The Academic Coordinator, Sport and Fitness Management Programs, assists the Dean of Academic Affairs with planning and guiding the development of program curricula and assessment strategies. This position manages class schedules and academic projects, conducts faculty hiring and training, and advises students. The Academic Coordinator is proficient in the use of Canvas (learning management system), exam proctoring systems, data collection and analysis, and database management.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Manage the development of comprehensive Sport and Fitness Managementprogram curricula and assessment strategies.

2. Design and implement comprehensive academic advising and support services for students in hybrid and online courses.

3. Develop the schedule of courses each term and assign faculty.

4. Host student orientation and meetings each term.

5. Monitor the student registration process to ensure accuracy and efficiency in meeting student needs.

6. Monitor student attendance and student academic progress.

7. Advise students who withdraw from courses and improve processes to increase retention.

8. Assist and support the University’s assessment and accreditation functions.

9. Host faculty orientation and various meetings throughout each term

10. Maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Sport and Fitness Managementprograms

11. Prepare and submit academic reports for the Sport and Fitness Managementprograms each term.

12. Assist the Dean of Academic Affairs in implementing campus policies that promote professional development and retention of a highly qualified and diverse faculty.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

2. Strong collaboration and organizational skills

3. Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

4. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and processes concurrently

5. Ability to work at a fast pace with minimal supervision

6. Excellent attention to detail

7. Student-oriented approach

8. Strong work ethic, professional, adaptable

9. Willingness to learn and improve in all aspects of the position

10. Bilingual: Proficient in English and Spanish

Minimum Requirements:

1. Doctorate degree in sport and fitness management, sport science, sports management or a related field and over three years’ experience in higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience

2. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office 365

3. Proven experience with learning management systems

4. Experience in licensing process of CIE and DEAC accreditation standards a plus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified.

Jo interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person