Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes an excellent benefits package.
Internal Number: APS150925PS
This is an exciting time to join the reimagined Center for Student Success at Oberlin College and Conservatory. The Director of Student Success position is a full-time, continuing 12-month, staff position in the Division of Student Affairs. Under the direct supervision of the Dean and Assistant Dean of Student Success, this position will assist in advancing Oberlin Colleges retention efforts and will play a key role in the realignment of the Center for Student Success programming initiatives.
The Director of Student Success will serve as the point of contact for all students at Oberlin College with a deliberate focus on first and second year students. This position will also provide proactive 1:1 holistic coaching for with an assigned caseload aimed at helping students navigate their Oberlin College and Conservatory collegiate experience.
In collaboration with the CSS staff the Director will assist with planning purposeful programming and engagement that support student success, as well as implement program curriculum; plan and facilitate workshops for current students, parents, faculty, staff and prospective students; develop connections to campus resources for student access and; assist in the hiring and training of staff; and adhere to and contribute to operations and other protocol measures that support quality program assessment and evaluation.
The Director of Student Success will provide support for existing programs aimed to support student success and retention and assist with the coordination of new initiatives by working closely with the CSS leadership staff, and campus partners including but not limited to: the Intercultural Engagement, Office of Disability Services, Residential Life, Academic Advising, Student Leadership and Involvement, SOAR/PAL program, Career Services etc.
Responsibilties:
Meet one-on-one as well as in group settings with students to provide advice and counsel a variety of topics.
Analyze, compare, and evaluate various courses of actions for students within scope of responsibilities and refer students to appropriate university resources as needed.
Accept and act on referrals to support student needs and conduct follow-up on utilization of resources.
Follow program evaluation protocol to assess effectiveness and impact on students and the university community.
Assist in the development of content and participate in workshop presentations that support the growth and achievement participants’ and address interests, challenges, knowledge and experiences related to overall success.
Coordinate opportunities to build community and a supportive network of Obie scholars.
In collaboration with campus partners, identify and coordinate resources, experiential learning opportunities, and resource connections to enhance student awareness and preparation for collegiate and post-baccalaureate opportunities.
Maintain student participation and engagement documentation and data files.
Use theoretical practices for leadership development around issues of diversity, race, ethnicity, as it relates to intercultural professional development.
See the full description on the Oberlin job portal.
An earned master’s degree (preferably in higher education/student affairs administration, counseling, or other area relevant to student affairs) and three years of work experience
Work independently in a self-directed manner
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse constituency; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cooperatively and strategically in a team environment; writing experience.
Ability to prioritize diverse tasks and meet deadlines and results oriented
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, a collaborative disposition, and the ability to think both critically and strategically
Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and time-management skills
Excel at working in a community that is diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, gender identity, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion
Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse team
Budget management and tracking experience
Ability to maintain organizational structure and cohesion in a changing environment
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership.
A complete application will include a cover letter, resume, diversity statement, and list of professional references.
Oberlin College & Conservatory is a four-year, highly selective liberal arts college that combines a top-ranked college of arts and sciences with a world-renowned conservatory of music. Combined, the two divisions enroll approximately 2,900 students. Founded in 1833, Oberlin College & Conservatory was the first college in America to make interracial education and coeducation central to its mission-traditions that live today within a commitment to positive social engagement. Located 35 miles southwest of Cleveland, Ohio, Oberlin College & Conservatory has earned a reputation of excellence based on the quality of its richly diverse student body, outstanding faculty, excellent facilities, and academic and technological resources. Learn more at: http://new.oberlin.edu/about/