Academic Director - SEU at Celebration Georgetown

POSITION TITLE: ACADEMIC DIRECTOR, SEU AT CELEBRATION GEORGETOWN
CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME – STAFF – SALARIED
REPORTS TO: DEAN & CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | SEU NETWORK
WORK LOCATION: SEU AT CELEBRATION GEORGETOWN

POSITION SUMMARY

The Academic Director reports directly to the Dean & COO and works closely with the university’s
enrollment/student affairs personnel at the campus location as well as the Campus Director. Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to, oversight of all academic operations. The position requires living within driving
distance of the Georgetown, TX campus. Applicants must also be members or be willing to become members of
Celebration Georgetown.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)

● Strategy, Culture, & Processes – In collaboration with the Dean & COO and church leadership, develops
and implements long-range, academic plans for the campus. Nurtures an academic culture at the campus
to ensure a healthy learning environment. Develops and maintains standard operating procedures to
ensure the successful implementation of the academic plan.
● Personnel Management – Provides direct supervision for all academic Southeastern University personnel
at the campus location, including full-time, part-time, and student worker employees. Implements staff
feedback and development processes.
● Church & Community Relationships – Serves as the primary liaison between the university and
Celebration Georgetown on academic matters. Attends church planning, ministry, and social events,
where appropriate. Monitors the student practicum program to ensure alignment with SEU curriculum
and culture. Develops and maintains relationships with community leaders and serves as a voice for the
university.
● Academic Programs Oversight – Provides timely responses and initiates input regarding the academic
programs, support systems, and other academic resources for the campus. Utilizing the University
academic calendar, ensures the planning and execution of the annual campus calendar.
● Faculty Oversight & Development – Develops a local adjunct faculty population for face-to-face
instruction. Connects faculty with university resources. Directs the ongoing evaluation and development
of campus faculty, utilizing resources from the Center for Excellence & Creativity in Teaching. Initiates
review of applicant’s documentation and performs preliminary interview. In collaboration with the
Academic Affairs Office, collects and transmits application documentation, transcripts, and curriculum
vitae on behalf of the University.
● Curriculum Management – In coordination with the SEU Network Operations and Academic Affairs
teams, implements processes related to efficient course scheduling. Ensures the existence of controls to
maintain the quality and comparability of curriculum. Ensures face-to-face instruction is properly
scheduled, hosted, and evaluated.
● Student Development Support – In collaboration with the SEU Network Operations and Academic
Affairs teams, ensures students are properly supported in the areas of course registration, academic
advising, financial aid, and general student development services. In collaboration with the campus and
the university’s enrollment/student affairs personnel, identifies and supports social, emotional, and
spiritual growth opportunities for students.
● Training & Communication – Hosts local training opportunities for campus personnel, faculty, and
students. Ensures ongoing communication with faculty, staff, and students. Serves as the first level in the
grievance process for all constituents. Ensures timely responses throughout all University processes.
● Enrollment Management – Assists Enrollment Management in the recruitment of students, as requested.
● Marketing and Recruitment – Supports the promotion of the local regional campus program in
collaboration with University admissions and marketing teams. Ensures ongoing compliance with
University marketing guidelines and policies.
● Practicum Program – Ensures the development and maintenance of a practicum program according to
SEU standards. In collaboration with the church and university enrollment/student affairs personnel,
identifies ministry supervisors or mentors who oversee student activities. Assists with training of said
individuals.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

The candidate must possess an earned master’s degree from a regionally accredited university or ATS accredited
seminary in a religion-related (ministry, theology, biblical studies, religion/divinity, etc.) or business/leadership
field with applied experience in church ministry, business, and/or Christian higher education.

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