James River College Development Director - Full Time

Description

The College Development Director oversees many aspects of James River College (JRC) specifically in the areas that position JRC for future growth and assist with academic progress. The responsibilities of the College Development Director include admissions and enrollment, accreditation compliance & pursuit, academic development, and all other duties assigned by the James River College Director.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Admissions & Enrollment

• Provide leadership to the Admissions Team by setting goals and creating systems to obtain them.
• Ensure systems and processes are implemented and followed that promote growth.
• Ensure compliance with Evangel University protocols.
• Improve systems, processes, deadlines, and communication for helping new and returning students finish registration checklists each semester.
• Assist with scholarship selection and management.

College Communications

• Assist the James River College Director with oversight of phone, email, text, or other communications to students, parents, practicum leaders, James River Church Staff, Evangel Staff, and external contacts throughout the year.
• Improve and implement communication plans for Orientation and Graduation.
• Improve and facilitate communication regarding registration checklists and admissions processes.
• Manage data collection and reporting at the direction of the James River College Director.

Student Life and Retention

• Assist in spiritual development of James River College students

        - Enforcing behavior policy and leadership covenant.

        - Scheduling student disciplinary meetings.

        - Scheduling student counseling meetings.

• Assist in coordination and oversight of student ministry practicums.

        - Communication with practicum leaders.

        - Maintain academic standards for practicum.

• Create and collect data points to measure student engagement and retention.
• Oversight of student safety initiatives.
• Oversight of James River College Student urgent communications.

Academic Experience

• Manage the James River College academic/class schedule under the direction of the James River College Director.
• Assist in ensuring all James River College classes are provided with an in-person professor.
• Oversight for Academic Scheduling

        - Improve and facilitate systems and processes for creating new and returning student schedules

          each semester.

        - Oversee communication to students about available courses and schedule changes.

        - Oversee communication to professors about potential time conflicts or schedule changes.

• Assist in keeping JRC’s degree plan offerings updated and relevant for students 
• Provide leadership to the college residents, tutors, and any additional team involved with students’ academic experience.
• Cultivate the academic success of students by.

       - Reviewing a recurring academic report of struggling students.

       - Manage tutors and/or adjustments to practicum schedules for struggling students.

       - Provide coaching and leadership development for struggling students to position them for

         future success.

Accreditation

• Oversee the pursuit of accreditation under the direction of the James River College Director.
• Implement processes for obtaining accreditation and a future 4-year degree.
• Build relationships and strategies that ensure a smooth implementation process.
• Manage data collection and reporting at the direction of the James River College Director.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited College/University.
• 3 years’ experience in student and/or young adult ministry.
• 3 years’ experience leading and managing a team or department
• This position requires that the candidates be actively attending and have completed grow track with approval as a dream team member.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures, filing, telephone techniques, and office equipment; as well as English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to get along well with others and handle confidential matters.
• Ability to manage time and multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally orally and in writing.
• PC skills including spreadsheet, database query, and word processing.
• Must be punctual, pleasant, and tactful with professional appearance and conduct.
• Exhibit professionalism and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Capacity to interact positively with and provide service to others at all levels within JRC.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervising personnel, co-workers, civic organizations, business professionals, and the general public.
• Exhibit good judgment, honesty, integrity, responsibility, and punctuality through the utilization of professional work standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting critical deadlines.
• Must have strong analytical skills.

Code of Conduct and Character

James River Church is Pastor-led, and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws.  As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:

1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

        a. Daily devotional time with the Lord.

        b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

       a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

       b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.

HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO

JOY 

Smile at EVERYONE you encounter! 

     “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV) 

    “In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV) 

ENTHUSIASM  

Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church.   

   “Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV) 

   “I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT) 

ENCOURAGEMENT  

Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve! 

   “So encourage each other and build each other up…”  1 Thess 5:11 (NLT) 

   “…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG) 

LOVE AND CARE 

Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus! 

   “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT)

   “Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT) 

SERVANT - MINDED  

How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help. 

  “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT) 

  “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT) 

  “…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)