Director of Continuing Education

General Job Brief The Director of Continuing Education will have a terminal degree and be a talented academic administrator with an entrepreneurial spirit.
As an administrator the director will be responsible for developing and managing a robust continuing education program at Arizona Christian University.
The director will also serve as an instructor and be responsible for teaching and curriculum development.
This role requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through classroom instruction and person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.
Prerequisite Qualifications: Applicants must possess a terminal degree At least 2 years of experience teaching in a higher education setting The position requires experience in academic leadership and program development Experience with various instructional delivery systems including integration of technology into coursework Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work both independently and as part of a team Strong written and oral presentation skills Strong organizational skills Evidence of a Christian commitment with interest in and ability to integrate orthodox biblical principles and learning Typical Duties (The following duties are those typically required to do the job but are not intended to include all duties that comprise the job content.
Typical duties are intended to illustrate the diversity and levels of difficulty of the job.
) To act as an advocate for the mission and vision of ACU and as the representative of continuing education to the ACU administration and outside constituencies.
To serve as a member of the faculty and teach 2 classes per semester (4 classes per year).
To meaningfully advance the recruitment of students and the growth of ACU's continuing education programs through coordination with ACU recruiting staff, attendance at recruiting events, communication with prospective students, and other methods.
Assist the VPAA in strategic planning and growth initiatives To develop written syllabi and required course materials.
To evaluate the subject matter taught and maintenance of student records.
To prepare and grade exams.
To maintain office hours to advise and assist students.
To participate in departmental and university-wide meetings.
To provide spiritual support and prayer to students and staff.
To participate in curriculum and program development and assessment.
Other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Working Conditions Requires the ability to read, write, see, hear, and speak clearly Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, reach or sit for long periods of time Requires working on a computer, PC or laptop; ability to work these and office related equipment May be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds Ability and Skills (Classification is typically expected to possess or show potential of satisfactory development when placed in the job.
) Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems Commitment to the University's faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply: All applicants must subscribe to ACU's statement of faith and Core Commitments.
Applicants may use ACU's online hiring portal, iSolved, or may send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, personal statement of faith, statement of teaching and advising philosophy, and the names of three professional references (including email addresses and phone numbers) by mail or email to: Human Resources Office Arizona Christian University 1 W Firestorm Way Glendale, AZ 85306 Human.
resources@arizonachristian.
edu