Assistant Dean of Advisement- Academic Affairs (200045)

　　Job ID

　　27908

　　Location

　　Kingsborough Community College

　　Full/Part Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

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　　POSITION DETAILS

　　Kingsborough Community College was founded in 1963 and is one of 23 campuses of the City University of New York (CUNY) system and offers liberal arts education, as well as career training programs. Kingsborough has been named one of the leading community colleges in the country by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. It has also earned national recognition for its creative and effective use of learning communities, for the large number of degrees it confers, for the high percentage of graduates who continue their studies, and for the innovative programs that draw thousands of non-traditional students to its campus every year.

　　Kingsborough serves a widely diverse population of approximately 10,000 students and consistently ranks among the leading community colleges in the country in associate degrees awarded to minority students. Approximately 70% of Kingsborough’s students are enrolled in a liberal arts or science degree program; the rest pursue degrees in more specialized, career-oriented programs such as business, communications, criminal justice, culinary arts, nursing and allied health careers, information technology, journalism, maritime technology, tourism and hospitality, and the visual arts. The college is a leader in providing fully-online program options and takes pride in its many support programs that enhance student success. All students are offered individual, personal and academic counseling; workshops to improve basic skills; and career planning and placement. Students enjoy the accessibility of Kingsborough faculty and administrators.

　　Under the direction of the Dean for Student Success Programs, the Assistant Dean for Advisement provides strategic and operational leadership in the development, assessment and delivery of innovative and holistic advisement services across the campus. SupervisingAccelerated Studies in Associates Program (ASAP), the Kingsborough Advisement Academies, Transfer Initiatives and CUNY Start/Math Start Program the Assistant Dean will ensure that operations of the areas are guided by the College’s Strategic Plan and Academic Master Plan.

　　In addition, but no limited to, the Assistant Dean will:

　　Ensure the integrity of the ASAP and CUNY Start/Math models through close collaboration with program director/coordinator and Central Program offices

　　Lead the process of developing a vision and mission across advisement areas. Develops resource and training guidelines and works collaboratively with the program directors and others to build an infrastructure that promotes regular reflection, assessment, and growth for advisors

　　Supervise the Transfer Manager and guide campus-wide efforts to prepare students for transfer to senior colleges

　　Develop, implement and assess utilization of across-the-board student support technologies, such as Navigate, across advising areas

　　Lead the adaptation of career exploration and transfer planning into the advisement processes

　　Collaborate with Enrollment Management in assessing and adjusting recruitment processes into special programs and onboarding of new students into the Advisement Academies

　　Ensure implementation and evaluation of new pedagogical approaches provided by the Central CUNY/Math Start Professional Development team

　　Work with Directors across Programs/Academies to identify advisor benchmarks and provide/coordinate professional development

　　Establish and maintain strong connections between academic departments and advisement areas ensuring collaboration and transparency

　　Lead the Advisement Council to share best practices across all advisement areas as well as retention/support areas including AccessAbility, TRIO, Veteran Services, and At-Risk Student efforts

　　Foster and sustain positive collaborative working relationships with colleagues in Academic Affairs and student support services: Career Services, Financial Aid, Bursar, Counseling, Admissions, Academies, Kingsborough Learning Center, etc.

　　Represent theDean for Students Success Programsat College, CUNY, and other external programs and university events/meetings, as needed

　　Participate in retention efforts across divisions

　　Serve on committees as requested

　　Other duties as required

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Master's degreerequired; A doctorate or terminal degree preferred

　　Demonstrated administrative and supervisory experience with a record of increasing responsibility in higher education, preferably at a community college

　　Extensive background and proficiency in overseeing/coaching staff at the manager/director level, directing comprehensive advisement based on both holistic and caseload approaches. Utilizing data, providing guidance, and improving advisor performance to effectively support students in achieving academic success through graduation and beyond.

　　Strong understanding of lifelong learning and planning including incorporation of career exploration and transfer planning into advisement and support services

　　Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills and anability to work in a multicultural environment

　　Demonstrated collegial style of leadership that will support staff in their efforts to provide an excellent academic environment

　　Expertise with student information systems such as CUNYfirst, Starfish/Navigate, and DegreeWorks.

　　CUNY TITLE

　　Assistant Dean

　　COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

　　$132,000- $142,000

　　CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

　　HOW TO APPLY

　　Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 27908 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

　　Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

　　CLOSING DATE

　　February 16, 2024 with review of Resumes to begin February 9, 2024.

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　　EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

　　CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.