Position Information
Department/College AMSTIPosition Title Assistant Director, AMSTI - Athens Job Category Staff Posting Number 00379 FLSA Exempt Full or Part Time Full-Time Other Future employment is contingent upon AMSTI funding Temporary No If Temporary, number of months
Position Summary Information
Duties
The AMSTI Assistant Director is a professional staff member of the College of Education. The
primary responsibility is assisting the director in the daily operation of the AMSTI-Athens site and
serving as part-time specialist in supporting math and science instruction in AMSTI-Athens
schools. This is a 12-month position.
In addition to adhering to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Employee Handbook, the Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the State Board of Education, duties will include but are not limited to:
DUTIES:
o Schools and teachers participating in various AMSTI components; i.e. Summer Institutes, compressed training, and other professional development.
o Evaluations of Summer Institutes, compressed training and other professional development activities.
o Other documentation required by SDE, Athens State University, and external grants.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Salary Schedule
12-month position. Salary will be based on education and teaching experience according to the Athens State University-AMSTI salary schedule for Assistant Directors. Assistant Directors who are National Board Certified will be entitled to the additional amount paid by the state for such certification, as long as the certification remains in effect. Future employment is contingent upon AMSTI funding.
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University Information
Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society's “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.
EEO Statement
Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.
Background Check Statement
In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies minimum qualifications for the position. Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please provide contact information for three professional references on your application. Include correct email addresses if available.
Additional Information
Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
To view details or to apply, visit: https: // jobs.athens.edu/
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and remain
“open until filled”.
For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email us at [email protected]
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