Director of Early College Programs (KAMS and AMS)

Fort Hays State University•Hays, KS

About The Position

The Director of Early College Programs is responsible for oversight of the Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science (KAMS) and the Academy of Mathematics and Science (AMS) operations including program leadership, culture, budget, and staff. The position collaborates on student development, academic programs and curriculum development, student recruitment, housing, and student counseling. Coordinates the building of support and rapport with all Academy stakeholders including students, parents, school districts, international partners and agents, future employers; and securing external support. Early College Programs at Fort Hays State University include the Kansas Academy of Mathematics & Science (KAMS) and the Academy of Mathematics & Science (AMS). KAMS provides academically talented students from around the state of Kansas an opportunity to live and study college courses during their final two years of high school. AMS provides academically talented students from around the world an opportunity to live and study college courses during their final two years of high school. KAMS and AMS students live in the same residence hall and often take similar courses. Both academies are STEM-focused and provide rigorous coursework, research opportunities, and the ability for students to engage in campus clubs and activities.

Requirements

A master’s degree or 6 years of experience in lieu of degree
Three years of professional experience working in higher education or K-12 education/administration in Kansas
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in a related field including education, counseling, business, public administration, science, mathematics, or equivalent discipline
Five or more years of progressive experience working in higher education or as an administrator in the K-12 setting in Kansas
Experience in supervision of full-time staff
Proven experience working and collaborating in teams
Understanding of recruitment and marketing techniques with both domestic and international student populations
Demonstrated leadership skills including program development, professional staff supervision, and budgetary experience
Familiarity with early college success organizations such as Kansas Gifted, Talented, and Creative, National Consortium of Secondary STEM Schools, Coalition for Leaders of Advanced Student Success, & National Consortium of Early College Entrance Programs
Demonstrated experience working on curriculum development

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for KAMS and AMS
Supervise and review staff including Assistant Director for Student Services, Financial Administrator, Coordinator for Marketing & Recruitment, Administrative Specialist, Activities Coordinator, and the KAMS/AMS Graduate Assistant
Provide appropriate professional development opportunities for staff
Serve as guardian to all students in KAMS and AMS
Rotate “on call” duties including escorting students to any appointment where a guardian is required including emergency appointments such as visit to Hays Medical Center, Pharmacies, and other health related appointments
Develop and facilitate international partnerships involving student recruitment, study abroad, student exchange, and research collaboration
Lead international recruitment initiatives
Oversee relationships with key organizations like Kansas Gifted, National Consortium of Secondary STEM Schools, Coalition for Leaders of Advanced Student Success, & National Consortium of Early College Entrance Programs
Develop the yearly Colloquia plan and the fall Junior Research Seminar course with help of the Assistant Director
Provide liaison with Kansas State High School Activities Association, Thomas More Prep-Marian High School, Hays High School, and other government agencies
Gain external support through grants and gifting opportunities
Oversee student disciplinary hearing officer on KAMS and AMS specific discipline issues
Serve on the KAMS/AMS Behavioral Intervention Team (KAMS/AMS BIT)
Developing, monitoring and coordinating the KAMS and AMS curriculum:
Work with faculty, staff, and deans on curriculum issues
Work with academic departments to schedule courses
Facilitating the development of new courses and course materials
Develop and implement KAMS Summer STEM Summit
Responsible for implementation of procedures and policies as they relate to academic affairs
Develop research opportunities for students
Responsible for organizing KAMS and AMS completion ceremony
Approval of graduation requirements in conjunction with Assistant Directors
Organize and arrange for students to participate in academic, social, and scholastic competitions.
Collaborate with the university organizations and departments for student development opportunities
Provide leadership in the direction for policy development
Support and consult with Residential Life staff
Assist with issues regarding student life, student programming designed to enhance student learning and development, student housing and the physical environment
Participate in seminars to address KAMS and AMS students’ needs on an as-needed basis
Assure the KAMS and AMS Student-Parent Handbooks are updated
Work within the enrollment management structure of FHSU
Other duties as assigned