Program Officer—Faculty Development
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About Our Client:
Founded in 1989, this national organization invests in Native students and tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) to improve lives and communities. It provides scholarships and holistic support to Native students and collaborates with TCUs to enhance their capacity in academic programs, business operations, community engagement, Native arts, and faculty development.2.
About the Opportunity:
The Program Officer—Faculty Development is responsible for expanding faculty development programming and implementing a faculty success strategy. This role supports tribal college faculty by providing technical assistance, coaching, and resources to help them excel as educators, scholars, and leaders. The position involves managing multiple programs and engaging with a broad network of faculty, administrators, and funders.3.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the faculty professional development grant program across 34 TCUsCreate and facilitate faculty communities of practice
- Develop and implement courses and workshops for faculty
- Identify faculty development needs and connect faculty with mentors and resources
- Plan and host virtual writing retreats each semester
- Oversee writing and publishing mentorship programs
- Assist with faculty conference planning and logistics
- Co-administer fellowship programs
- Identify opportunities for faculty to share research and knowledge
- Collect and analyze program data to assess impact
- Contribute to grant proposals and progress reports
- Document and communicate program achievements internally and externally
- Conduct faculty needs assessments through surveys and discussions
- Produce reports, briefs, web content, press releases, and blogs
- Maintain accurate records and tracking systems
- Manage faculty newsletter content and dissemination
- Update and maintain faculty web pages
- Travel to tribal colleges and conferences to engage with faculty
- Monitor budgets and grant deliverables
- Collaborate with public education teams to highlight faculty achievements
- Maintain relationships with staff, stakeholders, and funders4.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum five years of professional experience
- At least two years of higher education experience working with or as faculty or in a related role
- Demonstrated ability to design, plan, and implement faculty support programs
- Strong program and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:
The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
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