Director – Summer/Winter Session

Job Title

Director – Summer/Winter Session

Department

University College Administration

Salary

$57,113 – $71,487; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Director will report to the Dean of University College and be responsible for the central administration of both Summer and Winter intersession terms. The Director will establish and monitor conditions to ensure the success of each term and closely monitor and maintain a budget to ensure desired profitably. The director will understand and enforce university policy, procedures, strategies, full-time equivalencies, and student credit hours. Will be responsible for the review and approval of all summer/winter session expenditures including faculty and administrative pay. Work collaboratively with deans, directors, chairs, etc. to plan and ensure the availability of high-quality courses for intersession terms and make effective use of MTSU’s campus resources. Responsible for the training and support of all academic departments and tactical day-to-day activities. Provide central planning to develop long-range goals in accordance stated in the University’s master plan. Implement and execute marketing strategies to increase awareness of both summer and winter sessions. Analyze and evaluate ongoing and new issues, proposals, and programs as they affect summer and winter sessions. Monitor and make programmatic decisions based on current trends, initiatives, and University developments to accomplish goals and objectives. Employs appropriate techniques and strategies to resolve problems and complaints arising from academic departments, faculty, administration, and students. Maintain working relationships with university staff as needed to improve operations ex. financial aid, admissions & records, study abroad, student affairs, college advisors, payroll services, sponsored programs, bursar’s office, budget office, information technology, marketing and communications, and controller’s office.

Required Education

Master’s degree. Bachelor’s degree can serve in lieu of Master’s degree with (6) years direct experience.

Required Related Experience

Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in an administrative leadership or management role required.

Desirable Related Experience

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred. Two (2) years directing a summer and/or winter session program at a post secondary institution. Independent and team work experience preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: 

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: February 4, 2025

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