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JOB OPENINGSMORRIS BROWN COLLEGEATLANTA, GEORGIAProvost & Senior Vice President of Academic AffairsOverview:Morris Brown College (MBC) invites nominations and applications for the position of Provostand Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. The Provost is the Chief Academic officer of theCollege, reporting directly to the President and is the senior member of the President’s Cabinet.The provost will be an innovative leader who will provide an energizing vision for enriching andreinstating academic programs; hiring and focusing members of the faculty; expanding andenhancing programs; and augmenting the student experience. The provost will serve as astrong partner to continue a transformative and ambitious agenda to move MBC in thedirection determined by the College’s aspirational plan for the future – to move from Candidatestatus to full accreditation as a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Collegesand Schools (TRACS). Goals include growing student enrollment, enhancing current curriculum,hiring new faculty, and adding programs.The successful applicant will: have a terminal degree from an accredited College and a record of scholarshipcommensurate with a tenured full professor; possess substantial senior administrative experience as a dean (or equivalent) or higher;have vision, integrity, creativity, energy, and acumen; possess collegial, collaborative, and diplomatic skills; and understand and appreciate thevalue of liberal arts and professional education.Morris Brown College, founded in 1881 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church, is a private,coeducational, liberal arts college engaged in teaching and public service with special focus inleadership, management, business, entrepreneurship, music and technology.To apply and see full description, click here and follow instructions.1
Student Accounts SpecialistOverview:Reporting to the Director of Financial Aid, the Student Accounts Specialist is an important partof the Financial Aid team and a collaborative partner in meeting various institutional goals andobjectives. Additionally, the Student Accounts Specialist will demonstrate by example, a clearcommitment to providing excellent customer service. Moreover, the Student AccountsSpecialist will ensure full compliance with all federal and state Title IV regulations andreporting.The Student Accounts Specialist reports to the Director of Financial Aid.Job dutiesJob duties for this role include (but not limited to) the following requirements as demonstratedin TRACS accreditation requirements, Financial Aid Guide/Policies and Procedures handbook,and state requirements with The Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary EducationCommission (GNPEC): Verifying that tuition and fees are current and accurate on student ledgers eachsemester.Posting Financial Aid to student accountsPreparing and distributing student account statementsMaintaining the “holds” report and releasing “holds” against delinquent accounts.Assisting students with the student account questions and resolves escalated studentaccount issues.Recommending actions in the collection of past due accountsDelivering bank deposits to bankFinancial aid refunds or credit balances on student accountsAssisting with the quarterly audits by preparing files for the audit, pulling designatedsamples and account reconciliations as neededKeeping current on billing and payment policies and proceduresReviewing out of school account balances and pre-collection letters and preparing forsubmission to collection agencyResponding to all internal and external inquiries regarding charges, payment policiesand proceduresIssuing bills (invoices) to third party payers on a timely basis and frequently reviewaccounts to make sure paid.Conducting in-house collection activities, including preparing communication tostudentsPreparing and analyzing a monthly Student Accounts Receivable Aging ReportOverseeing distribution of payment plans on student accounts.2
Professional Knowledge Bachelor's Degree preferredStrong knowledge of accounting principlesExperience in accounting/billing or financial aid in an education environmentStrong organizational skillsAdvanced skill in Microsoft Office/ExcelMust be familiar with college payment, billing and refund policies, institutional andFERPA confidentiality regulations; and Federal Title IV cash management regulationsService Excellence The Student Accounts Specialist will work collaboratively with other administrators anddepartment Chairs;The Student Accounts Specialist will create and maintain a customer service culture,program, orientation and focus for assigned areas;Other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid and/or CFO.Student Accounts Specialist: Full-time 40 hours per week position minimum. Working hours willoccasionally include evenings and weekends during peak periods including registration. Salaryrange- 37,000- 40,000 based on experience.To apply, send resume to careers@morrisbrown.edu3
Staff AccountantOverview:Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Staff Accountant is an important part of Businessand Finance Team and a collaborative partner in meeting various institutional goals andobjectives. Additionally, the Staff Accountant will be a demonstrate by example, a clearcommitment to providing excellent customer service. Moreover, the Staff Accountant ensureeffective administrative support for students, faculty, and staff for the campus.Job dutiesThe Staff Accountant must perform the following duties and responsibilities: Complete monthly reconciliations, including but not limited to bank statements, AccountsReceivable, Accounts Payable, staff, payroll, grants, work orders, daily bank deposits, andcampus-wide cash collections.Assist with payroll functions to ensure timely disbursement of payroll checks, timelydeposit of payroll taxes, retirement and medical contributions, and various internalreports to ensure proper reconciliation of all payroll transactions.Assist the Chief Financial Officer with financial planning for the college and preparingfinancial reports and adhering to all applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations,procedures, and reporting requirements.Serve as liaison to independent auditors for all state and federal audits.To perform these essential functions, the Senior Accountant must be present at work.Therefore, attendance is an essential function.Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.The Staff Accountant must display the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.Must have 1-3 years of experience in general ledger accounting.CPA or CPA-track preferred.Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all management levels within theinstitution as well as key individuals in other organizations/agencies to providemaximum support to students, faculty, and others being served by the Institution.Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, general business programs, policies andprocedures is required to insure effective/efficient use and distribution of financial andother resources.Knowledge, understanding, and business application of Generally Accepted AccountingPrinciples (GAAP).4
Ability to respond effectively to numerous and varied situations, analyze issues, andrespond quickly and correctly to resolve problems and support the needs of students,faculty, staff, and others on the Institution.Analytical abilities required in presenting budget status summaries/reports andrecommending alternatives to improve services for students, faculty, & staff and toenhance campus facility.Knowledge of other Institution departments and personnel required to insure supportfor the Institution and effective coordination with other external resources, asnecessary.The Staff Accountant must be a "team player" with the desire to promote the entireinstitution and all its programs through energetic and effective coordination withapplicable Institution departments and appropriate external organizations and agencies.Excellent listening skills and trained abilities to adapt to a dynamic environment andprogressive organization.Service Excellence The Staff Accountant will work collaboratively with other administrators anddepartment heads.The Staff Accountant will create and maintain a customer service culture, program,orientation and focus for assigned areas.Job Type: Full-time 40 hours per week position minimum. Working hours will occasionallyinclude evenings and weekends during peak periods including monthly closeouts, registration,and audit season. Salary range: 37,000 - 40,000.To apply, send resume to careers@morrisbrown.edu5
Project CHOICE Community Navigator InternshipBackgroundMorris Brown College is a private, coed, liberal arts college in the Vine City community ofAtlanta, Georgia, United States. It is a historically black college affiliated with the AfricanMethodist Episcopal Church. Morris Brown is seeking interns to help assist with the CHOICE(Community Health Optimizing Improved Care Empowerment) Project.Project CHOICE Community Navigator DescriptionThe CHOICE Project will primarily serve African American young people at the highest risk forHIV between 13 to 24 years of age, including such subpopulations as African American menwho have sex with men (MSM). All project participants will be served within and be a residentof Fulton County in the state of Georgia, a locality hardest hit by the HIV epidemic.During this internship, the selected student (s) – known as “Community Navigators” – will gainhands on experience in project management through leadership, organization, time and riskmanagement and problem solving here at Morris Brown College. The internship may be offeredas college credit as approved by the institution. The responsibilities include:1. Assists in the management and coordination of navigated service delivery sites forparticipants, as guided by the Individual Development Plan2. Assists in the identification and removal of barriers to participants fulfilling slateddevelopmental goals and objectives.3. Assists in the recruitment of participants.4. Assists with the management of participants i.e. tracking participants and keepingrecords of participation utilizing Excel spreadsheet, and other tracking measures.5. Assists Project Director and Project Coordinator/Lead Navigator with developing,implementing.and maintaining Social Media Marketing strategies.6. Participates in Project CHOICE Advisory Board meetings.7. Other duties as assigned.Compensation and DedicationThis is a paid position with an hourly rate of 20 an hour. Students are expected to commit toworking 10 hours per week for 48 weeks.Minimum Qualifications Junior/ Senior attending Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Spelman College,Georgia State University, Oglethorpe, or Kennesaw State University Knowledge of managing prevention-based activities (one year of previous experience) Previous history working with sensitive information in the healthcare setting. Strong writing, planning, communication, and organizational skills Must be able to interact well with participants and CBO partners.6
Ability to work with minimum supervision and have working knowledge of MicrosoftOffice (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel), Adobe Software and Zoom WebhostingPlatformTo apply, send resume to: careers@morrisbrown.edu7
Morris Brown College Registrar Specialist InternshipBackgroundMorris Brown College is a private, coed, liberal arts college in the Vine City community ofAtlanta, Georgia, United States. It is a historically black college affiliated with the AfricanMethodist Episcopal Church. Morris Brown is seeking interns to help in various areas ofoperations to help resurrect the college.These internships are non-paid, however, available for college credit as approved by yourinstitution.Non-Paid Internship Description- Spring and/or Summer 2021, or Fall 2021The Registrar Specialist Internship will offer students interested in higher education leadershipthe opportunity to learn about the registrar department. The registrar serves as the custodianof the records for students and ensures compliance with FERPA and other regulatory bodies.This person maintains the academic record of all students and plans and implements theregistration process for classes. He/she works with other administrators to coordinate timesand locations for class meetings and resolve scheduling conflicts. Other responsibilities includekeeping records of all college classes and curriculum prerequisites, determining students'graduation eligibility, planning commencement activities, and preparing information such ashonors lists, transcripts, and class rankings.Morris Brown College would like to partner with Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College,Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, and Spelman College and other colleges tooffer selected student(s) an opportunity to learn more about our organization while gaininguseful experience that will be beneficial post-graduation.We have a non-paid internship opportunity for the right student(s). In collaboration with theselected college/university, this opportunity will be for college credit (credit hours approved bythe individual school) in which the student will work with office staff of Morris Brown College10-15 hours a week.Minimum Qualifications-Junior/ Senior attending Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Spelman College,Georgia State University, or Kennesaw State University-Have experience or an interest in higher education, student affairs, registrar office work.-Experience in utilizing/maintaining social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,YouTube, LinkedIn, Snapchat, etc.-Interest in learning more about HBCUs.To apply, send resume to: careers@morrisbrown.edu8
Morris Brown College is a private, coed, liberal arts college in the Vine City community of Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It is a historically black college affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Morris Brown is seeking interns to help assist with the CHOICE (Community Health Optimizing Improved Care Empowerment) Project.
