Administrative Assistant for Data Collection, Analysis, & Support, School of Education & the Gemini Program

Education


Description:

Basic Purpose 

To assist the Education Department Chair with data analysis and related program and office support to ensure that all undergraduate and graduate programs operate effectively, efficiently, and professionally in order to support the School’s compliance with accreditation and the University’s Catholic mission. This is a full-time position of 37 and 1/2 hours per week, reporting to the Chair of education (60%) and to the Director of the Dual Credit Gemini Program (40%). 

 

Core Competency Skills Required 

Focus on details 
Possess excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Office, etc.) 
Demonstrate initiative and be a self-starter 
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines without direct supervision 
Utilize interpersonal skills in working with faculty, staff, students, alumni and community contacts 
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality 
Maintain timeliness and accuracy in record-keeping 
 

Principal Activities 

Undertake clerical and administrative support tasks 
Recruit potential candidates:??immediate contact via email or phone? 
Serve as point of contact with students regarding: 
        --Field hours  

        --Portfolio system 

        --Praxis tests  

        --VIRTUS training and updates  

        --Education Program requirements and student status  

        --TEP applications, test scores, transcripts and interviews 

        --State requirements and paperwork including but not limited to: 

             Background checks 

             Health verification 

             TB tests 

             Code of Ethics 

Track student progress in meeting program requirements 
Oversee candidate applications to graduate programs, Teacher Education Program, & Student Teaching  
Maintain student files 
Supervise education work study students 
Data entry into EPSB and OELE state systems 
Maintain portfolio system: point of contact for vendor/students, troubleshoot, collect data, create reports  
Create forms and surveys and collect & report data gathered through those items  
Coordinate department calendar  
Coordinate department & committee meetings, & other on-site events 
Build/maintain Education Canvas site 
Collect, organize, and store data from multiple sources for reporting and accreditation purposes including, but not limited to: 
        --Teaching observation documentation 

        --MOUs with local school districts 

        --Cooperating or mentor teacher orientation 

        --Praxis test scores 

        --Student demographic, placement, and scholastic data 

Prepare various reports to specifications including: EPP, Title II, Title II IRPC, ETS (PRAXIS), Admission/Exit, Annual Report, CAEP annual report 
Manage invoices and stipends including remuneration of mentor and cooperating teachers 
VIRTUS Coordinator 
Coordinate Alumni and Employer Surveys (1 year out) 
Coordinate support for Accreditation preparation/visits  
 Support department, chair, Gemini Director, and students 
Support new undergraduate and graduate programs as they are developed 
Undertake any additional duties, as assigned 
   

Gemini Program Responsibilities: 

 

Coordinate Cognos reports for all dual credit programs (Boone County Early College, Kenton County Academies, all schools TMS has dual credit courses being taught in) (daily) 
Coordinate with TMC registrar to maintain updated rosters 
Communicate with each building contact point to answer questions about registration status (daily) 
Sort and file school, student, faculty, course lists using Cognos to maintain accurate data points on each student affiliated with TMU dual credit (daily) 
Distribute class lists, student letters, Disclosure Statements, and FERPA Waivers to school contacts  
Share data with admissions for recruiting opportunities 
Share responsibilities with admissions in maintaining accurate information on the website  
Coordinate and maintain all MOU’s with each school 
 
Education, Specialized and/or Technical Knowledge Requirements 

AA or BA degree  
Minimum of 2 years related experience 
Bachelor’s degree preferred 

Please Contact: Laura Custer, Director of Human Resources
Location: Thomas More University, 333 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills, KY 41017
Phone Number or Extension: 859-344-3314
Email: custerl@thomasmore.edu


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