Associate Director, Evening and Weekend LEAD - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL
Job Description:

• Translates class module designs and learning goals into concrete plans with assistance from class or program manager. Creates learning materials, plans logistics, coordinates with partners, reserves space and follows through. This will include the configuration of Canvas (a Learning Management System) to organize reading, assignments, quizzes and other forms of student engagement.Â
• Oversees how plans are carried out and improves processes for class modules and other programs. Implements processes for student enrollment, engagement and ongoing communications. Plans course-day roles and responsibilities, solicits feedback, conducts debriefs and continuously improves learning module delivery.Â
• Manages selected projects to support the functioning of the LDO. These may include office communication, procurement, operations and budgetary processes.
• Builds strong relationships within and beyond the LDO to support the delivery of class and program modules. Close collaboration is required with Student Life, Academic Services and Admissions. Relationships include staff from other departments, coaches and outside experiential vendors.Â
• Responsible for all aspects of the recruiting and selection process for student facilitators, including facilitator orientation programs.
• Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to provide individual and team feedback as well as counseling to students as they learn and reflect upon their interpersonal skill development and performance in leadership education programs and at the University.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• A minimum of three years of experience managing large-scale projects.
• Background with budget management.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Learn new software programs.

Preferred Competencies

• Proven ability to thrive in and contribute to a dynamic team environment.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
• Excellent project management skills with attention to both detail and timeliness.
• Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes.
• Work on projects simultaneously, meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with diverse populations, such as colleagues, students, faculty and corporate contacts.

Working Conditions

• This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
• Work evening and weekend course and program dates as needed.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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