Description/Job Summary

　　The Assistant Dean brings a style and perspective that supports a student first model and appreciation and respect for shared governance. Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee, the Assistant Dean of Early College and Access Programs, oversees all aspects of the high school dual enrollment programs, pathways in technology early college programs, and other special programs. The individual will play a critical role in strengthening partnerships and dual enrolled pathways with Baltimore City Public Schools and other education institutions. Additionally, the individual w i l l c o l l a b o r a t e w i t h t h e D i r e c t o r of the Mayor's Scholars Program to develop a succession plan for dual enrolled students approaching high school completion. The position works closely with counselors and administrators at partner high schools and home school associations to build a dual enrollment and recruitment program to enroll students. The Assistant Dean will work collaboratively to build relationships with high schools throughout the greater Baltimore metropolitan area by assessing the needs of high schools and high school students, coordinating with academic programs to respond to those needs, implementing marketing strategies, providing support services prior to, during, and after enrollment. The Assistant Dean works in collaboration with various campus departments such as Student Accounting, the Student Success Center, Information Technology, Academic Affairs, Workforce Development, and Marketing and Communications. The Assistant Dean must recognize the value of a diverse student population and integrate the priorities for the demographic with the recruitment strategy for the College. The individual performs other duties as assigned.

　　Responsibilities/Duties

　　Plays an integral role in the organization, and execution of the Early College components of the Recruitment and Strategic Enrollment Management plan.

　　Coordinates the growth, development, and promotion of the Early College programs, including preparation of guidelines for schools, students, and academic departments.

　　Coordinates with Admissions and the Mayor's Scholars Program for recruitment of Early College students.

　　Initiates formal agreements with schools, recommending policy and procedural changes, and coordinating with academic departments. Assists in the oversight of recruiting territories by ensuring an optimal yield from assigned high schools, organizations, and partnerships. Coordinates the recruitment of high school students into Early College courses.

　　Assists in the development of a detailed and comprehensive integrated Early College enrollment and communications plan, which will include goals, defined targets, and follow-up Facilitates long-range planning using research and data to analyze the marketplace and integrate best practices in Early College recruiting and marketing strategies.

　　Builds relationships with high schools assessing the needs of high school early college students and local schools.

　　Assists with the operational strategies by evaluating trends, establishing critical measurements, determining productivity, quality, and customer service strategies, resolving problems, implementing change.

　　Works with the administration to analyze and report Early College recruitment and admissions data.

　　Coordinates with Academic Affairs to provide Early College courses in response to student and school needs.

　　Plans and coordinates on-campus programs for prospective Early College students and early intervention efforts with middle and high school students and their families.

　　Assists with marketing and promotion strategies to ensure participation in the Early College programs and interest in full-time enrollment at BCCC.

　　Provides admission, registration, and funding support services, in concert with other BCCC offices. Coordinates orientation, academic support, and student engagement during enrollment at BCCC.

　　Ensures the Early College program is administered in accordance with guidelines established by the College, Baltimore City Public Schools, other school systems, and the state of Maryland. Develops the framework for the early college and access programs recruitment and retention efforts.

　　Provide direct supervision to Early College coordinators.

　　Provides insight and leadership within the unit to support a student first and shared governance perspective.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.

　　5-7 Years of experience in the administration and oversight of early college programs.

　　At least 5 years of experience in admissions, advising, college access, or similar role in higher education. At least 3 years of managerial experience.

　　Exceptional program coordination experience.

　　Exceptional leadership skills.

　　Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to succeed in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

　　Excellent computer skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

　　Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel within the recruitment territory.

　　Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with a CRM or ERP such as Banner, Colleague or similar.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Doctoral Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.

　　Seven (7) years of experience in Early College Programs, College Admissions, or related area Community College Experience.

　　Understanding of higher education demographic trends; college access, readiness and success challenges and opportunities.