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Details Information Requisition Number S4934P Home Org Name Chemical Engineering Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title Academic Programs Administrator Job Class Code AA02A/B/C Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary The College of Engineering's Chemical Engineering department is seeking applications for an Academic Program Administrator. This position will be responsible for collaborating with the Director and staff to support academic programs within the Chemical Engineering department through high-level administrative program support responsibilities. Essential Functions * Assists and supports the Department Chair and the Graduate Program Officers for the Chemical Engineering Department and the Polymer and Fiber Engineering Program with communications, awards, documents, databases and reports. * Assists the Chemical Engineering Graduate Recruiting Committee with recruitment on and off campus of Graduate Students, manages acceptances and declinations, creates and updates reports and databases, corresponds with and responds to potential applicants, and collaborates with the department and college marketing and communications liaisons to develop recruiting, marketing and communication materials. * Coordinates and organizes the Graduate Program's professional organization and student development activities related to membership, meeting scheduling, and ensuring resources are available. * Coordinates program/services activities for the department Graduate Program to ensure relevant guidelines, specifications, policy and/or procedures are enforced and followed. * Provides information to and facilitates communication between administrators, faculty, staff, and students concerning programs/services for the department's Graduate Program. * Facilitates onboarding activities, events and programs for incoming Graduate Students, and collaborates with department partners to enhance and streamline the students' onboarding experience; facilitates the off-boarding process as Graduate Students complete and graduate from their respective program. * Advises and mentors Graduate Students; meets with Graduate Students each semester to review their academic progress; maintains accurate and confidential files, databases, curriculum plans and reports. 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Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Level I: Bachelor's degree Level II: Bachelor's degree plus 2 years experience in project or program administration. Level III: Bachelor's degree plus 4 years experience in project or program administration. Substitutions Allowed for Education: When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills. Minimum Technology Skills Have demonstrated knowledge of financial management, the ability to successfully work both independently and in a team environment, and proficiency in MS Office & Excel are critical. Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Experience in higher education and Auburn University's administrative systems, policies and procedures. Posting Detail Information Salary Range $40,200 - $76,540 Job Category Academic Advising/Support Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 12/03/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more. 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