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Position Description
The Assistant Dean for Academic Programs and Advising supports student success as part of the student care team, through academic orientation of first-year and transfer students, and by collaborating with the Associate Dean for Advising on advisor training, first-year seminar instructor training, and the first-year experience.
Duties
Student Support: Serve on the care team and as liaison between faculty and students; Convene the academic standing committee; Communicate and implement academic policies. Student Onboarding: Provide academic affairs components for orientation and first year course program Oversee the placement of incoming students in classes. Advising and Advisor Training: Collaborate with the Assoc. Dean for Advising on advising training for faculty and staff Manage the assignment and distribution of faculty advising loads and advisor changes. Oversee departmental honors program, academic prizes and awards, and award funds for student academic travel. Serve on the Educational Policy and Governance Committee, the New Student Portal Committee, and the Exchange Student review team. Oversee preceptorships; support December and May graduations including production of programs.
Application Process
For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities (https://careers-macalester.icims.com). Review of applications will begin immediately. Priority will be given to candidates who apply by May 3, however, we will continue to accept applications after this date. The interview process will begin after this date and the role will be posted until filled.
Institution Information
Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism. At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.
Additional Information
At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights: 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan. Generous parental leave. Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays. Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account. Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions. Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan. Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities. These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.
Contact Information
Jaclyn Howard, Talent Acquisition Manager , [email protected]
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Qualifications:
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Required Qualifications
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or Related Field required Demonstrated commitment to working with individuals of color, first-generation college students and/or individuals from diverse backgrounds Commitment to the public good and student development 3-5 years of experience in higher education, specifically experience with advising, teaching, and/or managing an academic or honors program Knowledge of or training in the scholarship and practice of advising in higher education Experience managing programs Fluency in Google Business Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
More than 5 years experience in academic affairs.
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