Assistant Director of Student Transition Programs (Dual Credit)

Job Title

Assistant Director of Student Transition Programs (Dual Credit)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Enrollment Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

 

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

 

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PURPOSE

The Assistant Director of Student Transition Programs ensures a quality Islander Academy (Dual Credit) program for those interested in beginning their education with TAMU-CC.  The position will serve as the primary point of contact for high school partners. 

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Dual Credit Programs Management

Percent Effort: 40%

• Serves as primary point of contact for Islander Academy Dual Credit Program for high school students.

• Facilitates ongoing contractual (MOU) negotiation, development, dissemination, and maintenance related to the Islander Academy Dual Credit Program.

• Establishes and carries out timelines for program operations and communicates with school liaisons, course instructors, satellite campus and departmental staff, and other campus departments.

• Coordinates with Academic Affairs for course offerings and anticipated student enrollment; ensures timely and accurate course registrations each semester.

• Provides administrative support for program planning and execution of events, including trainings, scheduling, course builds, preparation of event materials, payment of invoices, and other financial support.

• Maintains accurate and detailed records of correspondence and student data in adherence with FERPA guidelines.

• Provides administrative functions and office support to ensure success and growth in High School Programs.

• Performs other tasks as assigned based on partner requests and program evolution.

Functional Area 2: Student and School Personnel Support

Percent Effort: 30%

• Communicates with key constituents at partner high schools to ensure a clear point of contact and superior experience in their partnership with the University.

• Collaborates with Academic Affairs, Admissions, Advising, and the Registrar to ensure smooth entry of dual enrollment students, including application, admission, ongoing academic counseling, and registration.

• Coordinates Islander Academy Orientation to provide ease of entry and facilitation of services for Islander Academy participants.

• Works with school district administrators to identify areas of growth and expand dual enrollment program opportunities for students.

• Coordinates with school partners to identify, advise, and register students for semester coursework.

Functional Area 3: Recruitment and Marketing

Percent Effort: 30%

• Conducts presentations to students, parents, and families as needed to promote Islander Academy opportunities.

• Support campus recruitment and admissions events for all student populations.

• Perform other task