Western Kentucky University (WKU) Division of Extended Learning and Outreach is seeking applicants for an Online Student Support Specialist. The Specialist will deliver student services to support the success and retention of online learners. Additionally the Specialist will provide enrollment services and financial aid coordination for students taking On Demand courses. The successful candidate will be a problem solver with attention to detail, and an ability to think critically. This position will report to the Program Manager.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides customer service to potential and current students and faculty.
• Assists students with enrollment in on demand courses.
• Supports student success in online learning by providing coaching and identifying applicable support services.
• Works with program manager and other team members to develop and maintain virtual student services online
• Acts as the database administrator, which includes developing new reports for purposes of student success and retention in addition to maintaining the WKU On Demand database
• Coordinates financial aid processes and billing for non-semester-based online (On Demand) courses, which includes working alongside the Office of Student Financial Assistance to ensure all regulations are met, and individual eligibility requirements are fulfilled.
• Manages external and internal billing processes for scholarships, waivers, and third-party billing for On Demand courses
• Initiates budget transmittals of On Demand tuition funds
• Serves as the primary contact for specialized student populations, and facilitates related processes (i.e. military students, CTAM)
• Assists with course registrations, enrollment changes, refund and transfer requests, tuition refund vouchers, enrollment verification letters, and tuition reimbursements
• Prepares monthly reports on student enrollment, retention, and completion.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considered Essential for Success

• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to work with others in and outside department
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Must be detail oriented
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• A Bachelor's degree
• Minimum two years of work related experience
• Demonstrated expertise in database administration, including report development and data analysis
• Ability to interpret and apply federal financial aid regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of Blackboard LMS or other learning management system
• Must have valid driver's license
• Involves sitting for long periods of time and extensive computer usage
• Employee may be required to attend meetings and conferences and participate in events on-campus and off-campus.

Salary Grade:  106       Salary Range:   $13.27 - 15.70/hr

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Western Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track pedagogical assistant professor position in the Accounting Department of the Gordon Ford College of Business. Employment begins with the Fall 2021 semester.

The position requires participation in the development and advancement of the department's undergraduate curriculum, the advisement of student organizations, and the service activities that support the goals of the department, college, and university. A pedagogical faculty member is also required to remain current and relevant through continued professional development and engagement related to his/her professional backgrounds and experience. Teaching responsibilities include the delivery and coordination of undergraduate accounting principles courses (financial and managerial) and potential coverage of upper-level courses where the candidate's expertise meets the department's needs. Additional consideration will be given to applicants with teaching experience at the collegiate level. Since the university does not require pedagogical faculty to engage in scholarly research, a 4-4 course load will be assigned.

• A graduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution.
• A minimum of 18 hours of graduate-level accounting courses.
• An accounting-related professional certification.
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting-related professional work experience.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Internal Search: only WKU employees currently working in a non-temporary status are eligible to apply.

Western Kentucky University, Division of Extended Learning and Outreach, is seeking applicants for Program Manager Dual Credit.  The Program Manager will provide leadership of the University's dual credit initiative.  This includes directing dual credit services, communication, and courses offered both online and in area high schools.  The Program Manager is a full-time 12 month position that reports to the Director of Academic Outreach. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Act as primary contact to actively build relationships with school superintendents, principals, counselors and teachers, and university faculty to develop dual credit agreements between the university, school systems, and instructors.
• Work with academic units to develop course opportunities, identify qualified instructors, and ensure that courses adhere to the same academic and accreditation standards as on campus courses.
• Maintain a community presence to provide a sounding board for WKU Dual Credit opportunities.
• Serve as the point of contact for university senior administration, deans, and department heads to promote dual credit initiatives.
• Visit prospective schools to discuss potential partnership opportunities with WKU Dual Credit and maintain relationships with current partners.
• Develop an orientation program for new part-time faculty teaching through WKU Dual Credit.
• Communicate necessary information to faculty, schools, and instructors.
• Represent WKU Dual Credit and serves as liaison for NACEP and other dual credit organizations.
• Develop and manage the WKU Dual Credit communication plan, including website and social media management.
• Support efforts to recruit dual credit students.
• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate Dual Credit staff.
• Duties to assist the Director of Academic Outreach and Associate Vice President as needed.

Knowledge and Skills Required for Success

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Effective team and partnering skills
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to work with others in diverse roles
• Detail oriented with strong communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Social Media

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Counseling or similar discipline.
• Five years of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license

Salary Grade:   109     Salary Range:  $45,000 - $50,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all candidates. Western Kentucky University will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO) at (270) 745-5121.

The Advising and Career Development Center (ACDC) provides undergraduate student programming in support of WKU's goal to increase undergraduate student academic success, retention rates, and timely graduation. The Assistant Director of Retention and Academic Success position is located in the ACDC and reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Success.

The Assistant Director serves an essential role for student success and retention by overseeing and tracking existing support programs to identify areas for improvement, and developing and implementing new support programs, especially for academically at-risk undergraduate student populations. In addition, the Assistant Director is part of the ACDC leadership team and assists in the planning, administration, and evaluation of the ACDC facility, programming, and staff.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise the Academic Advisor for The Learning Center, including facilitation of the management and budgeting for student workers.
• Supervise Graduate Assistants for the Best Expectations Program (BEP).
• Administer the Best Expectations Program (BEP) for students on Academic Probation.
• Oversee University implementation of College Readiness standards, including oversight of the Cornerstone Program, which serves students with two supplemental education needs.
• Coordinate the Summer Scholars Program, a bridge program for incoming first-year students with a high school GPA between a 2.0 and 2.49.
• Supervise The Learning Center (TLC), which provides academic tutoring services and Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), and collaborate with the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) to expand tutoring and PASS offerings for students.
• Collect, analyze, and report on data for all programs oversee.
• Serve as a student advocate for all programs oversee.
• Serve as a liaison for the ACDC and ESE division through work with college and departmental staff and faculty in support of advising and student support programming, including participation on University committees, as needed.

• Master's degree in student administration, higher education, or related area
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in higher education or educational administration
• Experience collaborating with academic and support offices on campus to achieve shared objectives

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Processing payments on invoices and grants
• Verifying and receipting monies transmitted from all departments on campus
• Reconciling daily transactions and balancing cash drawer
• Reviewing and approving refund vouchers
• Collecting delinquent accounts receivable including responding to inquiries for accounts placed with the Kentucky Department of Revenue
• Assisting students with all aspects of the BankMobile refund process while acting as a liaison between WKU and BankMobile.
• Collecting returned checks for the university and working with the County Attorney.
• Maintaining office supplies inventory
• Cashing checks for faculty, staff, and students
• Providing customer service for the front line of the Cashiers and Collections Office including answering phones and responding to emails
• Performing a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Bursar's Office.
• Possible periods of up to 2-4 hours of concentration focused on computer usage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considered Essential for Success

• Attention to detail and accuracy is crucial
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency in data entry, typing, computer usage, calculators
• Proficient in MS Office suite to include Word and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment while providing quality customer service to patrons
• Ability to work in stressful and difficult situations
• Ability to deal with highly confidential and sensitive material
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• High school diploma plus at least two years of related office experience
• At least two years of experience in bank telling or cashiering or extensive cash handling experience

Salary Grade:  105     Salary Range:   $11.83 - $14.70/hr

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Purpose of Position

The System Administrator I position works with a team of systems administration professionals to support an enterprise computing infrastructure that includes a variety of servers, storage, and supporting equipment. Additionally, this position along with the team, oversees two data centers as well as strategic cloud/hosted services.  The Systems group is responsible for a wide range of services ranging from client hosting to university-wide mission critical applications. Reports to the Lead Systems Engineer.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, monitor, server operating systems (Windows, Linux, and Unix) and processes on diverse server hardware platforms.
• Expediently resolve system problems working independently, with coworkers, and vendors as necessary.
• Configure, monitor, and maintain system security in accordance with departmental standards.
• Develop and maintain technical system documentation.
• Manage/monitor server hardware, memory, resources, processing, and maintenance
• Apply Windows upgrades on server
• Manage metadata access, authorization, loading, maintenance, and backup
• Set and maintain authorizations between vendor's web, mobile, middle-tier, and server processes
• Installation, deployment, and migration of new/updated software
• Maintain Oracle/NetID/WKU-specific accounts and permissions

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Technical assistance for peer and student worker positions.
• Apply regular system upgrades and patches in test and production environments.
• Provide upper tier technical support to other IT staff and in limited cases directly to clients.
• Other duties as required

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success

• An understanding of Windows and Linux/Unix client and server architectures, with experience in their installation, maintenance, monitoring, and configuration.
• Proficiency in a form of shell scripting (PowerShell, bash, etc.)
• A thorough understanding of TCP/IP networking, firewalls, and industry best practices for securing server-to-server communications and client access to server resources.
• Familiarity with high-availability concepts including but not limited to fault tolerant hardware, load balancing, and clustering.
• Excellent oral, written, and computer-mediated communication skills; experience with technical writing.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and professional decision-making skills.
• Methodical and highly detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to troubleshoot and work effectively with co-workers, faculty, staff, students and external clients for successful incident resolution in potentially stressful situations.
• Must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently, one-on-one, or with a team where situationally appropriate.
• Ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position in a competent manner following the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation, and customer service.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills as needed, at times as a self-study endeavor.
• Excellent and demonstrable troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to simultaneously manage and organize several projects and regular duties.
• Must be able to work from a ladder, lift up to 50lbs. and be able to differentiate colors without assistance.

• 4 year degree
• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience.
• Experience in enterprise server and storage hardware and related implementation and operation.
• Experience in system monitoring, auditing, and alerting.
• Experience working with modern multi-tier application environments that may consist of diverse web servers, middleware, and database architectures.
• Must possess a current valid Driver's License and maintain it in good standing in accordance with University policies.
• Demonstrate an understanding of network technologies.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation for unplanned outages and work outside of regular University hours, typically planned in advance, as needed.
• Must be able to provide and maintain Internet connectivity from personal residence. Must be able to travel to the Bowling Green campus in a time frame congruent to the group's on-call policy which, among other details, states a maximum of 1 hr. under normal travel conditions.

Salary Grade:   108       Salary Range:   $50,000 - $58,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

The Department of Philosophy and Religion at Western Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure-track position in philosophy at the assistant professor level. The PhD is required at time of appointment. Duties to begin August 2021.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate-level, introductory courses as well as advanced offerings for majors and minors and in the university's innovative general education program. They will enhance the role of the discipline in general education and - building on their specializations and competencies - develop additional courses that complement the current curriculum.  Besides teaching, the successful candidate will engage in scholarly activity; participate in student advising; serve on departmental, college, and university committees; assist in other department activities as needed; and represent the program in service to the public.  The normal teaching load per year is 18-21 semester hours or equivalent.

• Experience in teaching undergraduate Philosophy courses.
• Ph.D. in Philosophy or related area in hand.
• Research or teaching focus in at least one of the following: epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, philosophy of language, or informal and formal logic.
• Ability to teach epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, philosophy of language, and informal and formal logic.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Internal Search: only WKU employees currently working in a non-temporary status are eligible to apply.

The Director, Regional Campuses will provide oversight to the regional campuses on a daily basis as a direct report to the Associate Vice President of Extended Learning and Outreach.

The Director will be expected to supervise the staff for the current regional campus locations, collaborate with Academic Colleges and Departments to provide strategic planning for instruction and programs to meet the unique needs within each community, and oversee the daily duties of operating regional campus locations.

The regional campus locations include Elizabethtown, Ft. Knox, Glasgow, Somerset, and Owensboro. The successful candidate for Director, Regional Campuses must be knowledgeable about and focused on the students, constituents and communities served by the WKU Regional Campuses, including the development of academic and student focused programming, maintenance of physical buildings and
grounds, and development of strong community relationships. This is a full-time twelve month position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for approximately 15 full-time staff, including evaluations, personnel hiring, development, and goal setting
• Provide strategic direction for program development in collaboration with Colleges and Departments to meet the needs of the regional students
• Provide leadership in developing community relationships and other regionally located institutional partners at each of the regional locations
• Ensure the physical environment at each location facilitates safety and learning for students, staff, faculty, and clients including strategies and oversight for both physical plant and technology. This includes the offices at Elizabethtown, Ft. Knox, and Somerset, and the buildings and grounds at Glasgow and Owensboro.
• Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Extended Learning and Outreach, provide leadership to provide excellent academic support services to regional students at all offcampus instructional sites under the regional campus umbrella.
• Develop and implement effective initiatives that will further WKU's mission to serve this region. This will include working with Enrollment and Student Experience offices to support recruitment and retention efforts for transfer and regional students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considered Essential for Success

• Good organizational, planning, and coordination skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and re-prioritize as needed
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective operating procedures and long-range plans
• Demonstrated ability to champion regional campus strengths and needs to a variety of constituencies including political representatives, educational boards, and the general public
• Good verbal presentation, group dynamic, and facilitation skills

• Master's Degree
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills
• Must demonstrate strong knowledge of WKU programs and regional education particular to the WKU Regional Campuses
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Must possess valid Kentucky driver's license
• Ability to spend significant periods of time at a computer workstation
• Ability to travel between regional campus locations

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in language and linguistics, and English general education composition courses; maintaining an active scholarly agenda; and participating in university and departmental service,notably in ESL teacher education program outreach and assessment.

Doctorate in TESOL, linguistics, applied linguistics, second language acquisition, or doctorate in other appropriate area;demonstrate excellence in and commitment to undergraduate education, teaching and mentoring first-generation college students both in and out of the classroom, and teaching and mentoring underrepresented minority students both in and out of the classroom; demonstrate a record of scholarly and professional activities appropriate for a teaching-centered institution; enthusiasm for service to the university, the field, and the community. Candidates must demonstrate effective teaching in both face-to-face and online classrooms. Candidate must show enthusiasm for working with public school teachers and developing ESL teacher education programs in a team setting.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

The residence hall system has a capacity of almost 5,300 students and is comprised of 15 halls and 2 apartment buildings and offers a variety of living options: traditional, suite style living, community living, and a twelve month extended living hall. Western Kentucky University recognizes the fact that its residence hall programs system is an integral part of the total educational process. A major objective of this program is the creation of an environment in the residential setting that is compatible with and supportive of the student's personal, social, and academic development. Housing and Residence Life at WKU believes in creating connections with student therefore we have one professional staff member for every 200 students. The goal of our professional staff members is to help students work towards success. 
The Area Coordinator (AC) is an innovative full-time, live-in professional staff member in a dynamic department committed to creating supportive learning environments and helping students to reach their curricular and co-curricular goals. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Directly supervises one to two full-time professional staff members (Residence Hall Director)
• The CHRL and RHD team is responsible for all general administrative and managerial functions of a residence hall(s) housing approximately 350-400 residents
• Implement student success strategies and initiatives regarding a case manager concept for student success 
• Primarily responsible for recruiting, selecting, training, and supervising paraprofessional staff members
• Facilitates a programming and community development model designed around a residential curriculum
• Advises, counsels, and seeks to develop residents in alignment with the department's Mission, Vision, and Goals to create and sustain a supportive living environment
• Member of a crisis response/on-call rotation team
• Adjudicates educational disciplinary conferences for policy violations within the residence hall
• Directly supervised by a member of the departmental Leadership Team

Creating a Supportive Learning Environment

• Collaborate with academic and University partners to create and sustain residential communities that foster student learning, development, and academic success
• Establish rapport and develop mentoring relationships with residents
• Plan and present residence hall and campus-wide educational and social programs using a residential curriculum model
• Play an integral role in executing the first-year student orientation program
• Advise Hall Council by serving as a support, resource, and staff liaison
• Adjudicate educational disciplinary conferences for alleged policy violations
• Implement department initiatives, including academic initiatives
• Collaborate with housekeeping and facilities staff members to maintain a living environment conducive to learning

Administrative and Managerial Functions

• Coordinate all administrative and managerial operations of a residence hall
• Supervise, train, and evaluate a full-time Residence Hall Director(s)
• Recruit, select, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate 14-20 paraprofessional staff members
• Maintain and oversee residence hall programming and supply budget
• Report and keep record of facility, maintenance, and security issues within the hall
• Serve in active leadership roles for departmental committees, task forces, and recruitment efforts
• Provide intervention and response for crises and other facilities, safety, and security issues via a rotating on-call schedule
• Attend to summer duties including but not limited to summer residence hall housing, camps, conferences, and special projects

Essential Skills Needed

• Must be able to create connections with residential students to guide them to success 
• Must possess the ability to maintain an effective, cooperative working relationship with supervisors, supervisees, co-workers, and academic and community partners in keeping with the values and mission of both the Department and the University
• Must possess above average oral, written, and computer communication skills
• Must possess above average knowledge of student development theory and its application to meet the needs of today's college students
• Must possess demonstrated leadership, supervisory, and managerial skills
• Must possess above average multi-tasking, administrative, and organizational skills
• Must possess above average critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Must demonstrate willingness to serve as a role model for residential students, paraprofessional staff members, and co-workers in work ethic, initiative, attitude, and approach to work
• Must demonstrate willingness to role model acceptance and advocacy of diverse student populations by creating an environment committed to valuing diversity and social justice
• Must adhere to the ethical code of conduct governing the Student Affairs profession
• Must be willing to assume additional responsibilities within the department as needed

Although the majority of the position will function as described, some aspects are subject to change due to evolving departmental needs
 

• Master's degree in Student Affairs or a related field with 2 or more years of experience working in the residential setting (at least two years post-baccalaureate)

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary of $35,568 with excellent benefits package including: medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, University Bookstore discount, and reduced membership to the University's health and fitness facility
• 12-month, renewable contract
• Partially furnished pet friendly two-bedroom apartment with  internet service and utilities (fair market value of approximately $10,000 a year). Apartment use is restricted to the employee, employee's partner (as defined by guidelines), and employee's dependent children
•  Furnished office space
•  Reserved parking space with purchase of required parking permit
•  Professional development and extensive training opportunities within the Department, the Division Enrollment and Student Experience and the University at-large

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/University ADA Services (EEO). To request an accommodation, report/express a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU''s Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Mr. Joshua Hayes, EEO Director/Title IX Investigator/University ADA Coordinator, via email at joshua.hayes@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5121.

The University is also required to investigate complaints of sex and gender-based harassment, also a form of discrimination, and has designated the Title IX Coordinator as the individual responsible for coordinating the investigation and response to such complaints. The Title IX Coordinator for the University is Ms. Deborah Wilkins, who can be contacted via email at deborah.wilkins@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-5396. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU''s https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php