Position Number |
999169 |
Functional Title |
Sr. Director for Academic Support Programs |
Position Type |
Administration - Staff |
Position Eclass |
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning |
University Information |
, located in the of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher and . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most in the state with , and members representing 90+ nationalities. With , in over , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for , with noted strengths in , and follow UNCG on , , and . |
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit |
The mission of the Division of Student Success is to work in partnership with the University community to deliver high quality services to facilitate the recruitment, retention and graduation of a diverse student population and strive to provide service, leadership, and transitional student support for UNCG. The Division of Student Success is committed to designing, implementing, and providing the services necessary to promote student success throughout the entire student life cycle from day one to diploma. This division includes the offices of University Advising, New Student Transitions & First Year Experience, Students First Office, Academic Achievement Center, TRiO Programs, UNCG Guarantee, GEAR UP UNCG, and the Multiliteracy Centers (Speaking Center, Writing Center, and Math Help Center). |
Position Summary |
Primary responsibilities of the position:
- Develop, implement, assess, and strengthen academic support services and workshops, such as tutoring, academic advising, supplemental instruction, peer mentoring, and academic coaching, student study groups and student skill development to help students succeed academically.
- Provide administrative leadership of academic student support programs such as the Academic Achievement Center (which includes the University Proctoring Lab), Multiliteracy Centers (Writing, Speaking and Math-Help Centers) and Transfer Initiative Services, supervising approximately 10-14 professional staff, graduate assistants, and undergraduate student workers.
- Exhibit adept leadership in training and supervising a diverse staff of academic professionals, tutors, leaders, and peer mentors, equipping them with vital "future- ready" professional and transferable skills.
- Continue current relationship with the National Association for Development Education (NADE) and the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) regarding tutor and supplemental leader certifications.
- Collaborate with relevant campus partners, such as faculty, staff, advisors, administrators, and student support services to implement a coordinated approach to student success; and to build partnerships that leverage resources, expertise, and support for retention initiatives.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and initiatives through data analysis, assessments, and feedback from students and stakeholders to refine and make data-informed decisions about resource allocation and programmatic changes.
- Ensure that programs and initiatives are inclusive and equitable and promote diversity and inclusivity; addressing equity gaps and potential biases, if needed.
- Independently complete other special projects as new challenges and opportunities arise in our rapidly changing academic environment.
- Pursue external grants and funding opportunities to support student retention and success.
- Lead related groups focused on the achievement of student success goals, as requested by the Associate Vice Provost.
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Minimum Qualifications |
- Master's degree or doctorate in a relevant field of study
- Seven years of relevant experience with progressively higher responsibilities
- Demonstrated adept leadership in fostering resilient and united work teams, leveraging the array of diverse skills and perspectives within the group to collaboratively achieve shared objectives
- Excellent writing skills required
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Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates |
NC Driver's License
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Preferred Qualifications |
- Demonstrated independent leadership of student success programs in higher education
- Tutor and/ or supplemental leader certifications
- Successful grant-writing experience
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Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Recruitment Range |
Commensurate with education and experience |
Org #-Department |
Undergraduate Student Success - 13601 |
Job Open Date |
01/10/2024 |
For Best Consideration Date |
01/24/2024 |
Job Close Date |
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Open Until Filled |
Yes |
FTE |
1.000 |
Type of Appointment |
Permanent |
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. |
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Number of Months per Year |
12 |
FLSA |
Exempt |