POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Dean of Students (5073)
The Dean of Students will report to the Vice President for Student Affairs, will serve as a liaison on all student-related matters, including but not limited to Title IX.
This position is a professional staff, unclassified position and requires evening and weekend work. The Dean of Students serves as the will of the Board of Supervisors and reports directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs. This position is a professional staff, unclassified position.
DEPARTMENT
Division of Student Affairs
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the organization and daily operations for the Office of Student Services in order to effectively and professionally carry out the assigned missions and responsibilities within the University community and in keeping with state and federal regulations. Assist and participate in student recruitment programs and retention plan initiatives to maximize student enrollment and satisfaction with the University. Provide training on student issues that affect Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA, etc.
Direct and provide leadership through teamwork to assist unit managers to improve services to students, faculty and staff. Develops and implements personnel programs involving recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and evaluating Student Services professionals, clerical, and student employees with emphasis on Student Union Services and programs.
Establish and review policies and procedures for the most effective and efficient operation of the departments. Provide leadership in promoting exceptional awareness for all students of the Code of Student Conduct and the Student Policy Manual. Provide on an annual basis to the domestic and international student populations annual medical insurance coverage.
Assist the Director of Student Life and Leadership with programming functions to enhance student satisfaction and efficiencies in operations. Oversee operations of the Student Union Building and Student Center and work cooperatively with the Facilities Coordinator.
Work closely with the Vice President for Student Affairs on all student matters and stand in for the VPSA when needed. Work cooperatively with all units within the university structure to promote positive changes for student retention and graduation.
Reviews unit budgets with assigned Directors to ensure timely deposits are made with appropriate lines and all cash handling procedures are followed and that each unit has a policy and procedure manual. Provide an annual report at the end of each academic year.
Supervises the Director of Student Services, Student Health Services, Counseling Center, Student Union Services, as well as other office staff and contracted custodial services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Education, Administration, and Supervision, Student Personnel Services, Counseling, or related field.
• A minimum of seven years’ experience in higher education.
• A demonstrated record of leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills.
• Prior responsibility for financial control of operating budget.
SALARY
Competitive and commensurate with experience.
CLOSING DATE
Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. However, for full consideration, please submit completed application materials to the Vice President for Student Affairs at the address below by Wednesday, May 8, 2013 to assure optimal consideration.
APPLICATIONS
Electronic submission of application material is encouraged. Send or email application letter, resume, and three letters of recommendations to:
W. Wayne Brumfield, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209
Email: brumfie@ulm.edu
Fax: 318-342-5250
Final condition for employment includes successful background check clearance.
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Director of Athletics (5082)
This position is a 12-month professional staff, unclassified position.
DEPARTMENT
Athletics
The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) invites applications for its Director of Athletics position. This position offers the opportunity to lead the athletics program at ULM, a member of the University of Louisiana System.
Founded in 1931, the University of Louisiana at Monroe is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. We presently employ a workforce of 952 faculty and staff and a student body of approximately 7,843 students, including 948 graduate students.
ULM sponsors 17 NCAA Division I varsity sports programs (7 men, and 10 women) and is a member of the FBS Sun Belt Conference. Over 350 student - athletes participate on Warhawks athletics teams.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The University seeks an experienced, energetic, and innovative leader that is charged with overall management of these programs and oversees budgets, personnel, planning, fund-raising, marketing, contract negotiations, and sports facilities. The director must also ensure strict compliance with regulations governing intercollegiate athletics in accordance with institutional, conference and NCAA guidelines. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to a program of academic and competitive success built upon a foundation of integrity reflecting core institutional values.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of three-to-five years of intercollegiate athletics administration experience at the NCAA Division I level preferred.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
APPLICATION AND NOMINATION PROCESS
Potential candidates are encouraged to review the ULM website for further information about the University and ULM Athletics: http://www.ulm.edu/
Applicants must apply by submitting a letter of application, resume and a list of 3 references electronically to: www.highereddecisions.com. No hardcopy documents will be accepted. To receive full consideration, candidates must submit all required initial documents plus any additional requested documents electronically by May 27, 2013.
CarrSports Consulting, LLC is serving as search counsel. Nominations and references should be sent to Bill Carr at: csculmad@gmail.com.
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
State Director, Louisiana Small Business Development Center (5085)
The State Director’s Office is located in the College of Business at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. The State Director in the Lead Center reports to the Dean of the College of Business and is responsible for the administration of all aspects of statewide program operations. In carrying out this responsibility, the State Director works closely with the Lead Center staff, the Center Directors and other personnel of the various subcontracted Louisiana SBDC service providers; various administration, faculty, and staff of the University of Louisiana at Monroe; district, region, and central office representatives of the U.S Small Business Administration; the executive committee of the National Association of Small Business Development Centers; other state directors of SBDC’s throughout the nation; financial representatives and Deans of colleges or universities affiliated with the Louisiana SBDC; federal, state and local politicians and officials; other federal, state, and local business assistance and economic development programs; the news media; and the private sector.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In general, the responsibilities of the State Director’s Office include:
• establishing policy governing the operation of the system;
• developing proposals for statewide and specialized activities;
• negotiating contracts with funding agencies;
• submitting funding proposals to state and federal agencies;
• representing the interests of the consortium members in the federal, state and local arenas;
• resolving conflicts within the system when they arise;
• issuing subcontracts and reimbursement for work performed;
• conducting periodic audits to assess compliance & regulations;
• establishing standards for center operations;
• evaluating the performance of centers and programs;
• concurring in the appointment of center directors;
• determining priorities with the center directors and stakeholders in the strategic planning process;
• aggregating statewide activity data for funding sources in compliance with reporting requirements;
• introducing opportunities for innovation;
• providing professional development and training;
• facilitating exchange of information among centers; and
• developing the resources necessary to operate the system.
The State Director has the responsibility to:
• promote the services and impact of the Louisiana SBDC Network to key stakeholders;
• develop/revise and distribute all network-wide marketing materials including program website, economic impact fact sheets, brochures, calendar of events, success stories, annual reports, etc.;
• ensure oversight of state office and center office personnel;
• coordinate and publish the semi-annual and annual reports to SBA;
• create/strengthen relationships with other statewide and regional economic development, professional and membership organizations;
• engage in the development of relevant statewide/regional economic development activities through participating in relevant statewide and community organizations, groups, associations, etc., and attend events involving economic development planning;
• maintain positive relationships with partnering universities and colleges;
• foster effective intra-network communications through establishment and maintenance of regular communication, staff visits to centers, issuance of timely and useful notices on the MIS system, maintaining and updating the staff directories as required, etc.;
• educate and establish relationships with elected officials and staff at the state and federal level on services and impact to obtain sufficient operating resources;
• engage in relevant economic development activities in the state by participating in pertinent economic development meetings and networking with community leaders, bankers, etc.;
• coordinate disaster response and recovery for small businesses after disasters;
• develop partnerships with economic and business associations and organizations as a source of client referrals and co-sponsorship of seminars.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Qualifications:
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university with significant course work in business or public administration
• Senior level leadership and management experience
• Knowledge working in both university and government environments
• Computer software proficiency
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the political process
Desired Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree in Business from an AACSB accredited school or master’s in public administration
• Experience working with programs designed to assist small businesses at the federal, state, and local levels Experience with federal grants management and compliance
• Experience with federal grants management and compliance
• Experience with quality programs
• Experience with strategic planning
APPLICATIONS
Applications, including a letter of application and resume, should be submitted to Dr. Ron Berry at the address below (email applications preferred) before June 10 for priority consideration:
Dr. Ron Berry
College of Business
University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe LA 71209-0120
rberry@ulm.edu
(318) 342-1100
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Director of Alumni Affairs (5089)
DEPARTMENT
Alumni Affairs
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Alumni Affairs reports to the Executive Director for Foundation and Alumni Relations and is responsible for managing all aspects of alumni services and growth. The director ensures that the programs of the Office of Alumni Affairs address and respond to the ever-changing needs of the alumni and are compatible with the priorities of the University.
• Direct the day to day activities of the Office of Alumni Affairs;
• Prepare and supervise the budget for the Office of Alumni Affairs;
• Manage and update the University’s alumni web presence;
• Develop marketing materials in collaboration with the University in order to maximize potential member awareness of alumni benefits and activities;
• Develop plans to significantly increase alumni membership/participation and then maintain steady growth in alumni membership/participation;
• Establish and build relationships with a wide range of alumni - locally, regionally, nationally and internationally;
• Maintain regular communication with alumni via direct contact, email blasts, social media, alumni web pages, and print publications;
• Educate graduating students about alumni benefits and engage them in programs;
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs to engage students, new alumni and current non-involved alumni;
• Develop, implement and evaluate alumni special events designed to increase alumni involvement and support;
• 8Create and maintain the calendar of official Alumni Association events and activities;
• Maintain alumni files and records and oversee the production of the alumni directory;
• Collaborate closely with development colleagues in increasing support from alumni;
routinely identify and qualify alumni prospects for gifts; communicate development-related activities via written contact reports filed in Raiser's Edge and periodic attendance at prospect management meetings;
• Develop and maintain relationships in professional organizations and with Alumni Affairs colleagues at other universities to ensure best practices are understood and incorporated;
• Partner with the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management to make use of alumni involvement in the recruiting/admissions process;
• Partner with the Vice President for Student Affairs to plan the growth and accessibility of career networking services for students and alumni;
• Work closely with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, coordinating and planning its meetings, staffing its committees and ensuring strong and productive relationships between its members and the academic and administrative leadership of the University;
• Oversee and coordinate the activities and membership of student alumni programs such as the 31 Ambassadors;
• Coordinating chapter activities in a manner that provides for maximum participation by campus administrators and appropriate personnel.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree required, master’s degree preferred. One or both awarded from ULM preferred;
• Experience working in alumni affairs or in a related area including management of a non-profit member organization, corporate relations, and/or marketing and sales is preferred; experience with an electronic database for developing involvement and friend-making is a plus;
• Familiarity with the University of Louisiana at Monroe;
• Strong budgeting and management skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills;
• Proven planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with board, students, faculty, staff and the public; a talent for motivating volunteers;
• Flexibility, initiative, and the ability to work independently;
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines;
• Interest and ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed;
• Ability to work in a team environment in order to satisfy multiple goals;
• Ability to work with an alumni board and Executive Board of Directors.
SALARY
Competitive and commensurate with experience.
CLOSING DATE
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, please send materials by June 8th, 2013.
APPLICATIONS
Application should include a letter outlining the applicant’s background, qualifications and vision for this position, curriculum vita/resume, and contact information for three professional references. Send materials to:
Dr. Stephen Richters, Executive Vice President
Library Suite 605
University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe, Louisiana 71209
Telephone: (318) 342-1070
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Education Reporter/Producer, Part Time (4978)
DEPARTMENT
KEDM Public Radio
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Education Reporter/Producer is a key person for the Southern Education Desk (SED), a Local Journalism Center (LJC) in the South that creates essential multimedia, multi-platform content on the topic of education. The position is based in Monroe, LA but has responsibilities for reporting around northeast Louisiana. This exciting, collaborative reporting project is aimed at examining the subject of education from both a policy and personal perspective. The Education Reporter/Producer for the Southern Regional Education Desk is initially funded by a grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
1. Reports, writes and produces news content, periodic segments, interviews, feature reports, web content, programs and other materials on the topic of education in Louisiana and the southern United States for radio, television and the web.
2. Performs research on individuals, stories, or subjects to collect in-depth background, details, and information prior to interviews or writing pieces.
3. Writes and edits multimedia segments for Southern Education Desk.
4. Creates content for social media outlets; compiles and creates final mix of discussions, sounds, or information to be used in production of assignment.
5. Utilizes research and interviews to produce accurate, detailed, and timely broadcast material; ensures accuracy and quality of produced content.
6. Responsible for producing and communicating such segments, interviews, and programs to listeners by announcing or hosting on-air broadcasts.
7. Stays abreast of local, state, national, and international education issues; reads trade magazines, reference materials, newspapers, and on-line information.
8. Some travel required.
9. Participates in station fundraising as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
1. Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communications, Journalism, Media Arts, or related field required;
2. A minimum of three years of professional level experience in news reporting and production, multi-media reporting or a related field required;
3. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
SALARY
This is a part-time (20 hrs./wk.) appointment. Salary commensurate with experience. Appointment is subject to the availability of funds.
CLOSING DATE
A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATIONS
Interested individuals should submit a letter of application detailing how your experience relates to this position (also indicate where you learned about this position), resume, three job-specific letters of recommendation (including contact information), and audio/writing samples to:
Jay Curtis, Interim Director of University Broadcasting
University of Louisiana at Monroe
250 Stubbs Hall, 401 Bayou Drive
Monroe, LA 71209-8214
Applications may also be submitted electronically to: kedmgm@ulm.edu
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Programmer/Analyst (4987)
DEPARTMENT
Pharmacy/Medicaid
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Analyzing claims data for utilization management and policy outcomes studies;
• Developing queries including subroutines for physician profiling;
• Developing queries including subroutines for studies evaluating patient outcomes;
• Developing code for calculating health care quality measures;
• Writing SAS® programs for special projects;
• Conducting literature reviews of outcomes studies for utilization management, profiling and pharmacopeia;
• Training and assisting other programmers/analysts;
• Designing database applications including data input forms and web-based interface;
• Developing professional presentations of outcomes studies; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Programming experience is required. A B.S. degree in Business, Computer Science, Statistics, or one of the health sciences is preferred. Substantial relevant experience analyzing large databases along with superior analytical skills may substitute for the B.S. degree. SAS®/SAS® Enterprise Guide®, SQL, HEDIS®, data warehousing/data mining or other database experience is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written communications skills are required. Applicant should be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision, be flexible with the ability to organize and multitask, and value teamwork. Knowledge of health insurance claims is a plus.
SALARY
Commensurate with experience
CLOSING DATE
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
APPLICATIONS
Please mail a cover letter, your curriculum vitae with three professional references to:
Eddy Myers
ULM Office of Outcomes Research and Evaluation
1800 Bienville Drive
Monroe, LA 71201
Electronic submissions are acceptable. E-mail your application to: emyers@ulm.edu
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Enterprise Systems Specialist (5056)
DEPARTMENT
Computing Center
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To participate in the installation, maintenance, and administration of complex systems, software and related packages.
REPORTS TO: Enterprise Systems & Security Manager
Technology Support Manager
• Assists in the operation of centralized Microsoft Server Operating Systems related to applications that revolve around the Campus-wide technology resources. This includes server installation and patch management.
• Work with 3rd party application vendors for hardware sizing for new applications as well as application support for current purchased applications.
• Monitors the campus network and related application servers to assure proper performance and security of these resources via firewalls, email servers, etc.
• Closely advised by support staff and works with users to determine the most effective use of resources to meet ULM’s needs. Recommends procedures to enhance use of computing resources and documents systems procedures.
• Assists the ESSM in determining priorities and methods to meet user needs.
• Maintains awareness of software and hardware offerings.
• Assists the Computing Center staff and other committees in reviewing, evaluating and recommending the use of software and hardware products to augment or enhance the capabilities and performance of the systems.
• Provides management of Microsoft OS servers, VMware Virtualization, SAN, and Firewalls.
• Performs other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Candidate must have detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Server/Desktop OS, VMware (or similar virtualization). Working knowledge of Unix server environments (ex: Solaris, Redhat, HP-UX, AIX, etc) is important but not required. Proficient in shell scripting such as bash & Perl, VMware (or similar virtualization concepts). Full working knowledge of TCP/IP networks. Working knowledge of Enterprise Firewalls, DNS, and DHCP. Microsoft SQL, MySQL database knowledge preferred along w/ SQL scripting. Microsoft Active Directory & policy management. Work well with others on team projects. College degree in technical based study.
SALARY
Commensurate with experience
APPLICATIONS
Review of applications will begin March 18, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Send letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:
Department of Human Resources
University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209-2003
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Director of Compliance (5089)
DEPARTMENT
Compliance Services
Position Summary
The Director of Compliance assists in ensuring compliance with all University, Sun Belt Conference and NCAA rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics, including, but not limited to amateurism, recruiting, financial aid, playing & practice seasons, and eligibility.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Compliance will:
• Serve as Liaison between the Department of Athletics and the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Recruitment & Admissions and the Office of Financial Aid.
• Act as the University’s primary contact for the NCAA Eligibility Center.
• Administer the annual coaching certification exam.
• Input data and complete squad lists for all sports.
• Monitor and approve official visits.
• Coordinate the National Letter of Intent, the distribution of athletics aid and monitor awarding of additional financial aid.
• Monitor employment of student-athletes.
• Monitor camps and clinics conducted by coaching staff.
• Develop and distribute educational materials to athletic department staff, boosters, student-athletes and entities outside the Department of Athletics.
• Research and provide rules interpretations.
• Collect data and complete all requests for compliance related information by the University, Sun Belt Conference and the NCAA.
• Assist in the investigation of alleged rules violations and report findings to the Director of Athletics, the Faculty Athletics Representative, the President, the Sun Belt Conference and the NCAA.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Master’s preferred. Familiarity with NCAA Division I rules and regulations and excellent communication skills required. Experience with Compliance Assistant (CA), NCAA LSDBi, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred.
SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
CLOSING DATE
Review of applications will begin on May 6, 2013, and will continue until position is filled.
APPLICATIONS
Electronically submitted applications are preferred. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to:
Hank Harrawood
ULM Athletics
308 Warhawk Way
Monroe, LA 71209
harrawood@ulm.edu
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Coordinator of Intramurals (5074)
DEPARTMENT
Recreational Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for coordination of all aspects of ULM’s Intramural Sports/Recreation Program. The purpose of ULM Intramurals is to provide a comprehensive quality program of recreational activities which are designed to meet the interests and needs of all students, regardless of ability or skill level.
The Coordinator of Intramurals develops, facilitates, markets, supervises, delivers and evaluates the Intramural and Extramural Sports/Recreation Programs for the University community. Coordinates the use of appropriate facilities with the Director of Recreational Services and any other necessary individuals.
Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates graduate assistants, student assistants, student staff and any professional personnel associated with the Intramural Program. Oversees the recruiting, training, scheduling, supervision and evaluation of all student staff officials, scorekeepers, and other recreational sports personnel needed to develop a well-rounded program.
Responsible for policy development, budget preparation, and equipment/supply purchases related to the Intramural Program. Maintains accurate record of participation for all Intramural events/activities. Facilitates participant evaluation of Intramural events. Oversees and is responsible for the handling of any funds received following all university cash/fund handling protocols including receipt writing, chain of custody of funds, daily deposits etc.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or related field (preferred). Three to five years successful experience in the organization and administration of collegiate Intramural/Recreational Sports Programs. Demonstrated competency in program development, supervisory experience, fiscal management and other administrative areas.
Detailed knowledge of sports officiating to include training clinics, evaluation systems, facility preparation and mechanics related to major sport activities. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with students, faculty/staff and community members. Computer literacy required, must be able to use word processing, spreadsheet and scheduling applications
CLOSING DATE
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Expected start date is July 1, 2013.
APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates should send originals of: a letter of application, a current resume, and three current position specific letters of recommendation and official transcripts to:
Treina Landrum
Director of Recreational Services
The University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Avenue
Monroe, LA 71209
E-mail: landrum@ulm.edu
Phone: 318-342-5305
The University of Louisiana at Monroe is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.