Director of the Office of Appreciative Education

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of the Office of Appreciative Education - Boca Raton, FL.

Reporting to the Founder of the Office of Appreciative Education (OAE) and housed in the Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology at Florida Atlantic University, the Director will play a pivotal role in building upon the OAE's existing strengths and propelling its impact further.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Stewarding the day-to-day operations and budget of the OAE, ensuring a human-centered environment that empowers our team to deliver exceptional professional development experiences.

• Curating all professional development offerings (i.e., Appreciative Advising Online Course, Appreciative Administration Online Course, Appreciative Advising Institutes, Appreciative Advising Academy, Free Webinar Series, Certified Appreciative Adviser Program, Appreciative Education Conferences, etc.), including playing a key role in cultivating a dynamic learning experience by collaboratively developing engaging course content, attracting and training skilled instructors, and designing effective assessments.

• Collaborating with colleagues at UNCG and the editorial team to help manage the Journal of Appreciative Education .

• Co-creating a vibrant online presence that showcases the OAE’s strengths and attracts a thriving community of learners.

• Championing innovative funding solutions to secure resources that amplify the OAE’s impact.

• Cultivating the strengths of the OAE team and fostering a supportive and inspiring work environment by supervising a Coordinator (1 FTE), a Graduate Teaching Assistant (.25 FTE), undergraduate intern(s), and volunteers.

• Leveraging the collective strengths of key leaders across FAU and other institutions to collaboratively drive the successful implementation of impactful OAE initiatives.

• Co-creating a visionary roadmap designed to unleash the full potential of the OAE to cultivate a thriving learning ecosystem.

• Contributing to the success of the OAE by taking initiative on developing new projects and opportunities as they arise.

The College of Education at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

• Sick Leave Pool Program

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Doctorate degree.
Extensive involvement in the Appreciative Education movement.
Documented experience with developing programs and curriculum, successfully directing an administrative office, including supervision of employees.
A leader known for fostering a collaborative spirit, innovation, and a positive attitude, building on the strengths of the team to achieve exceptional results.
Proven ability to conduct research and publish/present findings.

Salary:

$75,000 - $90,000 per year.
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

COE: Educational Leadership & Research Methods - Appreciative Advising

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8a.m. - 5 p.m. Some nights and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2024-04-15

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position involves research or research-related support
Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.