Assistant Director, Theological Studies

Emory University

. Assist with strategic planning, development, and implementation of La Mesa Academy programs .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program development, strategic planning, and budget management while effectively collaborating with stakeholders and supervising staff. Proficient in maintaining academic records, conducting training, and promoting program awareness through presentations and publications.

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Program DevelopmentBudget ManagementStrategic PlanningStaff SupervisionPresentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Program EvaluationStatistical ReportingGrant ManagementCurriculum PreparationEvent PlanningAdmissions ProcessesResearch DesignDocumentation MaintenanceOperational TrainingEnrollment Verification

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationNetworkingAdvisingLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Program ViabilityAcademic RecordsCommittee LeadershipProspective-Student CommunicationsOperational Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with strategic planning, development, and implementation of La Mesa Academy programs
Represent the program at meetings, conferences, events, and national settings
Develop and present speeches or presentations to promote program awareness
Provide technical support by evaluating processes, conducting training, attending operational meetings, and networking with affiliated groups
Monitor progress toward objectives and deadlines
Participate in planning, administering, and monitoring program-related budgets
Conduct research, design initiatives, and collaborate to maintain program viability
Serve on, hold office in, or chair committees
Write publishable articles and papers
Supervise staff as needed
Develop or assist with operational and statistical reports
Maintain required records and documentation
Maintain financial records, accounts payable, receipts, and grant management
Collaborate with the registrar to maintain academic records
Manage course catalog, curriculum preparation, enrollment verification, and student records
Coordinate calendaring, event planning, and event execution
Assist with admissions and enrollment processes, application review, prospective-student communications, recruitment, and yield efforts
Advise students on policies, degree requirements, and registration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program(s) and five years of program-related experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Ability to perform position tasks generally in person at an Emory University location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment protections
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Remote work-from-home day options may be granted at department discretion