Assistant Dean for Administrative Advising

Department Statement

Colgate University, a selective, residential liberal arts university, seeks an Assistant Dean for Administrative Advising within the Office of Administrative Advising. Reporting to an Associate Dean of Administrative Advising, the incumbent works closely with other deans and directors in the Dean of the College Division. The assistant deans are committed to developing meaningful relationships with advisees and assist in taking ownership of their Colgate experience.

Routinely, students see an administrative dean when they need advice regarding personal and/or academic matters or information on the many support resources available at Colgate. Administrative deans also assist students in navigating and understanding administrative policies and procedures. The deans are committed to providing support while promoting the intellectual and emotional development of students.

This is a distinctive opportunity for a student affairs professional who is interested in educating students about their rights and responsibilities. As a liberal arts college, Colgate seeks to provide opportunities for students, both in and outside the classroom, to develop critical thinking, integrity, judgment, a common experience of learning, and appreciation of the social and ethical values necessary for community life.

Learn more about Colgate University and the Dean of the College Division by reviewing in
A Candidate’s Guide to Colgate . 2021 and 2022, the Dean of the College Division was acknowledged byDiverse Issues in Higher Educationand Inside Higher Ed as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority ( CSA ), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.

Accountabilities

The Assistant Dean for Administrative Advising is an administrative position within the Dean of the College division.

Administrative Advising responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• ensuring students receive effective support while promoting the development of self-advocacy and problem-solving skills;
• articulating an advising approach that encourages students to achieve a sense of responsibility for their personal growth and academic success; a firm and fair approach is required;
• effective outreach to students and proactively ensuring students have access to high quality, consistent, accurate and timely advice regarding University policies and procedures and other academic regulations, deadlines, and processes;
• execution of crisis response consistent with policy and plan;
• understanding student needs and collaborating with other stakeholders and resource providers to make these needs known; and
• accurate capture and maintenance of records relating to student interactions, including advising notes;
• serve on academic-related standing committees;
• participating in the after-hours on-call rotation with other deans in the Dean of the College Division (approximately one-two weeks per semester);
• adherence to University budget practices; and;
• serving on other Divisional committees as requested.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Professional experience in a higher education setting;
• Demonstrated strong sense of ethics and sound decision-making skills, exhibits mature judgment and capacity to maintain confidentiality;
• Demonstrated capacity to work as an effective collaborator with students, staff, and faculty;
• Demonstrated commitment to educating students and knowledge of student development;
• Demonstrated outstanding attention to detail;
• Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and presentation skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to stay calm and function well in a high-paced office environment.
• Experience working with faculty.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Capacity to work as a member of an on-call rotation and with some night and weekend availability.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of student development theory;
• Experience within a college residential environment and/or liberal arts environment;
• Demonstrated experience in assessment or skills in collecting and/or analyzing data.

Education

Master’s degree in a related field and five years of professional related experience or a Bachelor’s degree and eight years of professional related experience.

Job Open Date
02/15/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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