Continuing Education Specialist

Job Summary

The College of Social Work is seeking a qualified Continuing Education Specialist. This position will oversee the administration and coordination of the College of Social Work's Office of Professional Development and Continuing Education (OPDCE) program.

Responsibilities include advancement of professional development (PD) and continuing education (CE) programming through strategic planning and development. This position ensures compliance and adherence to all regulatory and accreditation Boards pertaining to relevant professional licensure and certification. Additional duties include identifying target audiences, marketing OPDCE offerings and services to appropriate audiences, and expanding PD and CE programming using multiple modalities and platforms. This position will provide income projections, monitor the OPDCE budget, and ensure financial viability of the OPDCE program through income management protocol development.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Professional knowledge of continuing education, professional licensure standards, regulations, and competencies; Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations in relation to professional licensure; public speaking, public relations and marketing knowledge.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Driver's license preferred.

Deadline to Apply 05/16/2024 University Community of Inclusion

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.