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Associate Dean of Residential Life

Employer
Dartmouth College
Location
New Hampshire, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jan 24, 2023

Job Details


Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

01/23/2023

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0027101

Position Title

Associate Dean of Residential Life

Department this Position Reports to

Residential Life

Hiring Range Minimum

Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum

Please inquire.

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Hanover NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Dean of the College, the Associate Dean of Residential Life oversees, develops, administers, and manages all aspects of the comprehensive residential life program for undergraduates living in campus residence halls and living learning communities.

Description

Spelman Johnson summary is attached.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • A master’s degree in student affairs or a counseling-related discipline, or the equivalent.
  • Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible and relevant student affairs experience, preferably in residential life.
  • Demonstrated experience working both independently and collaboratively, with outstanding proficiency in teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, and organizational problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in project management, including facilitating the development of project goals and implementation strategies; and solid skills in financial and budget management with the ability to interpret and prepare departmental budgets and other financial reports.
  • Solid foundation in student developmental theory and its application to professional practice in higher education and student affairs.
  • Demonstrated ability and commitment to fostering the development of and building strong relationships with students.
  • Interpersonal skills to effectively work with students, faculty, and staff; and cultural competence and proven effectiveness in serving the needs of a diverse undergraduate student population.
  • Proven record of successful management and supervisory experience in student affairs.
  • Track record of setting and achieving professional and departmental goals.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize data for decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to communicate and relate effectively to all constituent groups within the College community.
  • Proven record of successful experience responding to individual and community issues and crises.
  • Tendency to address challenges collaboratively and creatively are all required attributes of the next associate dean.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A proven record of success and effectiveness in the oversight and management of residential life programs within a selective liberal arts undergraduate community is preferred.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Jessica Havrda

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Heather J. Larabee, Spelman Johnson

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application and Nomination
Review of applications will begin on January 31, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at https://www.spelmanandjohnson.com/position/associate-dean-of-residential-life/ . Nominations for this position may be emailed to Heather J. Larabee at hjl@spelmanjohnson.com . Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com .

All Dartmouth College employees, whether working on-site or remotely, are required to be up to date with vaccination against COVID -19 (or to have received an approved exemption from vaccination through the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity). Please visit https://dartgo.org/vaxpolicy for details. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment. Failure to meet this condition of employment within the first 30 days may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion ending employment.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy


Additional Instructions

Application and Nomination
Review of applications will begin on January 31, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at https://www.spelmanandjohnson.com/position/associate-dean-of-residential-life/ . Nominations for this position may be emailed to Heather J. Larabee at hjl@spelmanjohnson.com . Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com .

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/67014

Key Accountabilities

Description

The Associate Dean works closely with the Dean of the College and other senior divisional leadership while collaborating with student affairs colleagues, faculty, students, and others to create and maintain a residential community that fosters integrative student academic, social, and emotional growth.

Percentage Of Time

50

Description

Provides leadership and guidance for all professional staff in the units that comprise Residential Life: House Communities, Undergraduate Housing, Residential Education, and Greek Life.

Percentage Of Time

50

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned
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  2. If you answered, 'Internal Employee Referral' or 'Other' to the above question, please specify here:

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter


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