Academic Coordinator

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Provide organization, facilitation and oversight of various projects, activities or events within the organization. This could include, but is not limited to creating and managing schedules, timelines and event plans, facilitating communication and ensuring information is disseminated effectively. Assist with course set-up in the Learning Management System. Supports the day-to-day operation of the learning management system including working with faculty to maintain accurate course calendars and timely posting of learning materials. Provide operational support for course delivery and course activities, including working with faculty to update course content and course activities as requested. Assist in the day-to-day operation of the assessment software. Reporting grades to the Office of the Registrar. Coordinate and support the compilation and administration of assessments, including providing proctoring support on exam days. Execute and distribute accurate post-exam reporting. Assist in the development and posting of grades to the COM’s learning management system. Read and respond to student emails. Provide administrative support with outcome measurements and documentation. Serve as primary liaison between faculty and students regarding course content and delivery. Assist with attendance and updating attendance tracking systems. Other responsibilities as assigned. Advance the prestige of the University and LUCOM through advancement of and avocation for its mission and vision. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission. Serve on committees at the request of the Dean and /or his designee. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
One (1) to three (3) years' experience in administrative or clerical role.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and ELMS systems.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
Ability to understand, read, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
Possession of public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
Demonstrated strong organizational and clerical skills, having knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Microsoft Office, managing files and records, transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology, and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Excellent computer skills.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply knowledge of guidelines, policies, and procedures in a variety of situations.
Ability to contribute to a team environment and contribute expertise at appropriate times while recognizing each team members strengths and contributions.
Use of “listen first" communication style to ensure that everyone is heard so the best decision can be reached.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to show respect to their colleagues and to work in a collegial manner.
Knowledge and sensitivity to critical and subtle issues which can potentially impact academic performance and wellness, particularly for students from culturally and socio-economically diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated experience effectively advising students.
Passion to ensure both academic success and overall personal wellness.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrate time management skills and organizational skills.
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Exercise critical thinking, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Active learning by understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making needs.
Systems analysis and evaluation to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes; identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Exercise time management of self
Social perceptiveness, being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.
Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in online and residential education development and delivery.
Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in administrative or clerical role.
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously of a routine and complex nature.

Responsibilities

Provide organization, facilitation and oversight of various projects, activities or events within the organization.
Assist with course set-up in the Learning Management System.
Supports the day-to-day operation of the learning management system including working with faculty to maintain accurate course calendars and timely posting of learning materials.
Provide operational support for course delivery and course activities, including working with faculty to update course content and course activities as requested.
Assist in the day-to-day operation of the assessment software.
Reporting grades to the Office of the Registrar.
Coordinate and support the compilation and administration of assessments, including providing proctoring support on exam days.
Execute and distribute accurate post-exam reporting.
Assist in the development and posting of grades to the COM’s learning management system.
Read and respond to student emails.
Provide administrative support with outcome measurements and documentation.
Serve as primary liaison between faculty and students regarding course content and delivery.
Assist with attendance and updating attendance tracking systems.
Advance the prestige of the University and LUCOM through advancement of and avocation for its mission and vision.
Serve on committees at the request of the Dean and /or his designee.
Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.
Other responsibilities as assigned.