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The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is one of the largest academic units on the UW Seattle campus, employing over 1400 tenure-track and research faculty, in 43 departments and centers, and generating an average $120 million dollars in sponsored research each year. CAS is comprised of 4 major divisions – Arts, Humanities, Social Science and Natural Science – whose cutting-edge research spans from malaria treatment to solar energy to human rights.  CAS is home to diverse music, art, drama, dance, digital arts academic units and degrees, and runs one performance hall (Meany) and two major museums (Henry Art and Burke).  CAS academic programs support more than 22,000 undergraduates and 2600 graduate students. The College occupies over 1 million square feet of space spread across campus and off-campus facilities in more than 50 buildings. 

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Applied Math Department hosts a vibrant community of scholars dedicated to conducting world-class interdisciplinary research in the physical, biological, and engineering sciences. It has 15 faculty members, 14 adjunct faculty, 21 affiliate faculty, five emeritus faculty and seven staff members serving 200 undergraduate majors, 50 doctoral students, 300 master’s students as well as non-majors enrolled in courses.  The Computational Finance and Risk Management (CFRM) program is housed under the Department of Applied Mathematics and responsible for approximately 100 of the master’s degree students in the Department.

Applied and computational mathematics incorporates interdisciplinary study in the physical, engineering, and biological sciences. We provide dynamic and engaging graduate training that is especially strong in scientific computing and modern mathematical methods and in the application areas of mathematical biology, nonlinear waves and coherent structures, mathematical finance, and climate modeling.

The Department of Applied Mathematics has an outstanding opportunity for a Counseling Services Coordinator.

Program student advising: 45%
Provide one-on-one advising for online and campus students for the CFRM MS degree and Computational Finance Certificate, and serve as a backup for AMATH advising. This includes but is not limited to the following:

Academic planning, funding options, registration process

Assist students in the interpretation of program and university requirements and policies

Advise students on their progress in the program, available program paths, and achievement of graduation requirements

Monitor student quarterly progress and help students overcome problems that hinder academic performance

Manage the proctor tracking system for online students

Contribute to Canvas resource pages for current students

Guide students through University systems to avoid or overcome administrative issues

Work with the Career Services Manager on internship and career opportunities for students

Act as liaison with International Student Services (ISS) and provide students basic CPT and OPT guidance.

Prospective Student Advising: 25%
Advise prospective online and campus students for the CFRM MS degree, Computational Finance Certificate, and future programs. This includes but is not limited to the following:

Admissions process, academic planning, program prerequisites

Manage application process with program admissions committee and program director

Manage the admissions process for the MS and Certificate programs: manage admissions files and file management system, update and review application and admissions materials for the faculty review committee

Represent the program at recruiting events

Program Management: 30%

Lead student engagement activities such as recruitment, orientation, graduation, and other program and department events

Manage CFRM and selected departmental website content and oversee related online activities, including newsletters and email/advertising campaigns in conjunction with the System Administrator

Collaborate with CFRM Program Director and staff to develop marketing and outreach strategies

Facilitate and oversee annual recruitment strategy with the goal of diversifying student populations in partnership with program staff and director

Implement course changes and program changes through the College of Arts & Sciences, Academic Affairs & Planning, and University Curriculum Office (Kuali)

Consult with program director on MS admissions, to ensure that enrollment and budgetary goals are in alignment

Maintain program documentation

Provide training and advice to program faculty, including on-boarding new faculty

Coordinate with CFRM Program Director and AMATH Administrator to hire program affiliate instructors and teaching assistants

Assist with implementation and program operations of new lecture capturing process.

Coordinate with campus units involved in the administration and management of self-sustaining degree and non-degree programs

Conduct data collection for the CFRM program as requested by faculty, university units, and external partners such as ranking agencies.

Act as the CFRM liaison to the UW Graduate School and Continuum College

In consultation with CFRM Program Director, coordinate and manage course scheduling, including Time Schedule entry

Attend program and department staff meetings

Attend Graduate School, ISS, and other meetings with campus partners as appropriate

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree.

A combination of student counseling and program management experience: minimum of three years.

This position requires a regular workday schedule of 8 hours a day. Occasional special events may require work on weekday evenings and/or weekends. May involve some travel.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and collaborative skills.

Ability to take initiative, work independently, but also be part of a cohesive team.

Strong competency with MS Office, especially with Excel to create and maintain program databases and to generate reports.

Commitment to working with multicultural, diverse, inclusive, underserved populations.

Ability to interact professionally with a broad spectrum of individuals and groups.

Familiarity with systems/platforms and tools technology for support of program pedagogical, administrative, and marketing purposes

Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure in the context of a fast-paced environment, with frequent interruptions and managing a complex, multi-faceted and growing program.


Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.