Assistant Director of Academic Programs

Position DetailsPosition InformationJob TypeNon-FacultyPosition TitleAssistant Director of Academic ProgramsPosition NumberE99943DepartmentProfessional and Continuing StudiesLocationMorehouse College - Atlanta, GAPosition SummaryThe Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education (MCEE) seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Programs & Strategic Initiatives to oversee all aspects of academic programs including hiring staff and consultants, budgeting, advertising, setting program scope and deadlines, and delegating tasks to program teams.Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Education or related field.Preferred QualificationsPreferred Education/ExperienceRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust be able to demonstrate professionalism and excellent customer serviceMust possess excellent written and communication skillsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be a self-starter and able to work independentlyMust be able to maintain student and personnel confidentialityMust be able to manage multiple projects and prioritiesMust be able to coordinate and manage schedules and calendarMust be proficient in software programs and platforms used by Morehouse College, specifically, Banner, Blackboard, Box, Microsoft SuitePhysical Demands Frequent walking, standing, or sitting as required Occasional evenings and weekends hours may be requiredEssential Duties/ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties/Responsiblities1. Communicates with and responds to student, faculty, administrator, and staff program issues, questions, challenges, and opportunities.2. Validates data and tracks the enrollment growth of the education program and the satisfaction of the current students for all non-faculty/academic components.3. Cultivates, grows, and maintains relationships with alumni in education.4. Communicates with prospective education students, processes application materials.5. Serves and provides guidance, counseling, and advisement to students in the education program regarding requirements for the major, processes, and policies (e.g., orientation, course selection, registration, etc.)6. Identifies opportunities and resolves challenges influencing program success, student and stakeholder satisfaction.7. Communicates and collaborates with the MCEE program team, other academic departments, admin, staff, faculty, and other Morehouse units.8. Monitors program activities, identifies challenges and opportunities, and reports the information to the Director and team, as requested.9. Organizes, participates, contributes, and leads program staff meetings, information sessions, orientations, and other MCEE sponsored related events.10. Liaises with community partners, education partners, and other key stakeholders.11. Assists in the development of new education courses, experiential, and co-curricular initiatives.12. Develops and maintains a database of placement sites for student internships, fellowships, and residencies.13. Manages the process to match students with career and graduate program placement opportunities.Percentage Of Time100Posting Detail InformationPosting NumberS1451PNumber of Vacancies1Job Open Date08/04/2026Job Close DateOpen Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions SummaryEEO Statement SummaryMorehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.