Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment & Early College Coordinator

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Cumberland University - Lebanon, TN

Position Type: Staff

Education Level: Master's Degree

Job Categories Education

POSITION TITLE: DUAL ENROLLMENT & EARLY COLLEGE COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT: Enrollment Services

SUPERVISOR: Vice President for Enrollment Services

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION

Provide primary oversight of Cumberland University's Dual Enrollment & Early College programs; including reviewing academic records to ensure eligibility for programs, Dual Enrollment & Early College course registration, and school counselor correspondence. This position will serve as the primary point of contact for students, parents, school personnel, high school instructors, college faculty and college staff on topics concerning Dual enrollment and Early College. While the role is primarily housed in Enrollment Services, there is regular collaboration and connectedness with the Office of the Registrar.

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• To possess the understanding of and the commitment to the University Mission.
• Interpret and communicate academic and institutional policies accurately, promptly, and thoroughly.
• Assist the Vice President for Enrollment Services, University Registrar, School Deans, in compiling semester schedules. Input and layout the schedule for university use in registration, etc.
• Create and update appropriate forms for faculty and student use.
• Instruct up to 6 credit hours per semester, preferably in Dual Enrollment course offering.
• Assist the Vice President for Enrollment Services and University Registrar in establishing policy, procedure, and directives for registration processing. Work with appropriate administrative offices. (Business, Admissions, and Financial Aid) in ensuring an efficient and time management system for pre-registration and registration.
• Evaluate Transfer Transcripts.
• Evaluate graduation progress of students and ensure all graduation requirements are met.
• Work specifically with students interested in dual enrollment including early college.
• Maintains open lines of communications with schools and the community to assist qualified students for the various dual enrollment programs.
• Provide direct support to dual enrollment instructors and high school counselors.
• Participate in professional development as appropriate to the role.
• Conduct orientations, information sessions, and other dual enrollment presentations in high schools, on-campus, or in the greater community as needed.
• Plan, develop and implement uniform campus processes and structures that provide service and support to all dual enrollment students.
• Facilitate the day-to day implementation of initiatives and strategies related to dual enrollment on the main campus as well as approved off-site locations.
• Foster positive, professional and effective written and verbal communication with supervisor, college staff, faculty, school district personnel staff, home school cooperatives, students, and parents.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, parents, school personnel, high school instructors, college faculty and college staff on topics related to dual enrollment and early college.
• Respond in a professional manner to correspondence and other inquiries regarding programs; maintain open lines of communication with regards to assigned programs.
• Serve as a bridge between Enrollment Services and Academic Affairs in the implementation of policy, including adherence to legislative mandates, district school practices and processes, internal University policy (transcript issues, grade appeals, application deadlines, curriculum requirements, assessment policy, the College information systems, etc.), and home school legislation and practices.
• Serve on University Committees as requested by the Vice President for Enrollment Services or the University Registrar.
  Perform other duties/tasks as may be assigned and/or requested by the supervisor and/or superior.

DECISION MAKING AND MANAGEMENT

On a regular and continuous basis exercises administrative judgement and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the department/division.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: Master's Degree

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong communication skills using spoken and written words.
• Organizational Skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Computer knowledge and skills.
• Record keeping and reporting skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Salary : $60,000 - $90,000