Hybrid Assistant Dean of Students en Rochester Institute of Technology

•  Direct supervision of the following positions: 7 Academic Advisors
• 1 Assistant Director of Student Engagement
• 1 Part-time Assistant Director of Student Academic Success
• 1 Senior Staff Assistant, Student Services

Academic Advising Strategy

• Serve as CET Dean’s Delegate for Advising
• Communicate, lead efforts and oversee advising and retention initiatives for the College
• Serve on committees related to student success and retention
• Coordinate College academic advising needs, develop and manage advising models.
• Provide student problem resolution guidance and policy interpretation
• Manage effective advisor assignments and loads to support the students
• Develop and enable effective partnerships between department chairs, curriculum committees and advisors
• Analyze and present College data such as Starfish alerts, retention and graduation rates to leadership, including a plan and actions needed to improve the rates.

Student Advocacy

• Provide student-centered academic policy, process and problem resolution for the College - interpretation, explanation, and exceptions (probation/suspension, withdrawal, residency, registration issues, transfer credit, ADA, etc.) Act as College liaison to units such as the Registrar and University Advising Office to resolve problems
• Serve as a non-voting member of the CET Awards and Academics Integrity committee.
• Develop effective processes for scholarship and emergency fund disbursements
• Policy and Problem Resolution - Serve as Dean’s designee and initial contact to address student problems – including problem triage, investigation, and policy/process explanations, providing mediation, resolution, or referral. Provide guidance and next steps referrals/recommendations for issues such as academic integrity, academic appeals, student disciplinary hearings, Title IX, etc.,.
• Guide leadership, faculty, advisors and departments through policy and processes related to students.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with all constituents including parents

Student Success and Engagement

• Provide leadership for student success and student engagement initiatives, including, but not limited to overseeing Peer Mentorship programs, Student Advisory Board, Women in Technology, CET C.A.R.E.S. and New Student Orientation
• Drive collaborative initiatives to help CET to attain persistence and 6-year graduate goals
• Plan, coordinate, and execute retention, and graduation related events (program fairs, open houses, commencement etc.)
• As Honors Program and study abroad delegate for the college, coordinate honors and study abroad program/curricular offerings in collaboration with advisors, faculty, and department chairs

Other duties as assigned

College of Engineering Technology

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

Fulltime

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Education
 Master’s degree (indicate specific field, if required): 
 
Experience

• Approximately 5 years in Higher Education
• Demonstrated skills in
  • Leadership
  • Policy development and interpretation
• Background/experience in advising
• Experience with student engagement such as retention and diversity initiatives

Skills

• Student development background/knowledge
• Staff development and supervision knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of independent judgment
• Ability to manage a team of professionals
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem analysis, mediation and decision-making
• Strong communication skills – oral, written and presentation
• Strong ability to collaborate with various constituents and establish partnerships
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Ability to analyze and present university and college data

A doctoral degree with a Higher Education or leadership development focus

Rochester Institute of Technology is a collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building our community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Hybrid — Remote/On-campus

The College of Engineering Technology is seeking a dynamic, student-centered leader with a primary focus on leading the student services function of the college and advancing students’ academic success, engagement, retention and graduation across both undergraduate and graduate programs. This individual will lead a team of academic advisors and assistant directors responsible for student success initiatives. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Assistant Dean will work collaboratively with college and department leadership to proactively address student concerns, coordinate retention and graduation strategies, and support a vibrant, inclusive student experience. The Assistant Dean will also provide strategic direction for student engagement initiatives and play a pivotal role in shaping programs that promote academic achievement, personal growth, and student persistence.