Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Supervising junior faculty and linking rotating and civilian faculty with senior academic leadership transfers directly to academic-unit administration.
How to prepare: Compare your documented education and faculty-leadership record with a specific academic administration appointment to identify any actual gaps before pursuing further education. These roles typically require a master's degree, with some smaller institutions accepting a bachelor's; dean and provost appointments often require a Ph.D., and employers generally prefer related college-administration experience.
What the civilian work involves
- Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the activities of personnel, including support staff engaged in administering academic institutions, departments, or alumni organizations.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook