Duke University Job Descriptions
Duke Job Postings
To see if there are current openings for any of the job descriptions listed on this web site, please search Duke Jobs.
DIR, MAT PROGRAM
Job Title: DIR, MAT PROGRAM
Job Code: 2202
FLSA: E
Job Level: 16
Revised Date:
Job Family: JF 33
Occupational Summary
Direct, coordinate and administer the Masters of Arts in Teaching Program (MAT) to include all professional, technical and administrative aspects of the program.
Work Performed
Develop and implement policy for and daily administration of the MAT program; develop and implement program evaluations; prepare administrative and programmatic assessment reports.
Represent the MAT program in external relationships with the State Department of Public Instruction (SDPI), the National Council of Accreditation of Teacher Education, local school system administrators, faculty and elected officials, other universities, and community organizations; initiate and coordinate cooperative programs in the schools; publicize the program to local community organizations, foundations and businesses; ensure state and national accreditation requirements are met.
Direct the provision of student services for the program to include admissions, orientation, fellowship awards, student records and career services/job placement counseling; interpret University and SDPI requirements; work with SDPI to resolve programmatic or individual questions, problems and issues; direct all phases of the certification process for graduates; direct all aspects of professional training of students to include selecting/hiring mentors, establishing and communicating program needs and expectations, placing students with mentors, and maintaining liaison between students and mentors.
Direct program curriculum development and modification; identify need for new courses or modifications to existing courses, planning and implementing program changes as needed.
Represent the program to University graduate departments and other offices; pursue the further development or establishment of new collaborative relationships with other academic units to develop new programs and proposals.
Develop, monitor and analyze budgets to include projecting expenditures, revenue and enrollment and determining financial aid, fellowship and scholarship awards; supervise the preparation of financial and operational reports and analyses.
Develop and implement strategies for securing financial support for the program including the preparation of grant proposals; maintain liaison with the offices of University Development, Alumni Affairs and Research Support related to fund raising efforts.
Develop and implement strategies for marketing the program to undergraduate students; supervise the preparation of promotional materials; develop and implement recruitment strategies; conduct recruitment and information meetings; ensure appropriate follow up strategies are identified and carried out.
Interpret departmental policies and procedures, making decisions on specific operating problems and issuing instructions in the name of the program in accordance with procedures and established policies; serve as departmental liaison with other University offices concerning policies and procedures, faculty arrangements, and general program administration.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education/Training
Work requires analytical communications and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.
Experience
Work requires six years experience in program administration, continuing education, teaching/instruction or a related setting to acquire skills necessary to direct a master's degree program in teaching.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Skills
N/A
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
