Assistant Director of Honors Program

The University of Evansville invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of the Honors Program. This role supports the success of the Honors Program by managing academic, budget, and community-building initiatives. The ideal candidate will excel in organizational and communication skills and thrive in a dynamic, student-focused environment.   

Primary Responsibilities 

Administrative Oversight: 

• Management of Honors Program budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring compliance with University policies 
• Planning and organization of Honors Program Symposia and other events in collaboration with the student-led Honors Activity Board (HAB) 
• Administrative supervision of student progress toward meeting Honors Program requirements 
• Organization and maintenance of Honors Program-related records and materials  
• Facilitation of procedures for collecting and reviewing applications such as Requests for Funding, Honors Projects, Course Contracting, and Opt Up Courses 
• Coordination with offices on campus whose work interfaces with the Honors Program, such as Academic Services, Admission, Marketing, Student Engagement, the Center for Innovation and Change, and Alumni Relations 

Honors Student Engagement: 

• Support for Honors Student Orientation and Commencement Activities 
• Managing channels of communication between Honors Students, the Honors Program Faculty Advisory Committee (HPFAC), and other Honors-adjacent offices on campus 

Program Development: 

• Collaborate with the Honors Program Director and HPFAC to explore and develop plans for an Honors College 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:   

A bachelor’s degree is required, and familiarity with higher education is strongly preferred. Candidates should have experience managing budgets or academic programs, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word, and strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner with the ability to adapt to evolving responsibilities and work independently or collaboratively as needed. 

Work Schedule:   

This position is 30 hours per week, primarily during regular business hours. However, the Assistant Director will also be required to attend special events outside normal hours, such as retreats and banquets. 

How to Apply:   

Please submit an application for employment at https://www.evansville.edu/offices/hr/employment-application-form.cfm. 

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