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Position Title
Associate Director for the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs
FLSA
Department
Institute for Black Catholic Studies
Job Summary
Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for the position of Associate Director
for the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs. This position is responsible for
providing administrative support to the Institute of Black Catholic Studies (IBCS).
Responsibilities
The Associate Director for the Continuing Education and Enrichment Program is the principal administrator of the program. S/he works collegially with the Director and other Associate Directors during the Fall and Spring months in the general planning and coordination of the summer session. S/he is present on campus and actively involved as administrator during IBCS Faculty Orientation and the weeks of the C&E programs. As the principal administrator of the C&E Programs, s/he is responsible for the following:
Administration and Curriculum

• Provides general administration and management of the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs, with particular attention to curriculum consistency;
• Monitors the pastoral/formation needs of Church and community to develop the curriculum of the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs;
• Plans the Continuing Education and Enrichment courses to be offered each session;
• Identifies and recruits Continuing Education and Enrichment faculty to be recommended to the Director for hiring;
• Promotes Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs during the year;
• Provides faculty support for effective instruction;
• Provides the Director with evaluation of the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs' faculty;
• Coordinates the organization of student and program files.

Students

• Oversees registration and monitors the academic progress of the Continuing Education and Enrichment Program students;
• Conducts student evaluation process;
• Posts student grades via the University Banner System.

Budget

• Proposes to Director the faculty and other budget items for the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs.

The Associate Director for the Continuing Education and Enrichment Programs is appointed for a term of one year. The appointment is renewable. Provision must be made so that at no time should the Director and Associate Directors all be new to the Institute. AA/EOE
Minimum Qualifications
The Associate Director of the C&E Programs should hold a terminal degree (D. Min or Ph.D.) in Pastoral Theology or Religious Studies, Religious Education, or a related field, from an accredited University with some demonstration of previous administrative competency in an educational or similar institution. Credentials should be supported by the proper transcripts, curriculum vitae, references and other supporting evidence.
Preferred Qualifications
The Associate Director of the C&E Programs should hold a terminal degree:

• Advanced training in D. Min or Ph.D. in Pastoral Theology or Religious Studies, Religious Education, or a related field, from an accredited University.

Special Requirements Summary
Work Hours
Part-Time (summer sessions)
KSA's
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F167P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Date
06/13/2025
Application Review Date
06/13/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu.
Use this link to access the online application: https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/2779.
Please submit the following materials:
(1) A cover letter emphasizing their qualifications for all the indicated responsibilities of the position, (2) a comprehensive CV, (3) transcript, and (4) contact information for at least three references who can provide letters of recommendation. Questions about the position should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow (kdbellow@xula.edu). Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Institute For Black Catholic Studies is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute to the growth of our program and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3597
About Xavier
About Xavier
About Xavier University of LouisianaFounded in 1925 by Saint Katherine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.