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Posted: 17-Sep-24
Location: Bedford, Massachusetts
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 175757
Title: Assistant Dean of Academic Advising and Pathways
Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP)
Department: Enrollment Services
Reports to: Dean of Enrollment Services
Date: May 16, 2024 (Reopened September 16, 2024)
General Summary: The Assistant Dean of Academic Advising and Pathways is a dynamic, creative, and knowledgeable individual who is part of a leadership team that is responsible for the development and implementation of timely, diverse, and innovative advising services and programming. The Assistant Dean will lead advising staff in implementing equity-centered, data-informed, intrusive advising processes to close institutional gaps among all students. The Assistant Dean will play a critical role as Middlesex Community College becomes a Hispanic-Serving Institute (HSI) and in achievement of the College's RISE 15 student success metrics aimed at completion. The Assistant Dean will also collaborate with all student support programs, such as the SUCCESS program, a retention-centered program for Black, African American, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ students. Through open and transparent communication, the Assistant Dean will regularly make reports to the Academic and Student Affairs leadership as well as the President's Leadership Council and other stakeholders as required. In addition, working with the Dean of Education and K-16 Partnerships, provide consistent and thoughtful communication with the College's transfer partners, informing all stakeholders of changes in transfer policies or practices. The Assistant Dean is also responsible for all aspects of student advising, including pathways development and updating, academic transfer, management of Veteran Resources, Credit for Prior Learning, and the College's Equity Transfer Initiative.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily operations of the Academic Advising offices, ensuring equitable and efficient service delivery.
- Supervise, evaluate, and support the professional development of advising staff.
- Lead and Expand equity-centered, holistic/intrusive academic advising practices in the department, ensuring the practices align with the College's mission and its progress toward becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institute (HSI).
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to create advising services and programming that support student retention, engagement, and completion.
- Monitor and report on student success metrics, including the College's RISE 15 agenda.
- Provide strategic oversight for student advising in areas including academic pathways, transfer processes, specialized populations, veterans, and adult learners.
- Continuously improve advising services and academic pathway initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Dean of Education and K-16 Partnershipsto maintain communication with transfer partners and keep all stakeholders informed about any policy or practice changes.
- Work closely with retention-centered programs like the SUCCESS program to support Black, African American, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ students.
- Engage in open and transparent communication with the Provost, Academic and Student Affairs leadership, and the President's Leadership Council.
- Oversee programs such as the Veteran Resource Center, Credit for Prior Learning, and the Equity Transfer Initiative.
- Provide student orientation, mentoring, and advising services to support student success from entry to program completion.
- Promote and maintain responsive community relations.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Job Requirements:
- Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field.
- Minimum of five years of experience in academic advising, student services, or a related area in a higher education setting, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and lead equity-centered advising programs and academic pathways.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Proven track record of fostering collaboration across departments and improving student outcomes.
- Deep understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented student populations in higher education.
- Knowledge of best practices in advising and student retention strategies.
- Experience with budget management and resource allocation
- Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000 actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:
- High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
- Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
- Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
- Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
- 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
- Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
- Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
- Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
- Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
- Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
- Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
- Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire. This position will be eligible for a maximum of two days of telework in accordance with the College's telework policy.
Expected Start Date: November 2024
Application Deadline: October 11, 2024