University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Hiring for Senior Assistant Dean, Thrive Hubs at Chapel Hill, NC Full Time

Department:

Academic Advising-302100

Career Area :

Academic Administration

Posting Open Date:

02/08/2024

Application Deadline:

02/21/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Senior Assistant Dean, Thrive Hubs

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20039194

Vacancy ID:

NF0007811

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$83,100 to $108,000

Proposed Start Date:

04/01/2024

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The mission of the Academic Advising (Thrive@Carolina) Program is to create a supportive environment in which we partner with undergraduates as they explore personal goals, develop educational plans, and thrive at Carolina. Academic Advisors work with undergraduate students from orientation through graduation. Throughout their undergraduate years, students are served by the Academic Advising Program. Advisors assist students with their understanding of general education requirements and monitor students’ progress toward successful completion of degree requirements. We explain major and minor requirements and prerequisites, help students select appropriate courses, prepare academic worksheets and reconcile with Tar Heel Tracker, clarify University policies and procedures, and make referrals to appropriate campus support services. We assist students with making meaningful immediate as well as long-term educational goals, and we help students with developing strategies to make sound academic and personal decisions. Academic Advising is charged with clearing undergraduate students in the College of Arts & Sciences for graduation.

The Academic Advising (Thrive@Carolina) Program serves students in several campus locations. The Advising staff is currently comprised of ~50 full-time and ~10 part-time personnel. The Advising team serves the advising needs of all undergraduate students in the College of Arts & Sciences and students in professional schools who have a major or minor in the College.

Position Summary:

The Office of Undergraduate Education seeks a passionate, committed professional to join the Thrive@Carolina Campus Hubs, which seek to provide student-centered, holistic and seamlessly delivered support to students from acceptance through graduation. Hub staff are expected to bring positive energy and a collaborative mindset to their everyday work, partnering with campus staff, faculty and one another to ensure all students thrive. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. The incumbent will have a strong commitment to the Liberal Arts, demonstrated experience utilizing an intersectional framework to support students holistically, and capable of leading a team of engaged employees to affect positive change through innovative systems. Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Senior Assistant Dean (SAD) translates the strategic vision for hubs into operational plans through their leadership across multiple assigned hub locations, consisting of over 40 full-time and student employees, ensuring that quality services are provided to students. Responsible for the overall strategy and assessment of their assigned hubs, the SAD coordinates hub unit benchmarks, develops innovative strategies to achieve objectives, and analyzes data to evaluate hub effectiveness. SADs are tasked with developing high-functioning, cohesive teams and oversee all human resource processes for assigned hub locations. SADs also collaborate with key stakeholders to bolster student success through a proactive, comprehensive and integrated initiatives.

This is a 12-month, full-time, permanent, EHRA Non-Faculty position which will require some evening hours and may have non-standard work hours.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

– Seven (7) years of professional experience within higher education.
– Appreciation for a liberal arts education and knowledge of UNC-Chapel Hill’s curriculums, policies and procedures.
– Deep familiarity with the intersectional framework and best practices required to achieve student success including academic, wellness, engagement and financial components. Ability to create and assess student learning outcomes and translate them into educational programs.
– Experience or training in social justice, diversity and/or cultural competence with a strong interest in continued professional development in these areas.
– Strong assessment skills and experience utilizing data to develop and adjust practice and programming.
– A high level of comfort in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and flexibility to adapt an evolving agenda.
– Impeccable integrity, discretion, judgement and keen diplomatic skills in handling confidential, sensitive information.
– Experience and desire to actively cultivate and maintain relationships at all levels and across organizations.
– Four years of successful supervisory and management experience, including experience navigating personnel concerns and addressing performance challenges in a fair and consistent manner.
– Ability to work through complex, confidential issues and provide solutions.
– Strong oral and written communication skills; experience teaching, training or facilitating. Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to groups including reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
– Ability to utilize and/or learn software applications, learning platforms, or technology-based delivery systems.
– Minimum SACS qualifications to be appointed as fixed-term faculty

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

– Strong interest in promoting innovative systems and building a culture of integrated, holistic support for students.
– Willingness to go above and beyond in order to achieve the required goals.
– Experience with budget management, and an understanding of how to use limited financial resources.
– Familiarity with Universal Design principles.
– Knowledge of workforce education trends, career options and career and educational planning assessments.
– Experience, or interest in, contributing to educational research and professional literatures.
– Involvement in NACADA, NACE, NASPA, ACPA, NODA or other professional organizations supporting student success.
– Familiarity with social media and other digital technology and their application in higher education settings.
– Thorough knowledge of needs assessment theory, processes, and practices and of workshop and program design.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.