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SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE
The Kansas Board of Regents invites applicants to fill the position of Senior Administrative Associate. The nine-member Kansas Board of Regents is the governing board of the state’s six universities and the statewide coordinating board for the state’s 32 public higher education institutions (six state universities, one municipal university, nineteen community colleges, and six technical colleges).
The Senior Administrative Associate provides high level administrative support to the Board office and provides operational support to the Board and Technical Education Authority. This position will prepare monthly Board and TEA meeting agendas and annual Board and TEA meeting calendars while coordinating, collecting, editing and assembling meeting material, attend Board and TEA meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and organize Board and TEA meetings and campus visits. In addition, this position will prepare and distribute notice of Board, TEA and subcommittee meetings, and make changes to the Policy Manual to incorporate new and amended policies.
The successful candidate will have three years of relevant experience and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail. The candidate must also have excellent skills in oral and written communication, critical thinking and analytical reasoning, interpersonal interaction, and project and time management. High-level organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines are essential. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and experience working for a Kansas state agency or higher education institution are among the preferred qualifications.
Salary range is $46,000 to $54,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a hybrid position; in person work at the Topeka office and travel within Kansas to Board meetings and an annual retreat will be required. The Kansas Board of Regents offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement savings plan; paid leave and holidays; and tuition assistance at several state universities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents.
Interested candidates will apply for this position through the State of Kansas Employment Center and Careers portal website located here (Job ID 214907). A letter of application, current resume, and three professional references contact information must be submitted as part of the application. Screening of applications will begin on December 13, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. As part of the selection process, a criminal background check will be completed.
The Kansas Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
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DIRECTOR FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
The Kansas Board of Regents invites applicants to fill the position of Director for Academic Affairs. The nine-member Kansas Board of Regents is the governing board of the state’s six universities and the statewide coordinating board for the state’s 32 public higher education institutions (six state universities, one municipal university, nineteen community colleges, and six technical colleges).
The Director for Academic Affairs is responsible for working collaboratively with both internal and external constituents to evaluate and develop academic policies and procedures and to lead strategic initiatives for the Kansas system of higher education. The director is also responsible for administering teacher education grants, coordinating annual and biannual reports, leading systemwide transfer initiatives, leading systemwide credit for prior learning initiatives, conducting policy research, and leading systemwide initiatives.
The successful candidate will be an intellectual leader who holds a master’s degree from an accredited institution and understands the broad array of critical issues confronting public higher education in Kansas and nationally. The candidate will also possess substantial teaching and/or administrative experience in a higher education setting. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding and appreciation for all sectors and institutions represented in the Kansas public higher education system. A well-developed set of communication (oral and written), analytical, and interpersonal skills is essential. A doctorate from an accredited institution and a demonstrated capacity to deal with critical issues confronting higher education are among the preferred qualifications for the position.
Salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is authorized to work remotely; however, in-person work at the Topeka office will be required as needed, as well as occasional travel to locations within and outside of the state of Kansas. The Kansas Board of Regents offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement savings plan; paid leave and holidays; and tuition assistance at several state universities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents.
Interested candidates will apply for this position through the State of Kansas Employment Center and Careers portal website located here (Job ID 214899). A letter of application, current resume, and three professional references contact information must be submitted as part of the application. Screening of applications will begin on December 6, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. As part of the selection process, a criminal background check will be completed.
The Kansas Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
For more details on this position, including the complete position description, click here.
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