Assistant Dean and Director Undergraduate Programs, Dolan School of Business
- Employer
- Fairfield University
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Dec 15, 2022
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Job Description:
DIVISION: Academic
DEPARTMENT: Dolan School of Business
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Dean, the Assistant Dean and Director of Undergraduate Programs assists the Dean with the day-to-day operations of the Dolan School of Business (DSB) undergraduate program, including administrative and student-centered work. Working within the parameters of a faculty advising model, the Assistant Dean is responsible for providing support to faculty advisors and undergraduate students throughout all aspects of the academic planning process, including curricular and co-curricular opportunities. Is responsible for retention efforts including the monitoring, counseling, and academic coaching of Dolan School of Business students identified as academically “at risk” and works collaboratively with faculty and university personnel to provide comprehensive support services. Represents the Dolan School of Business at university functions, on university committees and relevant external capacities; supports the promotion of various Dolan School of Business recruitment, communication, and marketing initiatives.
UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS: Some evenings and weekend hours required; vacation time limited during peak times including the first month of each semester and during summer orientation.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED: Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree in related field required.
EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years of experience in higher education required, preferably in academic advising, career counseling, or closely related field. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills. Proficiency in various computer software programs; knowledge of Banner preferred.
SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:
Direct: Assistant Director, Program Coordinator, Student Experience Counselor
Indirect: Student workers
REPORTS TO: Dean, Dolan School of Business
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of undergraduate Dolan School of
Business programs with assignments specifically given by the Dean and reports
directly to the Dean.
2. Responsible for significant student-centered academic advising to Dolan School of Business undergraduate students throughout all aspects of the academic planning process, in collaboration with the Assistant Director.
- Guide students in developing and implementing their
individualized plan of study and co-curricular learning
opportunities
- Advise students regarding university policies and procedures,
academic programs, and graduation requirements
- Advise students during peak times including course
registration, add/drop period, and prior to the course withdrawal
deadline
- Advise students on selection of a major, complementary
programs, and career opportunities
- Advise students on international education opportunities
- Support recruitment efforts and provide informational meetings
for prospective students and transfer students
- Students formally placed on Academic Probation or identified as
at risk of probation/dismissal
- Students referred by the Case Management Committee and/or
faculty inquiries identifying students of concern
- First-year students and NCAA Division I athletes identified
through the University Alert System: Early Alerts, Midterm
Estimates, and Final Alert
5. Responsible for the review and approval of all undergraduate degrees awarded by the Dolan School of Business.
6. Assists the Dean, Associate Dean, and Department Chairs with enrollment management and course scheduling. Coordinates with the Registrar on semester course schedules and classroom assignments.
7. Responsible for coordinating with the Assistant Director to develop and facilitate academic advising training workshops designed for faculty advisors and peer advisors.
8. Collaborate with the Dean, Associate Dean, and Dolan School’s Director of Career Development Center to enhance students’ academic planning experience through co-curricular opportunities, including: Dolan School of Business Professional Development Series, internships, Dean’s Student Advisory Roundtable, etc.
9. Initiates activities and events to enrich the experiences of Dolan Schools to build and strengthen the community.
10. Represents the Dolan School of Business at university functions and Dolan School of Business sponsored programs/events, including new and prospective student Open Houses and Orientation for First Year Students, represents the Dolan School of Business in community activities and organizations as part of the School’s community outreach.
11. Serves on Dolan School of Business and university committees when appropriate. These include, but are not limited to:
- DSB Chairs Council
- DSB Undergraduate Curriculum Committee
- University Judicial Board
- Academic Planning Committee
- Case Management Committee
- International Programs Committee
- Administrative Technologies Committee
- Dolan advisory board and councils
13. Working with University Institutional Research, compiles undergraduate profile information for accrediting agencies (e.g., AACSB) and external ranking entities (e.g., Bloomberg Businessweek).
14.Assists in the development, implementation, and promotion of special projects within the Dolan School of Business as deemed necessary.
15. Promotes safe and secure working conditions. This involves:
- promoting the proper utilization of equipment and
materials,
- notifying Dean immediately regarding any unsafe working
conditions.
Duties may change and/or be added at any time.
Category:
Academic - Admin
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
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