University of Massachusetts – Amherst Looking for Director of Advising and Pathway Programs – UWW Full Time

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public
research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in
the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban
centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and
Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

The Director of
Advising and Pathway Programs manages a comprehensive advising program for academic programs within University Without Walls Division.
Ensures high quality advising and academic services for all students, with particular emphasis on programmatic needs for at-risk,
non-declared majors, and Exploratory Pathway Program students. Leads the development and delivery of programs and services that will enhance
student success, retention, and the student experience. Provides leadership for current student pathway programs and collaborates in the
development of new programs. Responsive to the widely varied needs of diverse student populations and works in a high volume and fast-paced
work environment.

Essential Functions

• Leads a team of advisors providing services for students
  in the University Without Walls Department of Interdisciplinary Studies (UWW/IS), the Information Technology Minor Program, the Exploratory
  Pathways Program (EPP), the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track, and non-degree programs.
• Trains, mentors, supervises and evaluates
  professional advisors to ensure high-quality and highly responsive academic advising services.
• Oversees and directs the Exploratory
  Pathway Program (EPP), which offers a gateway into UWW and selected residential programs for students:
  • Analyzes complex data sets
    to expand outreach and recruitment initiatives.
  • Designs, develops and implement student recruitment programming through open house
    events and information sessions, both in-person and online.  
  • Partners with UWW admissions staff to identify and admit qualified
    EPP applicants.
  • Provides student support and advising to accepted and/or enrolled students.
• Advises students
  in the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track:
  • Collaborates with advisors in UWW/IS, the BDIC (the Bachelor’s Degree with Individual
    Concentration) and IT Minor to develop seamless curricular pathways for students. 
• Coordinates summer pathway programs:
  • Provides programmatic leadership assistance through extensive collaboration with UMass academic and student affairs departments.
    • Collaborates with University Relations and Undergraduate Admissions to develop communication/marketing plan.
    • Creates and
      provides updated program information to UWW website management team.
    • Manages student registrations.
    • Collaborates with
      academic department to identify course offerings and support First-Year Seminar faculty.
    • Independently designs and implements
      non-academic co-curricular programming.   
• Provides support and assistance for the Digital Ready program,
  hosted at the Mt. Ida campus:
  • Collaborates with administrators across multiple UMass Amherst colleges and academic departments to
    manage enrollment, plan events, and ensure students receive high levels of support.
  • Liaises between Digital Ready and UG admissions
    to determine admissibility of students.

Other Functions

•  Performs related
  duties as assigned or required to meet unit and University goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• Master’s degree in Education, Advising or
  related field plus three (3) years of professional experience in advising or promoting student success.   
• Demonstrated capacity
  for supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to organize multiple tasks and set priorities for action, in a
  fast-paced office environment. 
• Ability to stay abreast with a high volume and wide array of complex curricular information and
  academic policies and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate, build relationships and interact with faculty, staff, students, parents
  and community members in a responsive, friendly, and professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication
  skills.
• Intermediate level computer proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs.
• Demonstrated
  ability to use data analytics and associated tools to proactively identify complex patterns across student outcomes; ability to organize and
  evaluate the success of programming, workshops, campaigns, and communication channels.
• Experience working with culturally diverse
  students with a range of academic abilities.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education,
Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• Familiarity with computer-based registration and academic records
  technology, such as Spire, Navigate, Slate, and Tableau.
• Relevant supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of University academic
  rules and regulations.
• Previous experience at a Higher Education Institution.

Work
Schedule    

• Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
• 37.5 hours per week.
• May be required to work
  some nights and weekends. 

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Typical office
  environment.

Salary Information

Level 28 

PSU Salary Ranges

Special
Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for
three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal
opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin,
ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs,
activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.  To fulfill that policy, UMass
Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities
for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.  It is the policy of
the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and
affirmative action.