Offer: Class Dean

Class Dean

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Job Summary
The Undergraduate Class Dean is responsible for coordinating a holistic and developmental undergraduate practice for Rensselaer students as they progress from Sophomore to Senior year that advance Clustered Learning Advocacy and Support for Students (CLASS), the transformative student practice at Rensselaer. The primary function is to serve as case manager in support of individual students seeking support as they face various academic, administrative, personal, or experiential challenges. The secondary function is to develop a series of strategic class programs and initiatives that are planned and executed that will enhance student success, engagement and affinity group development across the cohort. The Undergraduate Class Dean works collaboratively with the faculty, advisors, and schools and other academic and administrative departments across campus to create an integrated, transformative student practice which promotes student success.


Minimum Qualifications

»Master's degree in student personnel or higher education administration, education, social work or counseling.

»Five (5) or more years of professional practice, preferably in the areas of academic enrichment/coaching, case management, triage and crisis intervention and / or behavioral assessment
candidates must meet stated minimum education and practice requirements.


Minimum expertise, expertise, and Abilities

» practice in assessment, tracking, and case management

» practice developing educational programs for college students

»Demonstrated expertise in assessment & program evaluation

»Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

» capability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

» capability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives

» capability to work independently or as part of a team

»Strong interpersonal expertise and capability to deal effectively in a team environment

»Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion

» capability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing environment

» capability to work with a diverse population

»Planning, organizing and effective time management expertise

» capability to anticipate and solve problems


Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required


TravelOccasional overnight travel may be required(10% or less)


Driving
Incidental driving possible, but not required




Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: [email protected]
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Total Compensation and Benefits Information
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