Bard CollegeAssistant Dean of Students, Student AffairsApply Here:https://apply.interfolio.com/168289

The Assistant Dean of Students provides support and case management for a portion of the undergraduate students and is responsible for the oversight of some academic administrative responsibilities. The Assistant Dean works closely with students, families, faculty and staff to develop support structures for individual students. They develop dynamic relationships across campus in order to better support their students and help them thrive socially and academically.

The Assistant Dean works closely with theCenter for Student Life and Advising (https://www.bard.edu/dosa/) team to develop programs and systems to help all students at Bard thrive. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position.

Essential Duties

Act as a primary contact for faculty, staff, parents, and students for the section of students they are responsible for; address personal/social/academic concerns or questions; manage individual student cases to provide support and advocacy for students with the use of campus resources

Actively seek out students who have difficulty engaging with the academic or social life of the college or who are experiencing personal difficulties; provide on-going support and work with them to develop strategies for success

Participate in midterm and final grade review and meet with students to create academic support plans. Meet with students on academic probation to offer support and resources

Follow up with students as necessary to discuss campus policies and regulations, explain available options, and make referrals to appropriate offices or resources

Provide case management for students in psychological or medical distress. Coordinate on- and off-campus resources and work with students’ families to arrange and implement support plans and, when necessary, leaves of absence

Work closely with the Equity and Inclusion Office to support BEOP, BOP, ECO, and POSSE scholars in their orientation and continued participation in the Bard community

Serve as a member of the Dean of Students' leadership team and actively participate in the development, implementation, and assessment of Bard's student success mission

Engage a diverse student body and staff in fostering a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive campus environment that promotes student learning, academic success, personal growth, and connection to campus life while maintaining high levels of advocacy for students, parents, and campus partners

Participate in weekend college wide events, including during Language & Thinking, Admitted Students Day, Family Weekend, and Commencement

Collaborate with the Deans of Studies and other Deans of Students to manage student caseload and to support students

Participate in the on-duty rotation by supporting the primary on-duty staff. Be available for consultation and come to campus for emergencies as needed; participate in/lead the follow-up response

Complete Deans Reports for students transferring to other colleges from Bard

Support the Dean of Studies Office through processing various academic petitions

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Applicants should have 3-7 years of progressive experience in Higher Education or related field

Master’s Degree in Education, Psychology or related field required

Experience with on-duty crisis management preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of individuals across the college; proven ability to implement creative solutions to complex challenges

Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality

Knowledge of small, liberal arts institutions preferred

Must have the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends

Ability to build relationships with and support a student body that is broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, gender identity, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter, resume, diversity statement, and the contact information for three references to Interfolio athttps://apply.interfolio.com/168289.

Compensation: $75,000 - $80,0000

This salary range reflects the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Benefits Overview

We are pleased to offer our full-time employees an excellent benefit package which includes; multiple health insurance options; TIAA retirement plans (https://www.bard.edu/humanresources/retirement/) ; generous vacation, sick, and personal time; and more. To learn more about employee benefits and eligibility at Bard College, please visit https://www.bard.edu/humanresources/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

AA/EOE