Operations Director Kdcc/Map U99894

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University invites qualified applicants for the position of Operations Director, Kay Doré Counseling Clinic and McNeese Autism Program. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified staff position. The appointment will begin August 1, 2024.

DEPARTMENT: Kay Doré Counseling Clinic and McNeese Autism Program

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

POSITION NUMBER: U99894

DEADLINE: Open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application (Cover Letter)

• Vita

• Names and contact information for 3 references

• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)

Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Kim Dronett at kdronett@mcneese.edu or (337) 475-5413

Position Duties/Responsibilities

The director will collaborate with the clinical directors, clinical staff, and faculty in the Department of Psychology to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Kay Doré Counseling Clinic (KDCC) and McNeese Autism Program (MAP). Additionally, the director is responsible for:

Operations

• Manage all budgetary processes including but limited to program revenue and expenses, billing and collections, inventory, purchasing, and travel.

• Set annual goals based on established program benchmarks.

• Attend weekly program meetings to monitor progress and bi-monthly MAP clinic meetings.

• Supervise office staff in the Kay Doré Counseling Clinic and McNeese Autism Program.

• Complete annual evaluations of office staff; approve annual evaluations of the KDCC/MAP staff completed by clinical supervisors.

• Ensure all staff (e.g. full-time, student workers, graduate assistants) complete required annual trainings (e.g. HIPAA, ethics, safety meetings.).

• Coordinate annually with clinical supervisors, clinical staff, and faculty in the Department of Psychology and Counseling to evaluate policies and procedures.

• Assist clinical faculty and staff with accreditation efforts.

Program Promotion and Marketing

• Implement effective marketing to build community awareness.

• Promote national, state, and local recognition of the KDCC/MAP as a preeminent university-based center for clinical service.

• Promote national, state, and local recognition of the KDCC/MAP as a preeminent university-based education center for master's level students in Counseling/ABA.

• Track and interpret marketing data for development and implementation of strategic plan and objectives.

• Manage physical and digital marketing and public relations, including social media.

• Provide oversight for the development and distribution of promotional materials.

• Collaborate with the Office of Marketing and Communications for the development of promotional materials.

Continuing Education Opportunities for Full-time Staff:

• Promote full-time staff participation in conferences as attendees and presenters.

• Assist with organization and execution of professional and community workshops and presentations.

Program Fundraising

• Research fundraising opportunities and submit grant applications.

• Establish relationships with major donors/corporations and make presentations.

• Design and organize fundraising campaigns and events.

• Collaborate with the Department of Psychology and Counseling faculty to secure external funding for the KDCC/MAP services.

Supporting McNeese Initiatives

Required/Preferred Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
• A minimum 3-5 years of administrative and budgetary experience in a community-based, profit or non-profit, health care agency.

Preferred:

• Master's Degree from an accredited university recognized as a member of the Commission on Colleges.

• Master's degree in business, accounting, or related discipline; CPA preferred

• Experience in health systems management.

General University information

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity.

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Inclusive Excellence: Voice: (337) 475-5428; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227; or kyoungblood@mcneese.edu.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.

McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:

Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.

You may view the current year's Benefits Guide at: MYMCNEESE EMPLOYEE EXTRAS

Agency McNeese State University

Address McNeese State University

Box 91615

Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70605

Phone (337) 475-5977

(337) 475-5413

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