+ Assist with course design and ensure quality control is achieved.


+ Develop milestone timelines to meet annual deadlines in data collection for ranking recognition.


+ Create training aids for the Executive Education department.


+ Responsible for creating Surveys as needed to collect data


+ Develop and manage departmental project schedules, ensuring all tasks are completed on time.


+ Monitors project progress and addresses any issues that arise. Assists with the identification of completion shortfalls.


+ Acts as the point of contact and communicates the project status to relevant stakeholders. Communicate timeline changes and new information to the project team.


+ Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports. Ensures all needed documentation is current and properly filed and stored.


+ Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that could derail the project or present areas of concern for the department.


+ Facilitate project meetings to keep all departments and constituents informed of progress and provide timely updates as needed.


+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the project’s success.


+ Supports special requests, emerging projects, and one-time events related to the Executive Education Department.


+ Analyzes and updates policies and resources on the website, creating efficiencies concerning procedures and clarity in descriptions of processes and resources for ease of understanding.


+ Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean, Assistant Director or Director.





The College of Business at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.




FAU Benefits and Perks:


If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:



+ Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.


+ State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.


+ State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service


+ Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php


+ Sick Leave Pool Program


+ Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).


+ Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf


+ Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).





For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php




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Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.


Excellent written and verbal communication skills


Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision making.


Critical thinking and high organizational skills


Strong interpersonal skills


High degree of accuracy and attention to detail


Customer service orientation and negotiation skills


Proficiency in English and in MS Office Suite


Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines


Data entry skills





Salary:

$70,000 to $75,000 per year.





College or Department:

College of Business – Executive Education





Location:

Boca Raton





Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.





Application Deadline:

2025-01-05





Special Instructions to Applicant:

Special Instructions to Applicants: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711


Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents will result in disqualification.


Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.




With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.




To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu




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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.




Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.




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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers


Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.