Assistant Director for Recruitment and Retention Initiatives
Full Time
Boone, NC 28607
Posted
Job description
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
016671
Department
College of Education - 260000
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Student Development, or related field.
- 3 years of relevant professional experience in an academic advising setting.
- Experience in developing and supporting professional develop and/or career enrichment programming.
- Experience implementing strategies to recruit and retain students, especially students from underrepresented populations.
- Experience working with or leading and supporting student groups, associations, and/or activities.
- Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
- Possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends to support the work of the JCSSA, college and/or university events.
License/Certification Required
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of relevant professional experience in an academic advising setting.
- Five or more years of experience in the development and implementation of professional develop and career enrichment programming.
- Three or more years of Experience implementing strategies to recruit and retain students, especially students from underrepresented populations.
- Experience planning and implementation of curriculum and programming around Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- Public school teaching experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The
Assistant Director for Recruitment and Retention Initiatives will work collaboratively with the Director of JCSSA to support efforts to recruit, retain and advise teacher education candidates in the Reich College of Education (RCOE).
This position will serve as the academic advising team leader with responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, the following:
This position will serve as the academic advising team leader with responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collect key performance indicators for monitoring and assessing the academic advising program.
- Serve as an Academic Advisor with a reduced advising caseload to support RCOE student populations and programs including, transfer and online students.
- Create and maintain an effective schedule for advising sessions and advising-related programming.
- Working collaboratively with the Director of the JCSSA to develop appropriate case loads for advisors.
- Assess progress to degree concerns and issues alongside the Director to identify necessary interventions and develop plans and programming to address those needs.
- Coordinate student retention efforts for the RCOE through the James Center for Student Success and Advising.
- Develop programming that supports the retention of underrepresented populations in accordance with the college and university goals towards equity and inclusion.
- Collaborate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., RCOE faculty and staff, other Appalachian State University academic departments, the Director of the Public School Partnership, public school districts, etc.) to create, coordinate, and communicate meaningful professional development to Appalachian State University pre-service educators.
- Collaborate with the Director of the Public School Partnership to work with P-12 teachers (in-service educators) and other stakeholders in the field, including travel to schools and other community sites as needed to provide professional development opportunities.
- Collaborate with Alumni Affairs to engage Appalachian State University alumni in pre-service teacher professional development efforts (e.g., facilitating workshops, participating in networking sessions, etc).
- Collaborate with the James Center for Student Success and Advising’s Assistant Director for Student Engagement to support retention, persistence, and completion for student groups’ programming in the Appalachian Community of Education Scholars (ACES) cohorts, to include participation in ACES activities and special events as needed.
- Coordinate pre-service teachers’ planning and preparation to meet licensure requirements (e.g., required testing for admission to teacher education and licensure).
- Serve on the JCSSA Leadership Team in order to collaborate with and provide feedback and guidance to the Director.
- Engage in assessment and continuous improvement of all academic advising and retention efforts, including as necessary through collaboration with the Director of Assessment and Accreditation.
- Collaborate with the Associate Director of Admissions for Teacher Education Recruitment to plan and host on-campus recruitment events.
- Serve as a liaison to the Undergraduate Program Directors Committee and the Professional Education Council in order to promote and seek feedback on the work of the James Center for Student Success and Advising.
- Fulfill other relevant duties as necessary and assigned.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; nights and weekends when necessary.
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
$45,000 - $50,000
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
12/12/2022
Closing Date
01/08/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Evaluation of Applications Begins
01/09/2023
Proposed Date of Hire
02/01/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:
- Cover Letter addressing how the candidate meets the minimum and/or preferred qualifications for the position.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
- One-page philosophy of advising (attach under Miscellaneous).
- Diversity Statement: Please review the Appalachian State University Diversity and Inclusion and the RCOE Inclusive Excellence webpages and provide a statement regarding your commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and how you might prioritize this in your work as the Assistant Director for Recruitment and Retention in the James Center for Student Success and Advising.
- List of three professional references with contact information.
Search Chair Name
Adam Warren
Search Chair Email
warrenap@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at
issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/37640
Posting Number
201501068P
colinoncars.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, colinoncars.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, colinoncars.com is the ideal place to find your next job.