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Position Description
The Assistant Director of Pre-Progressional Programs serves to support undergraduate students' success and progress to degree. Assigned to the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS), assists in providing leadership for the delivery of a highly effective academic experience to students pursuing undergraduate majors that require admission. Advises undergraduate students, helping them understand academic requirements, policies, and procedures; utilize university resources; and identify and pursue a successful path to a degree. Identifies and supports students who are experiencing academic challenges and provides pre-professional programming for students within CHHS.
Duties
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as an expert on the unique academic needs of students pursuing CHHS undergraduate majors that require admission. Utilizes technological tools (e.g., SS Navigate and Banner) and other best practice approaches to know, understand and advise students. Compiles and utilizes data in partnership with the Director of Pre-Professional Programs to inform advising practices and programming. Works collaboratively with colleagues within CHHS, Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, and Academic Affairs to support the success of students. Collaborates with departments to develop, maintain and utilize academic advising and recruitment materials for CHHS undergraduate degree programs that require admission. Provides training on best practices to those who provide academic advising in the College of Health and Human Services. Works collaboratively with Academic Advising to provide advisement services to students who are exploring other majors or transitioning into SCSU. May supervise part-time staff, graduate assistants, student workers or others as needed. May involve occasional work in the evenings and/or on weekends. Performs other duties related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level of the responsibility of the position.
Application Process
For full consideration, please submit a cover letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Cynthia Gabris at [email protected] by September 12th, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
Institution Information
Southern Connecticut State University is a diverse and student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good. Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus wide commitment to social justice. Founded as a teacher’s college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of more than 9,000 students, offering graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. It is one of four universities in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System. The University is located in New Haven, a city rich with arts and culture, and less than 90 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston.
Additional Information
Southern Connecticut State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Cynthia Gabris at [email protected]
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Qualifications:
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Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in student affairs, social work, counseling, education, student development, or human services related field; Three (3) years of experience providing educational support through academic advising or other student support services; Direct experience working successfully with diverse populations; Demonstrated strong ability to communicate orally and in writing; Demonstrated ability to be creative and develop innovative academic programming; Experience using technological tools to support student success or demonstrated capacity to learn; Demonstrated effectiveness at independently managing projects and working collaboratively as a member of a team; Strong interpersonal skills and capacity for building partnerships across campus; Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; Ability to generate reports and use data to inform decision making and engage in evidence-based practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in an academic advising role at a college or university or work that includes knowing curricular requirements; having significant faculty interaction; knowledge of academic disciplines within CHHS; Higher Education admissions experience; Experience with supervising student employees. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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