Kennesaw State University Looking for Program Manager – Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery – STA Full Time

Job ID: 268028

About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? 

Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia’s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manages CYAAR programming and activities on the Marietta campus designed to increase the 
recruitment, retention, progression and graduation of CRP students
2. Assists with strategic planning, assessment, and evaluation of substance use, addiction, and 
recovery initiatives
3. Provides a comprehensive, non-judgmental, student focused collegiate recovery program 
based on evidence-based strategies and recovery-informed research 
4. Conducts needs assessments, annual surveys, and program evaluations to measure 
effectiveness and impact of Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery¿s (CYAAR), 
programs and services. 
5. Informs policy and decision-making on Marietta campus related to student health and 
substance use, misuse and addiction, and service provisions
6. Maintains collaborative relationships with Marietta campus partners including Academic 
Affairs, Student Affairs, and student groups to facilitate collegiate recovery programming and 
services 
7. Coordinates use of the Owl Life student engagement software to create and publicize 
student programs and events, track student participation, and ensure compliance with 
divisional and university guidelines 
8. Provides support for divisional priorities and initiatives beyond the scope of the department,
as requested 

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:
¿ Demonstrated understanding of a holistic approach to student wellness and the connection of 
student well-being to academic success and retention
¿ Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of student development and frameworks
¿ Ability to devise, develop, collect and analyze statistical information and reports
¿ Ability to recognize and protect confidential information and exercise judgment, tact, and 
diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations
¿ Ability to work as a contributing member in a team-oriented environment, successfully 
interacting with internal and external colleagues and partners
¿ Available to work evenings and weekends for programming with students
¿ Ability to successfully interact with individuals/groups from an array of backgrounds,
experiences, and communication styles; A demonstrated passion for and/or experience supporting student 
success in a diverse and complex environment

Job Summary

Develops, organizes and implements comprehensive programs in the assigned college, department and/or unit.  Responsible for preparing and organizing programs and activities.  Promotes programs internal and external to the university and evaluates effectiveness.  Ensures programs comply with university and USG policies and procedures.

This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding. Continued employment is contingent upon availability of grant funding for this position.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*:
1. Develops, prepares, coordinates and implements assigned programs
2. Manages and facilitates department communications including program marketing, website creation, mobile applications and social media
3. Serves as liaison and communicates with academic divisions, colleges and departments
4. May assists in developing, monitoring and managing budget processes
5. Manages event planning, marketing and logistics
6. Interprets, evaluates, develops and implements policies and procedures
7. Creates, administers, and analyzes assessment programs
8. Facilitates program components, post-program evaluation and operational reporting
9. Assists with developing new programming
10. Prepares operational reports and analysis to inform center-level reporting and decision-making
11. May supervise assigned staff and/or student assistants

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Required Experience
Three (3) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and actively contribute to the creation and implementation of short and long-range department goals; the ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs 
Ability to creatively problem solve and independently initiate and develop action plan for addressing identified issues
Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with key campus stakeholders
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

SKILLS
Excellent project management skills; 
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills  
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) 
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills 
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Kennesaw State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin race religion, sexual orientation, or status as a protected Veteran. Kennesaw State University is a participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) effective October 15, 2007. Participant ID: 61415