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Position Description
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Duties
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and Retention, the Executive Director for Advising, Persistence and Success (Executive Director 3) oversees the University's advising programs and a range of curricular and co-curricular opportunities. To address the persistence, retention and graduation of Kean students, the Executive Director reviews, evaluates, recommends and implements general academic advising policies and programs. This also includes reviewing, evaluating, recommending and implementing all major requirements, registration practices, processes and procedures. The Executive Director manages the functions of the Center for Advising, Persistence and Success (CAPS); oversees every aspect of progress towards degree completion initiatives; works closely with the platforms of Ellucian Colleague, EAB Navigate and SLATE; oversees the scheduling of staff within the department; and manages a team of Associate Directors whose major purpose is to assist students with progress towards degree completion. The Executive Director provides advising and academic support for undergraduate programs and oversees and reviews policies and programs related to undergraduate academic advising and advancing the University's pedagogical and student learning objectives. The Executive Director will assist with new student advising for freshmen and serve as a primary liaison to select academic and administrative units around academic advising and academic policies and processes for undergraduate students. The Executive Director will leverage their expertise to assist in positioning Kean University as a nationally recognized leader in academic advising.
Application Process
All applicants will be interviewed and have to give a presentation.
Institution Information
Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.
Core Values
Academic Excellence: Kean University strives for excellence in all aspects of academia. Committed to upholding rigorous standards, intellectual curiosity, and the active pursuit of knowledge, we hope to ignite a passion for life-long learning in our students, faculty and staff.
Equity: Kean University intentionally deconstructs barriers that hinder access to opportunities. As champions of diversity, we foster an environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, circumstance or perspective, can thrive in teaching and learning.
Inclusivity: Kean University deliberately embraces the transformative power of inclusion. We recognize our strength lies in the varied perspectives and experiences within our learning community. By celebrating and valuing varied perspectives, we prepare our students, staff, and faculty to intentionally build relationships that assist them in navigating our complex, global society.
Wellness: Kean University aspires to collaboratively create a vibrant, equitable, supportive and inclusive culture of care in which all members of the Kean community feel energized, safe and empowered to thrive and engage in the campus community.
Social Mobility: Kean University serves as a catalyst for social mobility, enabling students to transcend socioeconomic barriers and realize their full potential. Through personalized support, mentorship programs, and hands-on learning experiences, we equip our students with the tools to seize new opportunities, break the cycle of inequality, and create positive change in their lives and communities.
Public Impact: We embrace a core value of fostering public engagement and promoting meaningful public impact. We strive to cultivate a collaborative environment that empowers students, faculty, and staff to actively contribute their knowledge and expertise to address societal challenges and create positive change in our communities.
Additional Information
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
Contact Information
[email protected]
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