Chief Student Affairs Officer jobs in Minnesota

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position supports our retention initiatives with first year students, first generation students, and our Construction Sciences and Building Technology (CSBT)program. Through collaboration with CSBT leadership and faculty, this individual will spend time reaching out to students who need additional assistance and facilitating outreach programs that serve the retention needs of the department. This individual will also work with our New Student Retention Coordinator on facilitating our P.A.C.E. (Positivity, Advocacy, Connections, Empowerment) program. Our P.A.C.E. program is a retention initiative that focuses on students who are first generation and in their first semester at Dunwoody. Through data and daily interactions with students, staff, and faculty this individual will gain experience designing and implementing programs and services that enhance the student experience and contribute to the retention efforts of the College. The individual will report to the Associate Dean of Students.

This is a part-time position, 18-20 hours per week with a flexible schedule.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize the college’s established retention data sources to support individual students; and identify, create, and implement retention and success initiatives based on data themes.
• Work closely w/ the CSBT Academic Dean, Program Directors, and faculty to facilitate retention efforts within that department.
• Collaborate with New Student Retention Coordinator to support PACE program participants and manage the PACE ambassador program.
• Support retention efforts in other Student Affairs departments including Esports, Women’s Initiatives, Housing and Residence Life, Career Services, Student Success, and the Learning Commons as needed.
• Aid with the collection, analysis, and response to assessment data throughout Student Affairs.
• Participate in weekly Students of Concern Intervention Team (SCIT) meetings.

Other

• Ensure student privacy procedures are met by following government regulations in accordance with the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Advisors must know and adhere to FERPA regulations from day one of employment.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.

DUNWOODY GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to speak publicly and present information in a cohesive, organized manner.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn new computer programs and database management systems and demonstrate proficiency given adequate training.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to talk on the phone.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and other external constituents.
• Ability to communicate difficult messages in a supportive manner.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Must be goal and team oriented to build positive working relationships, and conduct business with attention to ethical considerations
• Ability to work with and communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds and at all levels.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work within budgets.
• Must have strong organizational skills and consistently display the highest level of integrity.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage competing priorities, and work flexible schedule including select evenings and weekends to meet college business needs.
• Individual is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Location: Work is performed indoors in a climate controlled office environment.
• Machines, Tools Work Aids, and Equipment Used: Computer, telephone, fax, copier, other office equipment.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Makes good decisions. Provides sound advice and problem solution. Provides honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.
• Operating Skills: Makes decisions in a timely manner. Accepts responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Documents process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Courage: Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.
• Energy and Drive: Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Organizational Positioning Skills: Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Anticipates where the land mines are and plans his/her approach accordingly.
• Personal/Interpersonal Skills: Relates well to all kinds of people. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adheres to Dunwoody’s core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Practices attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field OR
• Associate degree AND demonstrated experience working with students in a higher education environment
• Previous experience working with diverse and under-represented populations.