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POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Associate Director will work with the Accountancy faculty to develop and implement strategic initiatives especially related to undergraduate and graduate education. This position will develop and market educational programs; and recruit, onboard, and provide continued support to students. The associate director will maintain relationships with alumni of all Accountancy programs; develop and maintain relationships with external organizations and individuals critical to the successful employment of graduates. The associate director will also have primary responsibility for core operational functions of the Accountancy department, working directly with the department chair and faculty director(s) of accountancy-based programs: operations, finances, and personnel management. The associate director will be a primary point of contact for internal and external parties, utilizing knowledge of Accountancy professions, ethical standards, market needs, and key players.

The associate director will plan and direct a wide range of activities related to student success and will be familiar with all aspects of undergraduate and graduate Accountancy programs, recruiting events, and regularly scheduled alumni and professional events. This position will direct Accountancy accreditation with the AACSB, and plan and direct department-focused committee, board, alumni, and faculty meetings. The associate director will proactively stay abreast of changes in the professional market, and help the department's offerings stay fresh and relevant over time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and execute admission review criteria and methodology for post-graduate programs. Interview all prospective candidates; make initial admissions and financial aid decisions. (10%)

Initiate, direct, and complete accreditation activities on a continual basis. Direct related faculty activities and reporting, and draft all required reports, working with the Weatherhead School of Management team to complete the school's accreditation, and ensure the two are in sync. (6%)

Direct the creation and delivery of experiences and events for students in all Accountancy programs to enhance the quality of both the academic and overall student experience. Plan the incoming student orientations. Identify and promote additional experiences and opportunities to further enhance the student experience and professional development. (7%)

Initiate and lead the regular updates of teaching schedules and course assignments, adjunct contracts, student expense reimbursements, department budgets, faculty reviews, and other critical operational functions. Coordinate faculty recruiting and development efforts. (10%)

Anticipate, plan, coordinate, and direct as necessary internal meetings and department-level scheduling. This includes, but is not limited to the Accountancy Advisory Board, external speakers, Alumni gatherings, Accountancy Curriculum Committee, Accountancy PhD Committee, Accountancy Planning Committee, Accountancy Department meetings, and International Accountancy-based courses. (10%)

Work closely with the Accountancy Advisory Board and faculty to identify industry needs and professional licensing requirements to continually enhance program offerings. Monitor professional news and literature for critical updates, working with marketing and other Weatherhead School of Management functions. (10%)

Hire, train, and supervise graduate assistants who provide teaching, research, and support for faculty members and for the department director. This includes but is not limited to administration, processing of applications, coordinating student training, etc. (6%)

Proactively identify student challenges with coursework, job-search, academic behavior and development. Work with faculty to resolve student academic and other issues. (6%)

Independently counsel Accountancy students