Director of the Eagle STEM Scholars Program

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, Geology & the Environment, the Director coordinates all aspects of Winthrop’s critically important and increasingly acclaimed Eagle STEM Scholars Program. Incumbent develops and implements scholar recruitment efforts; monitors student progress; leads and manages day-to-day operations; develops and implements data-driven metrics and tools to increase program effectiveness; works with leaders to identify and implement key initiatives; supervises up to eight student and staff employees; manages summer activities; mentors and serves as a role model for students; works closely with families and faculty; and represents the program in the local and broader communities.

Management and Administration

• Develops, manages and markets a recruitment and data management plan for the program, which serves 50 to 70 students annually.
• Supervises up to eight student and staff employees.
• Oversees development and distribution of program collateral.
• Oversees development and implementation of a dedicated website and electronic application process.
• Represents Winthrop in making presentations to external groups; briefs oversight panels on program progress; and serves as program liaison to academic deans, faculty and staff.
  
  

Recruitment

• Develops a data-based approach to year-round recruitment and works with faculty to award academic scholarships.
• Develops and implements networking strategies to identify prospective participants.
• Conducts recruitment and outreach efforts at high schools, homes, campus open houses and other settings.
• Serves as key liaison to the university’s Enrollment Management & Marketing division.
  
  

Coordinator of Eagle STEM Activities

• Teaches a freshman seminar course for first-year scholars.
• Monitors the academic progress and oversees support for Eagle STEM scholars.
• Hires and supervises program assistants, academic study hall tutors, and summer peer mentors.
• Oversees summer bridge planning and implementation and coordination of summer student activities.
• Coordinates with faculty on all aspects of the program.
• Develops and implements activities to transition students from Winthrop into doctoral programs and employment and provides service learning and other professional development activities for students.
  
  

Collaborates with Faculty and Staff

• Develops extramural funding proposals.
• Works with University Advancement and potential donors on funding for program initiatives.
• Teams with other key groups on campus to leverage campus resources and maximize program efforts.
  
  

Data Management and Reporting on Student Outcomes

• Develops and implements plans for tracking scholars’ in-program achievements and post-baccalaureate placements.
• Reports outcomes to internal and external groups.
• Uses data to inform continuous program improvement.
  
  

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics or information systems/science.
• At least two years of work experience in the degree area and/or a college/university setting.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge, ability and demonstrated passion for advising/assisting college students.
• Ability to coordinate and manage, in parallel, multiple complex tasks, staff and programs.
• Evidence of potential for successfully managing people.
• Effective presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to present program goals effectively and passionately serve as program advocate.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Banner, Blackboard or similar academic enterprise software system.
• Budgeting experience.
• Recruiting and/or advising experience.
• Experience networking with multiple organizations and at various levels across an organization.
• Experience solving problems/resolving issues in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  
  

Additional Comments

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/16479 .

Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.