Archie L. Williams, PhD
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Head Engineering Technology
Fort Valley State University
08.2015 - Current
- Implemented collaborative agreements with Albany Technical College and Middle Georgia Technical College to meet enrollment, retention and community engagement.
- Prepared ABET accreditation reports and coordinated accreditation visits.
- Conducted inquiries into student complaints and developed improvement plans for interaction to meet faculty and student needs.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Program Coordinator Agricultural Engineering
Fort Valley State University
08.2010 - Current
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Assisted with grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding and sustain program long-term.
- Served on the College of Agriculture, Family Sciences and Technology Curriculum Committee.
- Developed online/hybrid courses for the Engineering Technology Program.
- Served as FVSU Representative on the State of Georgia Natural Resource Conservation Services State Technical Committee.
- Served on the Adult Learning and Extended Education Council and the Prior Learning Assessment Committee.
Professor of Engineering Technology Department
Fort Valley State University
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate course descriptions and offerings .
- Prepared lessons, taught classes and assessed students on mastery of course content.
- Delivered instruction online as well as in traditional, face-to-face classrooms.
- Assisted students in finding internships and other learning opportunities.
- Developed curricula, lessons and test plans to maximize student success.
Associate Professor
Fort Valley State University
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Made contributions in curricular development and innovation in teaching strategies.
- Advised student groups, assisting learners in educational programs both on and off campus.
- Enhanced effectiveness of curriculum and lectures using computer-assisted instruction programs and audio-visual equipment.
- Mentored students and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
- Sustained professional contact with colleagues and engaged in continuing professional activities to upgrade and augment existing skills or develop new ones.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
Assistant Professor
Fort Valley State University
08.2009 - 05.2014
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Established research agenda in [Type] field to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
Education
Ph.D. - Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PAMaster of Science - Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PABachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GASkills
- Relationship Building
- Student-Centered Learning
- Peer Collaboration
- Academic Advisory
- Staff Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Grant Writing
- Academic Advisement
- Research and Analysis
- Curriculum Development
- Community Outreach
Affiliations
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE)
Engineering Graduate Student Council
Alpha Pi National Honor Society
Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society
Beta Kappa Xi National Honor Society
Alpha Epsilon Agricultural Honor Society
Phi Beta Sigma Farternity
Timeline
Professor of Engineering Technology Department
Fort Valley State University
08.2019 - Current
Department Head Engineering Technology
Fort Valley State University
08.2015 - Current
Associate Professor
Fort Valley State University
08.2014 - 05.2019
Program Coordinator Agricultural Engineering
Fort Valley State University
08.2010 - Current
Assistant Professor
Fort Valley State University
08.2009 - 05.2014
Ph.D. - Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
Master of Science - Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology
Fort Valley State University