• Plan
the program’s content; recruit program participants; hire and
train teaching and non-teaching program staff; coordinate the
curriculum; and oversee program operation.
Tutoring
Services
• Supervise
and support tutors who work with students individually and in
groups. Create tutoring schedules to best fit students’
schedules. Involve teaching faculty in
the development of tutoring services.
• Design
and maintain progress tracking reports for the Director in order
to assess the effectiveness of these services and make
recommendations and adjustments when
appropriate.
Undergraduate
Research Students
• Monitor
the academic progress of the Division’s undergraduate research
students and assist and advise students in the
development of their skills in presenting
research projects at conferences, seminars and other special events.
Advising
and Registration
• Provide
academic advising support for beginning level traditional and
non-traditional students who are majoring in one of the
subjects in the
Division of Science with a focus on student retention.
Additional
Duties
• Maintain
databases for the purpose of reporting to funding agencies and
appropriate College offices. Represent the Center and/or Director
at statewide meetings related to funding sources, serve on college-wide
committees, and report to the Director about these meetings and
committee activities.
• Other
related duties may be assigned and are subject to change based
on program needs.
Required
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably with
a major in science. Must have a minimum of four (4) years related
experience in a higher education academic support program working
with a diverse student body. The candidate must have excellent
communication and computer skills. The candidate must demonstrate
leadership and problem solving skills as well as the ability to
multi-task.
Application
Process
TO APPLY
Send cover letter and resume to:
Dr. Millicent
Roth
Division
of Science
The City
College of New York
160 Convent
Avenue, Marshak Hall of Science - Plaza Level
New York,
New York 10031
The City
University of New York An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities
Act Employer
Contact
Information
Dr. Millicent
Roth
Division
of Science
The City
College of New York
160 Convent
Avenue, Marshak Hall of Science - Plaza Level
New York,
New York 10031
POSTED:
6/23/2008
Academic Advisor
Office
of Academic Services / Academic Advising Center
Bentley College
Close
Date: Open Until Filled
Position
Description
As a member
of a dynamic and student centered Undergraduate Academic Advising
Center team, the Academic Advisor provides a safe, non-judgmental
and comfortable advising atmosphere where students are encouraged
to grow intellectually and personally. Advisors help students
make positive decisions that enable them to move forward in their
academic lives, challenging students to stretch their strengths,
experience new things and use their time in the college as a learning
experience.
Duties
Responsibilities
include:
*Provide
in-depth academic counseling and developmental advising to all
Bentley undergraduate students (day and evening) while maintaining
accurate records of all sessions.
*Create
and deliver academic advising related programs to campus community
*In areas
of academic advising specialization and interest (honors, transfer,
LSM, Exploratory, and ALANA), establish and maintain collaborative
and supportive relationships with Department Chairs, Student Life
staff, and faculty affiliated with the respective disciplines/programs
of specialization.
*Participate
in and create major academic advising initiatives and interventions.
This includes: summer orientation, transfer registration day,
and other college programs.
*Track
students progress toward graduation, including auditing of all
rising senior's academic work.
*Teach
one section of first-year seminar or transfer seminar.
*Represent
the Advising Center on college committees and task forces as well
as various professional organizations.
Required
Qualifications
Master's
degree (preferably in education, college student personnel, counseling
or related field) is required. Must have the ability to work with
students, parents, faculty and staff. Must have excellent oral
and written communication skills; and be well organized and detail
oriented. Experience and commitment to working with a diverse
student body is required.
Application
Process
To assist
you in applying for an opportunity at Bentley, we have automated
our on-line application system and a complete job description
can be found on-line at http://www.bentley.edu/employment/index.cfm
Bentley is an Equal Opportunity Employer building strength
through diversity.
Institutional
Information
There has
never been a better time to join the staff at Bentley. Nationally
recognized for the cutting edge integration of information technology
and the arts and sciences with business education, Bentley is
enjoying unprecedented growth in the quality and quantity of admission
applicants, corporate partnerships and media attention. At Bentley,
we seek people with talent, energy and passion who thrive on challenge
and change.
Contact
Information
Kevin Piskadlo
Assistant
Dean / Director,
Academic
Advising Center
Bentley
College
175 Forest
Street
Waltham,
MA 02452
kpiskadlo@bentley.edu
POSTED:
6/18/2008
Academic Advisement Counselor
Student
Success Center
Medaille College
Close
Date: July 7, 2008
Position
Description
Medaille
College is currently accepting applications for a full time, 12-month
administrative position as an Academic Advisement Counselor in
the newly created Student Success Center which includes, Academic
Advisement, Career Counseling and the Academic Skills Center.
Duties
Responsibilities
include academic advising for undergraduate students in various
academic majors, support of special academic initiatives in the
areas of retention, student development and learning communities.
This position requires the ability to work collaboratively with
various college offices/departments to help ensure student’s success
and therefore requires some evening hours (usually until 8:00
p.m.) and weekend hours.
Required
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred in Counseling, Student Personnel, or
related field. Applicant must have strong communication, organizational,
and computer skills (proficiency in Word, Excel) and the ability
to work with diverse populations, especially first generation
and at risk college students. Experience in undergraduate academic
advisement or academic counseling is desirable.
Preferred
Qualifications
Experience
in undergraduate academic advisement or academic counseling is
desirable.
Application
Process
Please
submit resume with cover letter and three contact references by
July 7, 2008 to:
Barbara
Bilotta
Director
of Human Resources
Medaille
College
18 Agassiz
Circle
Buffalo,
NY 14214
AA/EOE
No phone
calls please
Institutional
Information
Medaille
is a growing, private, four-year, liberal arts-based college in
Buffalo, New York, serving the educational needs of traditional
and non-traditional students in Western New York and Southern
Ontario through a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs
( www.medaille.edu ).
Contact
Information
Please
submit resume with cover letter and three contact references by
July 7, 2008 to:
Barbara
Bilotta
Director
of Human Resources
Medaille
College
18 Agassiz
Circle
Buffalo,
NY 14214
AA/EOE
No phone
calls please
POSTED:
6/17/2008
Academic
Advisor for Math and Science
Science Department
CUNY / Kingsborough Community College
Position Description
Duties
(Higher Education Assistant)
Reporting
to the Assistant Dean of Student Services, the Academic Advisor
for Math and Science, will be responsible for the following activities
and programs:
* Provides
academic advisement and counseling to all incoming and continuing
students majoring in the biological sciences, math and computer
sciences, and physical sciences.
* Provides holistic advisement including explaining College’s
rules and regulations, planning future courses, demonstrating
online advisement and registration tools, referrals to other college
resources, offering career information and guidance, information
about transfer to a senior college, and assisting students with
difficulties.
* Serves as a liaison to the departments of biological sciences,
physical sciences, and math and computer sciences. Serves as a
resource to faculty.
* Assists in enrolling students in Learning Communities.
* Conducts advisement workshops throughout the academic year.
* Assists in the coordination of major fairs, and other programs
and initiatives.
* Assists in the coordination of new student orientations.
* Advises and registers students during in-person registrations.
* Assists with college-initiated retention programs, enrollment
projects and events.
* Reports tracking data for outcomes assessment.
* Serves as faculty advisor and mentor to students and student
groups.
* Serves on department and College-wide committees.
* Evening and weekend assignments, as required.
* Other duties, as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Baccalaureate degree and minimum of
four (4) years previous relevant experience in a higher education
setting is required. The successful candidate will also have excellent
leadership, communication and management skills, and be able to
work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student population.
Application Process
Send cover letter and resume to:
Mickie
Driscoll
Director, Human Resources
Kingsborough Community College
2001 Oriental Boulevard
Brooklyn, New York 11235
OR
E-mail: apps.inst@kbcc.cuny.edu
The City
University of New York - An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities
Act Employer
Additional Information
Compensation: $38,801-$52,144, commensurate with qualifications
and experience. Excellent benefits.
Web Site: www.kbcc.cuny.edu
Notice Number: MP-15180
Closing Date: Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin 6/28/08.
POSTED:
6/13/2008
Director of the Academic Resource Center
Academic Affairs
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Close
Date: until filled
Position
Description
An experienced
educator who is responsible for the learning assistance programs
offered by the college and supervises the ongoing assessment of
programs in basic skills and learning assistance. The Director
is the principal advisor to the Dean of the Undergraduate College
on issues of learning assistance, student retention, academic
services for disabled students, and the assessment of academic
programs.
Duties
0 Supervises
the operation of the Academic Resource Center and the Writing
Center to ensure that the needs of traditional and adult students
are being met.
0 Coordinates
the basic skills assessment and academic skills courses offered
by the College
0 Conducts
workshops on Academic skills
0 Supervises
the program of academic services for students with disabilities
0 Advises
the Dean of the Undergraduate College on all issues of learning
assistance and special programs
0 Recruits,
trains and supervises student and professional tutors
0 Meets
one on one with students requiring special academic services
0 Meets
with students participating in special academic services to assess
progress
0 Advises
faculty members on special needs of students with disabilities
and runs workshops
0 Carries
out other duties assigned by the Dean of the Undergraduate College
Skills and Competencies:
0 Facility
or experience with data base management
0 Knowledge
of laws and regulations relating to students with disabilities
0 Student
record keeping and the requirements of the State Education Department
of N.Y.
0 Strong
interpersonal and communication skills
Required
Qualifications
Experience
in post secondary learning assistance or related field
0 A Masters
Degree
0 Some
teaching and counseling experience
Application
Process
send resume
and cover letter to Brother Daniel Adams
Institutional
Information
The College
of Mount Saint Vincent is a liberal arts college in the Catholic
tradition. There are approximately 1600 graduate and undergraduate
students. Majors include the liberal arts, business, communication
and Nursing.
Contact Information
Brother
Daniel Adams
Acting
Vice President for Academic Affairs
College
of Mount Saint Vincent
6301 Riverdale
Avenue
Riverdale,
NY 10471
daniel.adams@mountsaintvincent.edu
POSTED:
6/13/2008
Director of Academic Advisement
Academic Affairs
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Close Date: until filled
Position
Description
The Director
of Academic Advisement is an experienced educator responsible
for the advisement program at the College of Mount Saint Vincent
and reports directly to the Dean of the Undergraduate College.
The director is the advisor to the Dean on all matters of advisement
including, but not exclusively, the advisement program, academic
review, transfer students, undeclared majors and study abroad.
Duties
Duties
and Responsibilities:
0 Assign
Academic Advisors in consultation with departments
0 Provide
in-service training for new Advisors
0 Conduct
Advisor Workshop each semester
0 Prepare
and update the Advisor Handbook
0 Prepare
and update student Advisement Manual
0 Review
off-campus courses for transfer credit
0 Serve
as the Academic Advisor for certain undeclared majors
0 Work
with Department chairs and faculty concerning scheduling and advising
issues
0 Coordinate
and disseminate information regarding Core requirements and major
requirements
0 Provide
Academic counseling on a one to one basis
0 Provide
advisement to students on probation
0 Co-ordinate
and provide advisement on participation in study abroad programs
0 Carries
out other duties assigned by the Dean of the Undergraduate College
Required
Qualifications
Skills
and Competencies:
0 Facility
or experience with data base management
0 Academic
counseling experience
0 Strong
interpersonal and communication skills An experienced administrator
0 A Masters
Degree
0 Some
teaching and counseling experience
Application
Process
Send resume
and cover letter to Daniel.Adams@mountsaintvincent.edu
Institutional
Information
The College
of Mount Saint Vincent is a diverse liberal arts institution in
the Catholic Tradition. There are approximately 1600 graduate
and undergraduate students. Programs include liberal arts, communication,
business, natural sciences and Nursing.
Contact
Information
Brother
Daniel Adams
Acting
Vice President for Academic Affairs
College
of Mount Saint Vincent
6301 Riverdale
Avenue
Riverdale,
NY 10471
daniel.adams@mountsaintvincent.edu
POSTED:
6/4/2008
Academic Advisor
Neag
School of Education
University of Connecticut
Close
Date: open until filled
Position
Description
This position
is responsible for recruiting and advising pre-Education students,
especially ethnic minority students. Anticipated Start Date: August
1, 2008.
Duties
The Advisor
will counsel students to meet academic and career goals, coordinate
and implement programs to promote retention, and coordinate the
peer mentoring program. This position includes some evening and
weekend activities and travel within the State of Connecticut.
Required
Qualifications
Minimum
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; one to two years experience
advising students; good communication skills and ability to relate
well to students, faculty and/or parents; knowledge of academic
programs in education.
Preferred
Qualifications
Preferred
Qualifications: Master's degree in counseling, education or related
field; experience and interest in working with students from diverse
ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds; interest in urban education
and social justice issues related to education; excellent written
and oral communication, computer, interpersonal and counseling
skills; ability to troubleshoot problems that interfere with the
student's academic progress and work effectively to resolve them;
interest and/or experience preparing students for a competitive
admission process; knowledge of recruitment and retention best
practices, especially related to ethnic minority students.
Application
Process
Do
not email resume.
Please
forward resume, cover letter, and names and contact information
of three references to:
Ann Traynor
Neag School
of Education
249 Glenbrook
Road U-2064
Storrs,
CT 06269-2064.
Screening
of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position
is filled. (Search # 2008516)
Institutional
Information
UConn Website:
www.uconn.edu/
Neag Undergraduate
Advising Center Website: www.education.uconn.edu/students/advising/
Additional
Information
At the
University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented
by our commitment to building a culturally diverse staff. We actively
encourage minorities, women and people with disabilities to apply.
www.hr.uconn.edu/
Contact
Information
Ann Traynor
ann.traynor@uconn.edu
860.486.1354
POSTED:
5/30/2008
Academic
Advisement Assistant/07660
Harpur Academic Advising
Binghamton University
Close Date: June 20, 2008 or until filled
Position Description
Advise liberal arts students with different curricular needs on
requirements and degree planning, while working closely with faculty
and staff. Participate in new student orientation and recruitment
events. Facilitate workshops and other student outreach opportunities.
Serve on committees as assigned. Occasional evening and weekend
hours are required.
For additional
information, please visit: http://harpur-advising.binghamton.edu/employment.html
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree (or higher) required.
Minimum
of two years professional experience in higher education required.
Also required
are:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Superior public speaking and presentation skills
- Ability to manage diverse responsibilities within a context
of diplomacy and good judgement
- Respect for confidentiality
- Sensitivity to diverse socioeconomic, cultural and developmental
needs
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Masters degree
- Experience in academic advising (liberal arts preferred) or
student affairs/student life
- College-level teaching experience
Application
Process
Deadline for Internal Applicants: 6/12/2008
Deadline
for External Applicants: open until filled.
Applications
received by 6/20/2008 will receive priority consideration.
Persons
interested in this position should apply online.
Please submit:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter and
3. Contact information for three professional references.
You may
add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. After
you fill out your contact information, you will be directed to
the upload page. Please login to check/edit your profile or to
upload additional documents: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp
The State
University of New York and Binghamton University are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employers.
Institutional
Information
Binghamton, one of four university centers within the State University
of New York, was named the premier public university in the northeast
by The Fiske Guide to Colleges "because of its outstanding
academic programs. . . and its commitment to undergraduates."
Binghamton University enrolls about 14,500 students in programs
leading to bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees. The University
consists of Harpur College of Arts and Sciences, the School of
Education, the College of Community and Public Affairs, the School
of Management, the Decker School of Nursing, and the Thomas J.
Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science. The Graduate
School administers advanced-degree programs in these schools,
but both our undergraduate and graduate students are taught by
the same outstanding faculty. Twenty-six specialized research
centers, along with three institutes for advanced studies and
a GIS CORE facility, attract scholars from around the globe to
Binghamton's modern campus.
Additional
Information
Persons interested in this position should apply online: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp.
Contact
Information
Michelle Jones
mdjones@binghamton.edu
POSTED:
5/30/2008
Location/Department: Student Affairs FLSA
Status:
Exempt
Compensation:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Web Site: www.ccny.cuny.edu
Notice Number: MP15104
Closing
Date: June 23, 2008
POSITION
DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES
The Assistant
Director of Student Affairs will be responsible for the management,
development and implementation of all undergraduate orientation
programs, including first-year, transfer, sophomore year, parent
orientations, and year-long orientation initiatives. Additionally,
the Assistant Director will supervise student assistants. In addition
to planning, implementing and supervising these programs, this
individual will serve as the liaison between all colleges and
departments to determine schedules, collaboration efforts and
logistics. The Assistant Director will be working in a team-oriented
environment and should be willing to work collaboratively with
various constituencies.
Duties
and responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following
tasks:
• Develop
and implement orientation activities in support of Student affairs
and the Colleges' retention efforts.
• Provide
vision for and the implementation of other new student initiatives
ensuring collaboration with academic affairs.
• Oversee
the implementation and coordinate all aspects of First-Year, Transfer,
Sophomore Year, and Parent Orientation programs. Manage daily
operations and problem solve during orientation programs.
• Work
closely with collegiate units and service areas to determine orientation
schedule and logistics and other proposed activities.
• Coordinate
and oversee the publications and communications related to orientation.
• Create
and implement an overall assessment and evaluation plan for the
orientation program that supports the Student Affairs Division's
goals and targets and CAS standards.
• Oversee
the budget for all Orientation programs.
• Coordinate
Welcome Week Activities, New Student Convocation, Family Weekend,
and the Sophomore Peer Mentoring program.
• Coordinate
and facilitate an extensive student leadership training program
for the Orientation leaders; including supervision of these leaders.
• Serve
on other university committees as appropriate.
• Perform
other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS
Baccalaureate
degree in Higher Education, College Personnel, or other related
areas. Four years post graduate experience planning, implementing
and supervising first-year and/or transfer programs including
the coordination of large-scale events, as well as working with
new students. Previous experience supervising professional, para-professional
and/or student staff. Professional experience working directly
with students in a college or university setting. Knowledge of
student development theory, multicultural education, and retention
and graduation processes. Effective cross-cultural communications
skills, both written and verbal. Experience in program evaluation
and assessment. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with
various constituencies, including diverse populations. Demonstrated
organizational skills, attention to details and planning skills.
Ability to work irregular hours.
TO
APPLY
Send cover
letter and resume to:
Carmelo
Rodriguez
Director
of Student Services
The City
College of New York
Wille Administration
Building, Rm 204
160 Convent
Avenue
New York,
New York 10031
The City
University of New York An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities
Act Employer
POSTED:
5/29/2008
Academic
Advisor
Eugene Lang College
The New School for Liberal Arts
The
New School
Close Date: 07/26/2008
Duties
Maintain weekly appointments with students to discuss academic
progress toward graduation, academic goals, registration procedures,
internship and career opportunities, and other relevant matters.
Coordinate programming and/or resources to facilitate the transition
for admitted transfer students.
Application
Process
To see additional details and application
procedures for this position, please go to:
http://www.academiccareers.com/cgi-win/JobSite/SendJob.exe/ACO/?20274
If
the link does not work with your browser, please go to www.AcademicCareers.com
and use the search engine.
To
see many other job openings at (community) colleges, universities,
and research institutes, please go to http://www.AcademicCareers.com
and use the search engine.
Applicants
can for free: search current job openings, submit a resume, and
receive e-mails informing them when matching job opportunities
are listed.
Contact Information
IMPORTANT: Please do NOT send your application and resume via
email to http://www.AcademicCareers.com,
but use the application instructions as included in the job announcement
you find by using the above link.
POSTED:
5/21/2008
Assistant Dean
Center
for University Advisement
Hofstra
University
Close
Date: open until filled
Position
Description
The Assistant
Dean is a member of the Center for University Advisement, which
is responsible for non-major academic advising for all undergraduates
from orientation through graduation. Each Assistant Dean builds
a relationship with an assigned group of students, assisting them
with academic planning and decision making, making referrals to
campus resources, and supporting students' academic success. The
Assistant Dean is responsible for the advising and monitoring
of the academic progress of student athletes. Assistant Deans
maintain student records and monitor the academic progress of
their advisees. They also support the programming efforts of the
Center and the Office of Student Affairs. Candidates must be able
to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere
to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, the Colonial
Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.
Required
Qualifications
A Master's
degree in higher education, student personnel, counseling, or
a related field is preferred. Successful candidates will have
experience advising students through academic support programs,
teaching, residence life, or a related area. An understanding
of student development is also essential.
Application
Process
For consideration,
please forward a letter of application, resume, and the names
of three professional references including names, addresses and
phone numbers. The University reserves the right to check additional
references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Anabella
Martinez
Dean of
University Advisement
126 Hofstra
University
Hempstead,
NY 11549-1260
email:
Advisement@hofstra.edu
Institutional
Information
Hofstra
University can help you get where you want to go, with small classes,
dedicated faculty and a beautiful, energized campus, plus all
the opportunities of New York City within easy reach. Find your
future by choosing from more than 140 undergraduate and 150 graduate
programs, in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Business, Communication,
Education and Allied Human Services and Honors studies, as well
as a School of Law. The student-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and a
priority on teaching excellence ensures you're part of creating
your own success. At Hofstra, you'll have all the resources you
need - excellent library resources with extensive online and print
collections, state-of-the-art classrooms, learning and laboratory
facilities, and extensive wired and wireless Internet access,
including the only Internet2 connection among private colleges
on Long Island. A diverse mix of cultural, social, athletic and
recreational activities delivers the full college experience.
Hofstra offers students the opportunity to live and learn on our
beautiful, 240-acre campus on Long Island and have easy access
to the academic, cultural and career opportunities in the New
York City metropolitan area.
Additional
Information
There
are two (2) Advisement positions open. Please check http://www.hofstra.edu/Jobs/index_Jobs.cfm
for more information.
Contact_information
Anabella
Martinez
Dean of
University Advisement
126 Hofstra
University
Hempstead,
NY 11549-1260
email:
Advisement@hofstra.edu
POSTED:
5/19/2008
Director of First Year Advising and Transition Programs (Higher
Education Associate)
Office of Advising Services, Division of Student Affairs
CUNY Hunter College
Close Date: Open until filled with review of resumes to
begin 5/27/08
Position
Description
Location/Department: Office of Advising Services, Division of
Student Affairs
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $50,321 - $80,020
Web Site: www.hunter.cuny.edu
Notice Number: MP15075
Closing Date: Open until filled with review of resumes to begin
5/27/08
Duties
POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES
Reporting to the Director of Advising Services, the Director of
First Year Advising and Transition Programs supervises a team
of professional advisors to promote a positive transition for
first year students from the point of admission through the end
of the second semester.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to:
Assessment
and Evaluation Initiatives
• Utilize varied methods to assist in the evaluation of
Advising Services programs and services.
• Consult with advising staff on the development of goals
and objectives that are measurable and meaningful to student success.
• Develop and consult with advising staff on the development
of measures to evaluate programs and services.
• Assist in locating meaningful research to guide practice.
Veterans
• Collaborate in the development of orientation and ongoing
support programs for incoming and returning veterans of the U.S.
military.
• Support the designated advisor in processing veteran benefit
eligibility.
• Liaise with Veteran's Administration as needed.
Recruitment
• Collaborate with Welcome Center, Admissions and other
offices to ensure a steady flow of welcoming communication with
the new first year students from the point of admissions onwards.
Orientation
• Design and implement orientation programs for first year
students that meet the following goals:
• Register students for their first semester courses early
after admission.
• Partner with Admissions, Welcome Center, School of Arts
& Sciences, and other areas to ensure a constant message to
incoming first year students that promotes yield.
• Develop and implement programs to foster a sense of community
among new students.
• Promote new students' understanding of Hunter, its academic
expectations, and paths to success.
• Inform new students about critical support resources,
policies and procedures.
First Year
Advising
• Supervise the first year advising team to ensure all new
first years are assigned to a professional advisor for their first
two semesters of the college.
• Utilize advising as a teaching method, to ensure students
learn the skills, competencies and information to clarify goals,
develop meaningful academic plans.
• Develop and implement an early warning system to identify
and contact at-risk first year students.
• Prepare new students for the transition after the second
semester to general advising programs and faculty advising.
First Year
Block Program
• Collaborate with School of Arts and Sciences to create
a coordinated program that supports first year student success.
• Coordinate with School of Arts and Sciences to develop,
schedule and implement Advising Services collaboration in the
First Year Seminar.
Other
• Other related duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience required.
Doctoral or master's degree in student personnel administration,
higher education, or related area strongly preferred. Previous
experience in academic advising, assessment, managing staff, programmatic
initiatives, public-speaking, budgets, and using research to develop
innovations strongly preferred. Ability to work collaboratively
with the faculty and administrators is critical.
TO
APPLY
Send cover letter, resume and three references to:
Director
of First Year Advising and Transition Search Committee
Hunter College
695 Park Avenue
Room 1103E
New York, NY 10065
The
City University of New York
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration
Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer
POSTED:
5/16/2008
Preprofessional Advising Counselor
Global Education and Career Development Center
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Position Description
MIT, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, seeks a
Preprofessional Advising Counselor for its Career Center. Minority
candidates are encouraged to apply.
The
Global Education and Career Development Center views career development
as an ongoing process that includes: self-assessment, research
into career options, experiential learning and preparation for
the job search or for application to graduate or professional
school. Preprofessional Advising Counselor will be an integral
part of the Preprofessional Programs team and will assist in running
Preprofessional Advising Program.
The
Preprofessional Advising staff works with students interested
in applying to medical, dental, and other health related professional
schools, and possibly those interested in applying to law school.
The Counselor will assist the Assistant Director in managing MITs
unique Preprofessional Advising System, which serves approximately
150 students interested in applying to health related professional
schools and approximately 100 law school applicants each year.
Duties
Counseling students:
Advise
and counsel preprofessional applicants on their medical, other
health related or law professional school application process.
Provide
advising and counseling support in the following:
-Prehealth Advisor requests
-Preprofessional course and application requirements
-MCAT, LSAT and other standardized tests
-Requesting letters of recommendation
-Physician Shadow Program
-Volunteer opportunities
-Application essays
-Correspondence with schools
-School selection
-Mock health profession school interviews
-Liaison with student groups regarding events, presentations,
and resources.
Events
Management: Organize, facilitate, and present events such as:
-Workshops
-Special events
-Prehealth Advisor receptions
-Health Professionals and Student panels
-Graduate school visits.
Miscellaneous: Review recommendation letters, assist in the production
of publications such as the Advisor Manual, Premedical Data booklet,
newsletters, brochures, and Presidents Report; assist in maintaining
database to track student usage of services and events. Special
projects as assigned which may include data collection and processing,
program and services evaluation, and advisor recruitment.
Required
Qualifications
Seeking candidates with Masters degree and 1 - 2 years experience
in higher education setting preferably in career counseling or
academic advising, with a strong commitment to student life and
learning. Strong candidates will be able to foster effective relationships
with students, the MIT community and admissions professionals.
Interpersonal
skills: Communication, teamwork, counseling, enthusiasm, sense
of humor, and sensitivity to diversity.
Organizational skills: Independent project management, multi-tasking,
event planning, and marketing
Technical skills: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite,
and familiarity with database management.
Application Process
To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume and names of three references
as attachments to:
Tamara
Menghi, Assistant Director for Preprofessional Advising
trmenghi@mit.edu
E-mail
applications preferred; please include “Preprofessional
Advising Counselor” in the subject line of your email.
Or mail
applications to:
The Preprofessional
Advising Search Committee
MIT Careers
Office, MIT
77 Massachusetts
Avenue, 12-170,
Cambridge
MA 02139.
Preference
given to applications received by Friday, May 30, 2008, but applications
will be accepted until the position is filled.
Institutional
Information
The mission of MIT is to advance knowledge and educate students
in science, technology, and other areas of scholarship that will
best serve the nation and the world in the 21st century.
Visit http://web.mit.edu/
for more information about MIT.
Additional
Information
The minimum starting salary is $45,000 and will commensurate with
education, background, and experience.
Contact
Information
Tamara Menghi, Assistant Director for Preprofessional
Advising
trmenghi@mit.edu
617-253-4733
POSTED:
5/13/2008
Director
of Pre-Professional Advising & Fellowships
Academic Services & Retention
Adelphi
University
Close Date: Until Filled
Position
Description
Reporting
to the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, this position is
responsible for aiding our undergraduates, graduate, or alumni
who are seeking admission into professional schools (i.e., Medical
School, Dental School, Law School) and graduate schools. An additional
responsibility will be to advise and assist students who are seeking
scholarships or fellowships for which the University must make
a recommendation (i.e., Fullbright, Goldwater, Rhodes, etc.).
Duties
Coordinating
students' application materials with faculty advisors. Maintaining
an informative website. Networking with law schools, medical schools,
etc. Holding workshops for students. Advising individual students.
Coordinating the application process for students seeking fellowships
requiring institutional support. Attending appropriate meetings.
Performing other job-related duties as assigned.
Required_qualifications
Masters
Degree (very strongly preferred) plus a minimum of 2 years in
higher education administration are necessary. Two or more years
advising experience plus the knowledge of requirements for the
various professional schools are required. Individual must have
excellent personal and writing skills, ability to counsel students
and work with a very diverse student and faculty population plus
the ability to multi-task.
Application
Process
Cover letter
and resume must be submitted online.
http://intranet.adelphi.edu/hr/employment/
www.adelphi.edu/positions/
Institutional
Information
Adelphi
University is a private institution with its main campus located
in Garden City, NY. Approximately 1,261 full- and part-time faculty
members serve a student body of more than 8,300 undergraduate
and graduate degree candidates on the main Garden City campus
and at facilities in New York City, Hauppauge, and Poughkeepsie.
Adelphi University's schools and programs include the College
of Arts and Sciences; the Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced
Psychological Studies; the Honors College; the School of Business;
the Ruth S. Ammon School of Education; the School of Nursing;
the School of Social Work; and Adult Academic Programs in University
College.
Contact
Information
If you are
interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover
letter and resume online to the Office of Human Resources.
http://intranet.adelphi.edu/hr/employment/
www.adelphi.edu/positions/
POSTED:
5/6/2008
Coordinator
of Student Success
Counseling, Career and Transfer Services
Tompkins
Cortland Community College
Close Date: Until Filled
Position
Description
In
collabortaion with other college staff and faculty, the Student
Success Coordinator will be responsible for providing support
to students and academic advisors and developing programs related
to the success and retention of TC3 students. This person provides
direct advising services to students, coordinates the placement
testing and advisement of new students, and intervention programs
for students at risk. He or she also develops training materials
and programs for faculty advisors.
Required
Qualifications
Masters
degree in counseling, college student personnel administration
or content teaching field and two years' experience in academic
advising, teaching, or providing support services to students
at the college level; or Bachelor's degree and minimum of four
years' experience in academic advisning, teaching, or providing
support services to students at the college level. Working with
diverse students in a multicultural setting.
Application
Process
Contact
the college (see information below); send letter / resume to the
Department of Human Resources.
Institutional
Information
Tompkins
Cortland Community College is located in the beautiful Finger
Lakes region of upstate New York. We are in a region that includes
many other colleges and universities, such as Cornell University,
Ithaca College, and SUNY Cortland. Enrollment at TC3 is approximately
3,500 students, with a current Residence Life population of 550
(and an expansion plan in place which will increase our residential
population to 800 within the next two years). For more information
about TC3, please visit our website at www.TC3.edu
.
Additional
Information
Expected
Hiring Salary Range: 36,000 - $40,000 (pending contract negotiations)
Contact
Information
Department
of Human Resources
Tompkins
Cortland Community College
170
North St., PO Box 139
Dryden,
NY 13053-0139
POSTED:
5/5/2008
Associate
Dean of Academic Advising
Enrollment Management
MIDDLESEX
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Close Date: Until Filled
Position
Description
The
Associate Dean for Academic Advising, Transfer Counseling and
Career Services will be responsible for designing and leading
an integrated academic advising, transfer counseling and career
services center that meets the needs of our students, faculty
and staff.
Duties
Actively
collaborate with the Dean for Enrollment Management and Dean for
Admissions to design, implement and assess divisional student
retention initiatives.
Design
and implement an integrated academic advising, transfer counseling
and career services center on the Bedford and Lowell Campuses
that meets the needs of day, evening and weekend students with
diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including
those with different levels of academic preparation and varying
physical and learning abilities.
Design
and implement effective academic advisor and faculty training
programs as necessary to insure outstanding academic advising
services to students
Required
Qualifications
Masters
Degree, or equivalent administrative experience in higher education
A
minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience
in an educational setting
A
minimum of three years experience supervising professional staff
Preferred
Qualifications
Masters
Degree, or equivalent administrative experience in higher education
A
minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience
in an educational setting
A
minimum of three years experience supervising professional staff
Application
Process
TO
APPLY - SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
Ms.
Julie Kelley – Staff Assistant
Human
Resources Department
Middlesex
Community College
Bedford,
MA 01730-1197
EMAIL
ADDRESS: KELLEYJ@MIDDLESEX.MASS.EDU
Institutional
Information
Middlesex
Community College is a two - year Associate Degree college.
Contact
Information
TO
APPLY - SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
Ms.
Julie Kelley – Staff Assistant
Human
Resources Department (781-280-3531) Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA 01730-1197
EMAIL ADDRESS:KELLEYJ@MIDDLESEX.MASS.EDU
POSTED:
5/5/2008
Academic
Advisor
Academic Advising
Marymount
Manhattan College
Close Date: Until Filled
Position
Description
Under
the supervision of the Director of the Dean of Academic Advisement
& Career Development, the Academic Advisor is responsible
for advising new and continuing students on academic policies,
guidelines and requirements pertaining to the fulfillment of their
degree programs. As part of his or her functions, the Academic
Advisor is expected to work collaboratively with the Dean and
other college administrators in promoting and effecting student
retention policies.
Duties
*Provides
support for faculty advisors through the timely provision of advisement
information, consultation and training
*Works
collaboratively with various offices, including the Registrar,
Admissions, Student Accounts, Financial Aid, Student Affairs,
Center for Academic Advancement, to further the objectives of
academic advisement.
*Works
collaboratively with the Dean of Advisement, the Director of First
Year Experience and other administrators across the college to
promote and implement student retention strategies.
*Advises
and assists new and continuing students with the selection of
appropriate courses during registration periods.
*Produces
and disseminates appropriate advisement literature related academic
planning, curriculum requirements and other academic policies
and procedures.
*Advises
new and continuing students on all degree requirements, particularly
with respect the Core and Shared Curriculum.
*Advises
continuing students on all academic policies, catalogue rules,
regulations and other guidelines governing the fulfillment of
their degree programs.
*Works
with students who are academically ‘at-risk’ and who may need
special advisement intervention.
*Performs
periodic degree audits for individual students to assess and evaluate
their current progress toward the satisfaction of their degree
requirements.
*Prepares
various customized reports for faculty advisors, divisional chairs
and academic administrators
*Conducts
exit interviews with students seeking to withdraw permanently
from the college.
*Conducts
periodic analysis of advisement-related data with the view of
continuously improving our advisement delivery system.
*Performs
all other functions as assigned by the Dean of Academic Advisement
& Career Development.
More
information at www.mmm.edu .
MMC
is an AA/EEO employer.
Required
Qualifications
*Master’s
degree
*3
- 5 years experience in the area of academic advisement ●Some
teaching experience preferred ●Excellent computer skills,
including word-processing, spreadsheet and database ●Excellent
oral and written communications skills ●Ability to work
collaboratively with faculty, administrators and other staff members
●Ability to make balanced judgments and decisions *Ability
to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Application
Process
Submit
Resume and cover letter including Salary requirements
The
College
Marymount
Manhattan College (MMC) is an urban, independent undergraduate
liberal arts college with a student body of approximately 2,000
students. Marymount Manhattan College is centrally located on
Manhattan's Upper East Side at 221 East 71st Street between Second
and Third avenues.
Contact
Information
Ayana
Murray, PHR
Assistant
Director of Human Resources
Marymount
Manhattan College
221
East 71 Street
New
York, NY 10021
