Education Administrators, Postsecondary

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Education Administrators, Postsecondary

What they do

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Also Called: Academic Affairs Vice President (Academic Affairs VP), Academic Dean, Admissions Director, College President, Dean, Financial Aid Director, Institutional Research Director, Provost, Registrar, Students Dean, Academic Affairs Vice President (Academic Affairs VP), Academic Dean, Admissions Director, College President, Dean, Financial Aid Director, Institutional Research Director, Provost, Registrar, Students Dean

$62,970
Starting Salary (2023)
$102,610
Median Salary (2023)
3.5%
Projected Job Growth
167,270
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Participate in faculty and college committee activities.
Establish operational policies and procedures and make any necessary modifications, based on analysis of operations, demographics, and other research information.
Prepare reports on academic or institutional data.
Promote the university by participating in community, state, and national events or meetings, and by developing partnerships with industry and secondary education institutions.
Represent institutions at community and campus events, in meetings with other institution personnel, and during accreditation processes.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Social
Working with people
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Initiative
Integrity
Leadership
Dependability
Cooperation
Achievement/Effort

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Instructing
Active Listening
Writing
Speaking

Expected Knowledge

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Common Activities

Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

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