Associate Director, Center for Excellence in Peer Education

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title

Associate Director, Center for Excellence in Peer Education

Position Type

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Non-Faculty

Pay Band

5

Level

5

Department

Center for Excellence in Peer Education

Job Purpose

Supports the Director of the Center for Excellence in Peer Education (CEPE) on all administrative and personnel matters. Responsible for the interviewing and hiring of Peer Educators and peer education initiatives. Responsible for scheduling synthesis seminars for First Year Experience (FYE) courses and teaches TEDU-205 for peer educators. Meet with students, tracks first-year student performance, and creates reports as requested.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of related experience with student services in a higher education setting. Master’s degree in counseling, education or related field preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of peer education theory and principles; experience working directly with peer mentor and first year experience programs; excellent student service and problem solving skills; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to effectively train others; strong interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse populations related to higher education including students, parents, faculty and staff, and the public; knowledge of FERPA student privacy regulations.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

May be required to work some weekends, early mornings, or evening hours. Some overnight travel may be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary

*$46,019 - $58,000

Posting Date

04/24/2024

Closing Date

05/15/2024

Benefits

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
• Retirement
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full Benefits Package – Click Here

Open Until Filled

No

Posting Number

2024064

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15388

Job Duties

Job Duties

Activity

Organizes the interviewing and hiring process for new peer educators. Processes time sheets for all CEPE peer educators. Plans and implements ongoing training for peer educators. Meets regularly with Academic Experience peer educator groups and supervisors. Assists with the planning and execution of annual kick-off event for College of Charleston peer educators.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

30

Activity

Manages First Year Synthesis Seminar 101 scheduling, section development in Banner, OAKs course building and maintenance for all course sections, and assessment of program.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

20

Activity

Assists the Director with management of the Center, consulting with and providing support to the Director on daily operations, personnel matters, and policies and procedures. Manages the Center’s internet/intranet sites and social media accounts. Serves as Acting Director in Director’s absence. Trains and supervises front desk student workers.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

30

Activity

Teaches two sections of TEDU 205 (Exploring Leadership: Building Peer Facilitation Skills) each academic year.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

10

Activity

Participates in strategic planning, assessment, and implementing programs. Helps promote a team environment and monitors compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. Participates in regular staff meetings and professional development activities. Participates in campus programs, as needed. These may include and are not limited to New Student Orientation, Accepted Student Day, Open Houses, and Student Organization Fairs. Collaborates with other department directors within Academic Affairs and Student Affairs to disseminate prevalent campus information to peer educators. Responsible for serving on at least one internal committee and representing the Center as a liaison to schools, departments, and/or programs.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

10