Salary Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences , Cox School of Business , Lyle School of Engineering , Meadows School of the Arts , Simmons School of Education and Human Development , Dedman School of Law , Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies .
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Department:
The Hegi Family Career Development Center equips students and alumni to cultivate meaningful lives through career development, continuous learning, and professional growth. We provide relevant experiential learning opportunities for students to gain tangible skills that position them for professional success. Through these experiences, we empower students and alumni to find their passion and to navigate careers for a lifetime . The Hegi Family Career Development Center is committed to providing a positive and inclusive experience for our employer partners. Our team is proud to connect employers with a talented, well-prepared population of SMU students who are ready and eager to apply their skills and knowledge to positively impact their company or organization.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Assistant Director assists with the College's on-campus and off-campus recruiting activities for students. This entails working closely with employer representatives, alumni and parents, as well as the other staff within the Career Center. The primary objectives are to optimize the employer and student experience with the recruitment-related systems activities of the Center, maintain employer relationships, and conduct outreach to new employers. Additionally, the Assistant Director is responsible for coordinating large scale events and programs while serving as liaison to associated industries and academic colleges on campus.
Essential Functions:
Uses a variety of professional strategies to increase employment opportunities for SMU students and recent alumni. Assists in developing and administering outreach programs to faculty and employers to connect students with internships, full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Researches and communicates employment and job trends to all relevant stakeholders.
Responsible for administrative event coordination and management for assigned Hegi student experiences or programs.
Serves as liaison and point of contact for assigned employer relations industries and academic colleges involving communications with employers regarding recruitment and sponsorship activities. Establishes relationships with employers, community members, and on-campus partners to create and enhance student, alumni, and employer programs and experiences.
Assists in planning and coordinating large-scale career events such as the All Majors Career & Internship Fair, Site Visits, Info Sessions, Professional Development Sessions, etc. Presents workshops on various career development topics, including formal job search strategies, interview techniques, networking, negotiating, etc.
Helps manage 12twenty, the internship and job database. Assists the Associate Director in developing routine data reports with regards to employer recruiting activity and post-graduate student placement data.
Responsible for assessment for assigned employer/student programming and ERT Division assessment reporting.
Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the Department, Division, and University Strategic Plan.
Occasional evening hours may be required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Master's degree is required. A degree in student affairs, human resource management, business, communications or related field is preferred.
A minimum of three (3) years experience in career center, business/corporate, employer relations, marketing/external relations, university advancement/development/alumni relations, student activities, or leadership programs in a college setting including event management experience is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Candidate ability to oversee multiple tasks with attention to detail is preferred. A motivated/enthusiastic work style with strong work ethic and initiative is a plus.
Candidate must possess high-level interpersonal and networking skills as well as a professional demeanor that thrives in an intense, deadline-filled environment, where multi-tasking and the ability to remain organized despite frequent interruptions is essential.
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and database programs (e.g. Handshake, 12twenty, etc.).
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Handle objects (dexterity)
Stand
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by September 30, 2025.
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
Full Time Regular
Salary Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences , Cox School of Business , Lyle School of Engineering , Meadows School of the Arts , Simmons School of Education and Human Development , Dedman School of Law , Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies .
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Department:
The Hegi Family Career Development Center equips students and alumni to cultivate meaningful lives through career development, continuous learning, and professional growth. We provide relevant experiential learning opportunities for students to gain tangible skills that position them for professional success. Through these experiences, we empower students and alumni to find their passion and to navigate careers for a lifetime . The Hegi Family Career Development Center is committed to providing a positive and inclusive experience for our employer partners. Our team is proud to connect employers with a talented, well-prepared population of SMU students who are ready and eager to apply their skills and knowledge to positively impact their company or organization.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Assistant Director assists with the College's on-campus and off-campus recruiting activities for students. This entails working closely with employer representatives, alumni and parents, as well as the other staff within the Career Center. The primary objectives are to optimize the employer and student experience with the recruitment-related systems activities of the Center, maintain employer relationships, and conduct outreach to new employers. Additionally, the Assistant Director is responsible for coordinating large scale events and programs while serving as liaison to associated industries and academic colleges on campus.
Essential Functions:
Uses a variety of professional strategies to increase employment opportunities for SMU students and recent alumni. Assists in developing and administering outreach programs to faculty and employers to connect students with internships, full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Researches and communicates employment and job trends to all relevant stakeholders.
Responsible for administrative event coordination and management for assigned Hegi student experiences or programs.
Serves as liaison and point of contact for assigned employer relations industries and academic colleges involving communications with employers regarding recruitment and sponsorship activities. Establishes relationships with employers, community members, and on-campus partners to create and enhance student, alumni, and employer programs and experiences.
Assists in planning and coordinating large-scale career events such as the All Majors Career & Internship Fair, Site Visits, Info Sessions, Professional Development Sessions, etc. Presents workshops on various career development topics, including formal job search strategies, interview techniques, networking, negotiating, etc.
Helps manage 12twenty, the internship and job database. Assists the Associate Director in developing routine data reports with regards to employer recruiting activity and post-graduate student placement data.
Responsible for assessment for assigned employer/student programming and ERT Division assessment reporting.
Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the Department, Division, and University Strategic Plan.
Occasional evening hours may be required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Master's degree is required. A degree in student affairs, human resource management, business, communications or related field is preferred.
A minimum of three (3) years experience in career center, business/corporate, employer relations, marketing/external relations, university advancement/development/alumni relations, student activities, or leadership programs in a college setting including event management experience is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Candidate ability to oversee multiple tasks with attention to detail is preferred. A motivated/enthusiastic work style with strong work ethic and initiative is a plus.
Candidate must possess high-level interpersonal and networking skills as well as a professional demeanor that thrives in an intense, deadline-filled environment, where multi-tasking and the ability to remain organized despite frequent interruptions is essential.
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and database programs (e.g. Handshake, 12twenty, etc.).
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Handle objects (dexterity)
Stand
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by September 30, 2025.
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington, DC 20566, USA
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Public Relations, Institution is responsible for maintaining and positively positioning the public image of the Kennedy Center through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content and storytelling, and by influencing a range of platforms including the Center’s social media and website. The Director will manage the day-to-day media operations of a fast-paced PR office, directing artistic and program announcements, leveraging publicity opportunities, driving media cultivation, and determining positioning of institutional news and issues. The Director will supervise a team of direct reports and be responsible for executing strategic communications campaigns from start to finish for all Institutional public relations programs and events. The Center’s two main broadcast and fundraising events are Kennedy Center Honors (annually in December) and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (annually in the spring); duties include working collaboratively with internal departments and serving as the chief liaison with Honorees and their support teams, managers, and publicists, broadcasters, as well as securing and managing broad national coverage for both events. In addition to this seasonal work, this position serves as the primary strategist and publicist for other institutional projects that fall outside of the core programmatic areas and will further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States, to include: international festivals, the new, permanent Art and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy exhibit, special “one-off” institutional events and partnerships, ongoing publicity for Center leadership and key programmers, support of fundraising events that require visibility, as well as ongoing activity at the REACH, the Kennedy Center’s new annex which opened in 2019. This position will also focus on public relations for America250 programming and events. By building productive relationships with media, artistic partners and outside companies, publicists/managers, and internal staff, this individual will generate significant and high-impact coverage of a large portion of the more than 2,000 performances and events held at the Center each year. Reporting to the VP of Public Relations, this position will also work closely and proactively with them and other senior/executive leadership, providing strategic input and guidance as it relates to all variety of communications, including crisis communications. This position regularly collaborates with external artistic partners, vendors, and publicists/managers to coordinate publicity efforts. Special projects will vary and evolve from season to season. This role will provide additional media outreach and support as needed for other major events and happenings, artistic or otherwise, to ensure a high level of public awareness and achievement of the institution’s earned and contributed goals. Key Responsibilities Publicity, Media Relations, & Strategy: Devise and implement short and long-term media relations and communications strategies for the programmatic areas listed above. Help to craft and deliver messages that leverage the unparalleled breadth and vibrancy of the performing arts offerings at the Kennedy Center, and positions the Center as an enterprising arts leader across America and the world. Further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States and seek new audiences and news outlets to engage with and cover some of our highest profile events and activity. Assign, write, review and edit press releases and media communications that reflect the Center’s overarching artistic vision and mission. Lead ongoing publicity efforts to promote the new JFK (Art and Ideals) Exhibit, the REACH, major international festivals, visual art exhibits, and generally position the Kennedy Center as a national and international destination through travel and tourism media exposure and the full range of communication channels. Media Affairs: Develop relationships with a key target list of industry press contacts and continue building an open line of communication to develop positive narratives from the media about the Kennedy Center and its programming. Proactive outreach daily to ensure there is a consistent drumbeat in the public about the works being done here. Draft and edit media pitch and other outreach necessary for a constant presence in the press. Internal Coordination: Work proactively and initiate/attend regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders pertaining to Kennedy Center Honors, Mark Twain Prize, festivals, special events, and partnerships. Develop and execute strong messaging and manage flow and distribution of information. Use public relations expertise to problem-solve and contribute creative ideas that will generate buzz, reach a broad range of media beyond arts and culture reporters and cultivate new audiences. Logistics: Oversee publicity and complex logistical operations for the Center’s two marquee events, Kennedy Center Honors and Mark Twain Prize, and other special events. Duties include managing red carpet events and large press pools, leading the public relations team, and working closely with Honors production teams, Development, Special Events, Government Affairs, awardees and their teams, and broadcast networks to ensure day-of events run smoothly and yield significant press coverage. Management of staff: Provide leadership and guidance to deputy director and associate director in their work towards meeting job objectives and goals. Work with direct reports on long-range PR planning and short and long-term campaigns and direct efforts to achieve maximum publicity for Kennedy Center events, artists, and stories. Content Generation/Production: Work closely with social media team, sharing earned media as suggested content for organic social media posts consistent with strategic communications goals. Advise on the voice, messaging, and branding of the social media accounts. Finance/Budget: Oversee and manage budget for PR-related expenditures (i.e. photography, media event costs) for non-classical programming throughout the year. Routinely track invoices and expenses and ensure timely payment for vendors. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Minimum of seven years of public relations and/or corporate communications experience with demonstrated success at managing complex issues in a fast-paced environment. College degree required; public relations or communications degree a plus. Relationships with key journalists and media outlets highly valued for this position (arts beat and editorial leadership relationships, but also general/mainstream reporters). Excellent interpersonal skills; outstanding writing and editing skills. Personal characteristics of poise, calm, and composure in stressful, crisis communications situations. Candidates with appreciation and expansive knowledge of the performing arts are preferred but not required. Demonstrated supervisory skills, and a capacity to build strong teams. Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to requests from journalists/editors, photo desks, as well as internal departments and artistic/executive leadership. Experience managing complex special events and/or award programs is strongly preferred. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Night and weekend work as required by performance schedules. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. This position infrequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds. PR staff at the Kennedy Center share the responsibilities of concert duty, amounting to 1-2 performances weekly on average for most positions. Travel of up to 5% may be required.
Full-time
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Public Relations, Institution is responsible for maintaining and positively positioning the public image of the Kennedy Center through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content and storytelling, and by influencing a range of platforms including the Center’s social media and website. The Director will manage the day-to-day media operations of a fast-paced PR office, directing artistic and program announcements, leveraging publicity opportunities, driving media cultivation, and determining positioning of institutional news and issues. The Director will supervise a team of direct reports and be responsible for executing strategic communications campaigns from start to finish for all Institutional public relations programs and events. The Center’s two main broadcast and fundraising events are Kennedy Center Honors (annually in December) and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (annually in the spring); duties include working collaboratively with internal departments and serving as the chief liaison with Honorees and their support teams, managers, and publicists, broadcasters, as well as securing and managing broad national coverage for both events. In addition to this seasonal work, this position serves as the primary strategist and publicist for other institutional projects that fall outside of the core programmatic areas and will further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States, to include: international festivals, the new, permanent Art and Ideals: President John F. Kennedy exhibit, special “one-off” institutional events and partnerships, ongoing publicity for Center leadership and key programmers, support of fundraising events that require visibility, as well as ongoing activity at the REACH, the Kennedy Center’s new annex which opened in 2019. This position will also focus on public relations for America250 programming and events. By building productive relationships with media, artistic partners and outside companies, publicists/managers, and internal staff, this individual will generate significant and high-impact coverage of a large portion of the more than 2,000 performances and events held at the Center each year. Reporting to the VP of Public Relations, this position will also work closely and proactively with them and other senior/executive leadership, providing strategic input and guidance as it relates to all variety of communications, including crisis communications. This position regularly collaborates with external artistic partners, vendors, and publicists/managers to coordinate publicity efforts. Special projects will vary and evolve from season to season. This role will provide additional media outreach and support as needed for other major events and happenings, artistic or otherwise, to ensure a high level of public awareness and achievement of the institution’s earned and contributed goals. Key Responsibilities Publicity, Media Relations, & Strategy: Devise and implement short and long-term media relations and communications strategies for the programmatic areas listed above. Help to craft and deliver messages that leverage the unparalleled breadth and vibrancy of the performing arts offerings at the Kennedy Center, and positions the Center as an enterprising arts leader across America and the world. Further promote the Center as an important landmark and destination in the United States and seek new audiences and news outlets to engage with and cover some of our highest profile events and activity. Assign, write, review and edit press releases and media communications that reflect the Center’s overarching artistic vision and mission. Lead ongoing publicity efforts to promote the new JFK (Art and Ideals) Exhibit, the REACH, major international festivals, visual art exhibits, and generally position the Kennedy Center as a national and international destination through travel and tourism media exposure and the full range of communication channels. Media Affairs: Develop relationships with a key target list of industry press contacts and continue building an open line of communication to develop positive narratives from the media about the Kennedy Center and its programming. Proactive outreach daily to ensure there is a consistent drumbeat in the public about the works being done here. Draft and edit media pitch and other outreach necessary for a constant presence in the press. Internal Coordination: Work proactively and initiate/attend regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders pertaining to Kennedy Center Honors, Mark Twain Prize, festivals, special events, and partnerships. Develop and execute strong messaging and manage flow and distribution of information. Use public relations expertise to problem-solve and contribute creative ideas that will generate buzz, reach a broad range of media beyond arts and culture reporters and cultivate new audiences. Logistics: Oversee publicity and complex logistical operations for the Center’s two marquee events, Kennedy Center Honors and Mark Twain Prize, and other special events. Duties include managing red carpet events and large press pools, leading the public relations team, and working closely with Honors production teams, Development, Special Events, Government Affairs, awardees and their teams, and broadcast networks to ensure day-of events run smoothly and yield significant press coverage. Management of staff: Provide leadership and guidance to deputy director and associate director in their work towards meeting job objectives and goals. Work with direct reports on long-range PR planning and short and long-term campaigns and direct efforts to achieve maximum publicity for Kennedy Center events, artists, and stories. Content Generation/Production: Work closely with social media team, sharing earned media as suggested content for organic social media posts consistent with strategic communications goals. Advise on the voice, messaging, and branding of the social media accounts. Finance/Budget: Oversee and manage budget for PR-related expenditures (i.e. photography, media event costs) for non-classical programming throughout the year. Routinely track invoices and expenses and ensure timely payment for vendors. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Minimum of seven years of public relations and/or corporate communications experience with demonstrated success at managing complex issues in a fast-paced environment. College degree required; public relations or communications degree a plus. Relationships with key journalists and media outlets highly valued for this position (arts beat and editorial leadership relationships, but also general/mainstream reporters). Excellent interpersonal skills; outstanding writing and editing skills. Personal characteristics of poise, calm, and composure in stressful, crisis communications situations. Candidates with appreciation and expansive knowledge of the performing arts are preferred but not required. Demonstrated supervisory skills, and a capacity to build strong teams. Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to requests from journalists/editors, photo desks, as well as internal departments and artistic/executive leadership. Experience managing complex special events and/or award programs is strongly preferred. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Night and weekend work as required by performance schedules. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. This position infrequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds. PR staff at the Kennedy Center share the responsibilities of concert duty, amounting to 1-2 performances weekly on average for most positions. Travel of up to 5% may be required.
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington, DC 20566, USA
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Public Relations (Classical) is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the awareness, public image, and reputation of the Kennedy Center and its two resident artistic affiliates—the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO), helmed by Music Director Gianandrea Noseda and Executive Director Jean Davidson, and Washington National Opera (WNO), led by Artistic Director Francesca Zambello and General Director Timothy O’Leary—alongside distinctive music series including the Fortas Chamber Music Series (Artistic Director Jennifer Koh). The Director’s primary focus is to support the artistic vision of the above by helping to craft key messages and storylines, actively pursuing and delivering coverage and visibility through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content and storytelling, and by influencing a range of platforms including the Center’s social media and website. By deepening existing relationships with arts journalists and developing new connections to entice new writers, editors, and producers to cover the NSO and WNO, The Director will expand feature coverage nationally and globally. In an increasingly changing media landscape, the public relations team seeks to leverage new opportunities through multiple, non-traditional media channels and creatively spur interest among new, diverse audiences in symphonic, operatic, and chamber music repertoire and experiences. This role will also work in close coordination with the Center’s marketing department to execute strategies that support seasonal marketing and on-sale initiatives to build audiences and achieve earned revenue goals. The Director is a frontline representative of the Public Relations team and will help to manage the day-to-day strategy and media operations of a fast-paced PR office, directing artistic and program announcements, leveraging publicity opportunities, driving media cultivation, and determining positioning of institutional news and issues related to the full range of its classical music activities and related music education and community engagement projects. Reporting to the VP of Public Relations, this position will also work closely and proactively with them and other senior/executive leadership, providing strategic input and guidance as it relates to all variety of communications, including crisis communications. This position regularly collaborates with external artistic partners, vendors, and publicists/managers to coordinate publicity efforts. The Director will supervise a team of two direct reports: Deputy Director and Associate Director. Additionally, as part of the execution of strategic communications campaigns throughout the season for the NSO and WNO, this role will craft and lead internal communications to ensure broad awareness and alignment throughout the NSO, WNO, and the Center and among its key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Publicity & Media Relations: Design and implement comprehensive public relations strategies that support and leverage the unparalleled breadth, vibrancy and excellence of the classical music offerings at the Kennedy Center. Help to craft and deliver a message that consistently positions the Center and its affiliates (NSO and WNO) as enterprising arts leaders across America and internationally. Assign, write, review, and edit press releases and media communications that reflect the artistic vision and mission of the Center and its artistic affiliates. Primary areas of discipline and focus: National Symphony Orchestra (classical, Pops, education and outreach programs), Washington National Opera (WNO, Cafritz Young Artists, education and outreach programs), Fortas Chamber Music Series, and Renee Fleming VOICES. Media Affairs: Develop relationships with a key target list of industry press contacts and continue building an open line of communication to develop positive narratives from the media about the Kennedy Center and it’s programming. Proactive outreach daily to ensure there is a consistent drumbeat in the public about the works being done here. Draft and edit media pitch and other outreach necessary for a constant presence in the press. Internal Coordination: Work proactively and initiate/attend regular meetings with senior and artistic leadership, directors, and managers cross-institutionally to develop and execute strong messaging and manage flow and distribution of information. Use public relations expertise to contribute creative ideas that will generate buzz, reach a broad range of media (beyond arts and culture reporters), and cultivate new audiences for classical music. Management of staff: Provide leadership and guidance to deputy director and associate director in their work towards meeting job objectives and goals. Work with direct reports on long-range PR planning and short and long-term campaigns and direct efforts to achieve maximum publicity for Kennedy Center events, artists, and stories. Special Events: As a senior member of the Kennedy Center Public Relations Office, assist and support team for the Center’s marquee award events including the Kennedy Center Honors (December), the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (Spring), and other Center-wide special events including major international festivals and other initiatives to generate a higher profile of the Kennedy Center locally, nationally, and internationally. Content Generation/Production: Work closely with social media team, sharing earned media as suggested content for organic social media posts consistent with strategic communications goals. Advise on the voice, messaging, and branding of the NSO and WNO’s social media accounts. Finance/Budget: Oversee and manage budget for PR-related expenditures (i.e. photography, media event costs) for NSO and WNO throughout the year. Work with Classical PR Coordinator to routinely track invoices and expenses and ensure timely payment for vendors. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Minimum of 8 years of strategic public relations management experience, and a least three years in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrated publicity results on a national level and proven success at managing complex issues in a fast-paced environment. Established and constructive relationships with key journalists and national media outlets highly valued for this position (arts beat and editorial leadership relationships, but also general features/mainstream reporters). Bachelor’s degree required; public relations or communications degree a plus. Candidates with appreciation and expansive knowledge of classical music and the performing arts are preferred but not required. Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally, graciously, and maturely with media, artists, managers/publicists, outside consultants, vendors, trustees, and a variety of other internal and external constituents. High-level strategic communication skills and ability to successfully execute high-profile PR campaigns that raise awareness, appreciation, and profile. Outstanding writing and editing skills Personal characteristics of poise, calm, and composure in stressful, crisis communications situations. Demonstrated supervisory skills and a capacity to build strong teams. Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to requests from journalists/editors, photo desks, as well as internal departments and artistic/executive leadership. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Night and weekend work as required by performance schedules. PR staff at the Kennedy Center share the responsibilities of concert duty, amounting to 1-2 performances weekly on average for most positions. Travel of up to 5% may be required.
Full-time
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Public Relations (Classical) is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the awareness, public image, and reputation of the Kennedy Center and its two resident artistic affiliates—the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO), helmed by Music Director Gianandrea Noseda and Executive Director Jean Davidson, and Washington National Opera (WNO), led by Artistic Director Francesca Zambello and General Director Timothy O’Leary—alongside distinctive music series including the Fortas Chamber Music Series (Artistic Director Jennifer Koh). The Director’s primary focus is to support the artistic vision of the above by helping to craft key messages and storylines, actively pursuing and delivering coverage and visibility through local, national, and international media placements, new media, self-generated content and storytelling, and by influencing a range of platforms including the Center’s social media and website. By deepening existing relationships with arts journalists and developing new connections to entice new writers, editors, and producers to cover the NSO and WNO, The Director will expand feature coverage nationally and globally. In an increasingly changing media landscape, the public relations team seeks to leverage new opportunities through multiple, non-traditional media channels and creatively spur interest among new, diverse audiences in symphonic, operatic, and chamber music repertoire and experiences. This role will also work in close coordination with the Center’s marketing department to execute strategies that support seasonal marketing and on-sale initiatives to build audiences and achieve earned revenue goals. The Director is a frontline representative of the Public Relations team and will help to manage the day-to-day strategy and media operations of a fast-paced PR office, directing artistic and program announcements, leveraging publicity opportunities, driving media cultivation, and determining positioning of institutional news and issues related to the full range of its classical music activities and related music education and community engagement projects. Reporting to the VP of Public Relations, this position will also work closely and proactively with them and other senior/executive leadership, providing strategic input and guidance as it relates to all variety of communications, including crisis communications. This position regularly collaborates with external artistic partners, vendors, and publicists/managers to coordinate publicity efforts. The Director will supervise a team of two direct reports: Deputy Director and Associate Director. Additionally, as part of the execution of strategic communications campaigns throughout the season for the NSO and WNO, this role will craft and lead internal communications to ensure broad awareness and alignment throughout the NSO, WNO, and the Center and among its key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Publicity & Media Relations: Design and implement comprehensive public relations strategies that support and leverage the unparalleled breadth, vibrancy and excellence of the classical music offerings at the Kennedy Center. Help to craft and deliver a message that consistently positions the Center and its affiliates (NSO and WNO) as enterprising arts leaders across America and internationally. Assign, write, review, and edit press releases and media communications that reflect the artistic vision and mission of the Center and its artistic affiliates. Primary areas of discipline and focus: National Symphony Orchestra (classical, Pops, education and outreach programs), Washington National Opera (WNO, Cafritz Young Artists, education and outreach programs), Fortas Chamber Music Series, and Renee Fleming VOICES. Media Affairs: Develop relationships with a key target list of industry press contacts and continue building an open line of communication to develop positive narratives from the media about the Kennedy Center and it’s programming. Proactive outreach daily to ensure there is a consistent drumbeat in the public about the works being done here. Draft and edit media pitch and other outreach necessary for a constant presence in the press. Internal Coordination: Work proactively and initiate/attend regular meetings with senior and artistic leadership, directors, and managers cross-institutionally to develop and execute strong messaging and manage flow and distribution of information. Use public relations expertise to contribute creative ideas that will generate buzz, reach a broad range of media (beyond arts and culture reporters), and cultivate new audiences for classical music. Management of staff: Provide leadership and guidance to deputy director and associate director in their work towards meeting job objectives and goals. Work with direct reports on long-range PR planning and short and long-term campaigns and direct efforts to achieve maximum publicity for Kennedy Center events, artists, and stories. Special Events: As a senior member of the Kennedy Center Public Relations Office, assist and support team for the Center’s marquee award events including the Kennedy Center Honors (December), the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (Spring), and other Center-wide special events including major international festivals and other initiatives to generate a higher profile of the Kennedy Center locally, nationally, and internationally. Content Generation/Production: Work closely with social media team, sharing earned media as suggested content for organic social media posts consistent with strategic communications goals. Advise on the voice, messaging, and branding of the NSO and WNO’s social media accounts. Finance/Budget: Oversee and manage budget for PR-related expenditures (i.e. photography, media event costs) for NSO and WNO throughout the year. Work with Classical PR Coordinator to routinely track invoices and expenses and ensure timely payment for vendors. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications Minimum of 8 years of strategic public relations management experience, and a least three years in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrated publicity results on a national level and proven success at managing complex issues in a fast-paced environment. Established and constructive relationships with key journalists and national media outlets highly valued for this position (arts beat and editorial leadership relationships, but also general features/mainstream reporters). Bachelor’s degree required; public relations or communications degree a plus. Candidates with appreciation and expansive knowledge of classical music and the performing arts are preferred but not required. Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally, graciously, and maturely with media, artists, managers/publicists, outside consultants, vendors, trustees, and a variety of other internal and external constituents. High-level strategic communication skills and ability to successfully execute high-profile PR campaigns that raise awareness, appreciation, and profile. Outstanding writing and editing skills Personal characteristics of poise, calm, and composure in stressful, crisis communications situations. Demonstrated supervisory skills and a capacity to build strong teams. Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to requests from journalists/editors, photo desks, as well as internal departments and artistic/executive leadership. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Night and weekend work as required by performance schedules. PR staff at the Kennedy Center share the responsibilities of concert duty, amounting to 1-2 performances weekly on average for most positions. Travel of up to 5% may be required.
Assistant Dean of Students, Case Manager
SUNY Oswego's Office of the Dean of Students (ODS) champions the student experience, ensures student success, and offers dynamic student engagement opportunities that ensure an inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environment for all students. Our team advocates for students as they navigate personal and educational challenges and responds to the emerging needs of our diverse students. The ODS supports a holistic network of care and cultivates collaborative partnerships to forward campus-wide efforts that integrate academic and student life; seeks to ensure that sufficient support networks for all students exist; engage with students in their campus communities; and support the implementation of a campus-wide focus on well-being.
The Office of the Dean of Students at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full time Assistant Dean of Students - Case Manager.
Posting Date: January 28, 2025
Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: https://www.suny.edu/hr/compensation/salary/ $60,000 (SL-3) commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.
Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. This is a United University Professions (UUP) position. https://www.suny.edu/benefits/ for more information on benefits for full-time United University Professions (UUP) professional staff.
Date of Appointment: As soon as possible
Description of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students Case Manager serves as a resource, advocate, and liaison for a diverse population of students and works with a wide variety of student issues. This position provides case management for all students including undergraduate, graduate, online and Syracuse Campus students experiencing significant difficulties that impact their ability to successfully function at the University. This individual assists students in navigating campus and community services; plans and provides a variety of interventions, referrals, and follow-up services; serves as a resource to University colleagues; and helps to provide quality integrated support for students.
The Assistant Dean of Students Case Manager plays an integral role in promoting an increase in learning, persistence, and graduation by holistically addressing students' college experiences. As such, this person provides individualized outreach to students based on identified risk factors including academic, financial, and social and assists them in developing realistic goals that will contribute to academic and personal success in college. This individual builds and maintains professional relationships with students that foster developmental conversations, performs proactive and reactive communication, and motivates students to achieve educational and personal goals. The case manager will actively engage with and assist key faculty and administrators across divisions to connect students to relevant university resources, and coordinate with those offices to advocate on the student's behalf, when necessary. This position coordinates care, interventions, and social support with appropriate referrals and follow-up services within a broad network of campus and community resources. In collaboration with Student Affairs and other campus staff, this position provides a safe, welcoming, accessible, and affirming environment for all SUNY Oswego students.
Key duties and responsibilities:
• Provide case management functions within the Office of the Dean of Students that respond to the needs of students encountering disruptions due to personal or academic challenges, including medical leave of absence, general leaves and withdrawals, injury or illness, student emergency fund applications, child care needs and housing insecurity/homelessness. • Assist students in resolution of urgent and non-urgent needs. Make contact with appropriate resources to connect students to services/departments. Provide follow up as needed. Manage documentation of interventions and support provided. • Assist in meeting with students and distributing emergency funds to students experiencing financial emergency. • In role as the Homeless Liaison for the campus, serve as a touch point for students who are unhoused or experiencing housing insecurity, connect them with available resources, and follow them to ensure they are on track with their academics. • Assess and identify issues and barriers individuals who are unhoused are encountering and advocate for resources, policies and procedures that support unhoused students including partnering with local organizations, accessing on-campus services and finding external resources. • Institute best practices to identify students experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness and ensure that they have information about financial aid, support services, health services, housing resources offered by the college and external housing, and other community-based resources, including public benefits. • Ensure homeless students are aware of their rights and protections, including eligibility as independent students for financial aid. • Liaise with K-12 McKinney-Vento liaisons to identify incoming students who are experiencing or have experienced homelessness, and assist with a successful transition to higher education. • Support departmental assessment and planning and use assessment data to inform programs, practice and protocols, for continuous improvement. • Report requested data regarding de-identified information about homelessness and housing insecurity. • Supervise Graduate Assistant and/or undergraduate students to engage them in work related to outreach, assessment, supportive education and services. • Provide referrals and maintain an accurate directory of campus and community resources available to students (including Oz Concern Navigator). Review resources on a regular basis and revise or enhance information provided. • Build and maintain positive collaborative relationships with University staff and outside agencies to provide care coordination and support through advocacy and referrals. Serve as liaison and consultant to faculty, staff, and students as it relates to supporting the diverse needs of student wellbeing through a diversity and inclusion framework that ensures equity and access for all students, especially marginalized groups of students. • Outreach to campus through orientations, departmental meetings, student organizations, etc. to inform members of the campus community on how to identify students who might be struggling with housing insecurity and connect them to the homeless liaison, interventions and referral processes. • Support the campus food, clothing and toiletry pantry, SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) and participate in the SHOP Advisory Board. • Interpret University policy regarding students and make recommendations when policy changes are needed. • Collaborate within the Division and in conjunction with campus partners to develop programming and services to respond to the needs of all student populations and support an inclusive and welcoming university community. • Participate in professional development opportunities. • Participate in Departmental, Divisional and Institutional committee work as assigned.
SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/ As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.
Job Requirements: Required Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in education, counseling, social work, public health, or a related field. • 3 years of experience in Higher Education or related field. • Demonstrated commitment to serving students through care and compassion to support student success. • Demonstrated ability to work with persons of diverse social, cultural, economic, and international backgrounds in support of student services, wellbeing and learning. • Capacity to multitask and prioritize tasks to accommodate the immediate needs of the student. Ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders from students to campus leaders in the support, promotion, and advocacy of student wellbeing. • Must have the ability to troubleshoot and exercise sound judgment and confidentiality; interact professionally with others using tact and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Two or more years of full-time case management experience in a higher education setting, including direct service to students. • Progressive leadership experience including supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. Experience overseeing programs and services designed to support unhoused or housing insecure students.
At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY Oswego's https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/
As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)
Additional Information: Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy to see our full non-discrimination policy.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing mailto:hr@oswego.edu.
For Campus Safety information, please https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).
SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco_smoke_free_policy_final.pdf for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at mailto:info@oer.ny.gov.
Search Chair:
Corie Kohlbach, Search Chair at http://corie.kohlbach@oswego.edu
Visa sponsorship not available for this position
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5961210
Full Time
Assistant Dean of Students, Case Manager
SUNY Oswego's Office of the Dean of Students (ODS) champions the student experience, ensures student success, and offers dynamic student engagement opportunities that ensure an inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environment for all students. Our team advocates for students as they navigate personal and educational challenges and responds to the emerging needs of our diverse students. The ODS supports a holistic network of care and cultivates collaborative partnerships to forward campus-wide efforts that integrate academic and student life; seeks to ensure that sufficient support networks for all students exist; engage with students in their campus communities; and support the implementation of a campus-wide focus on well-being.
The Office of the Dean of Students at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full time Assistant Dean of Students - Case Manager.
Posting Date: January 28, 2025
Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: https://www.suny.edu/hr/compensation/salary/ $60,000 (SL-3) commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.
Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. This is a United University Professions (UUP) position. https://www.suny.edu/benefits/ for more information on benefits for full-time United University Professions (UUP) professional staff.
Date of Appointment: As soon as possible
Description of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students Case Manager serves as a resource, advocate, and liaison for a diverse population of students and works with a wide variety of student issues. This position provides case management for all students including undergraduate, graduate, online and Syracuse Campus students experiencing significant difficulties that impact their ability to successfully function at the University. This individual assists students in navigating campus and community services; plans and provides a variety of interventions, referrals, and follow-up services; serves as a resource to University colleagues; and helps to provide quality integrated support for students.
The Assistant Dean of Students Case Manager plays an integral role in promoting an increase in learning, persistence, and graduation by holistically addressing students' college experiences. As such, this person provides individualized outreach to students based on identified risk factors including academic, financial, and social and assists them in developing realistic goals that will contribute to academic and personal success in college. This individual builds and maintains professional relationships with students that foster developmental conversations, performs proactive and reactive communication, and motivates students to achieve educational and personal goals. The case manager will actively engage with and assist key faculty and administrators across divisions to connect students to relevant university resources, and coordinate with those offices to advocate on the student's behalf, when necessary. This position coordinates care, interventions, and social support with appropriate referrals and follow-up services within a broad network of campus and community resources. In collaboration with Student Affairs and other campus staff, this position provides a safe, welcoming, accessible, and affirming environment for all SUNY Oswego students.
Key duties and responsibilities:
• Provide case management functions within the Office of the Dean of Students that respond to the needs of students encountering disruptions due to personal or academic challenges, including medical leave of absence, general leaves and withdrawals, injury or illness, student emergency fund applications, child care needs and housing insecurity/homelessness. • Assist students in resolution of urgent and non-urgent needs. Make contact with appropriate resources to connect students to services/departments. Provide follow up as needed. Manage documentation of interventions and support provided. • Assist in meeting with students and distributing emergency funds to students experiencing financial emergency. • In role as the Homeless Liaison for the campus, serve as a touch point for students who are unhoused or experiencing housing insecurity, connect them with available resources, and follow them to ensure they are on track with their academics. • Assess and identify issues and barriers individuals who are unhoused are encountering and advocate for resources, policies and procedures that support unhoused students including partnering with local organizations, accessing on-campus services and finding external resources. • Institute best practices to identify students experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness and ensure that they have information about financial aid, support services, health services, housing resources offered by the college and external housing, and other community-based resources, including public benefits. • Ensure homeless students are aware of their rights and protections, including eligibility as independent students for financial aid. • Liaise with K-12 McKinney-Vento liaisons to identify incoming students who are experiencing or have experienced homelessness, and assist with a successful transition to higher education. • Support departmental assessment and planning and use assessment data to inform programs, practice and protocols, for continuous improvement. • Report requested data regarding de-identified information about homelessness and housing insecurity. • Supervise Graduate Assistant and/or undergraduate students to engage them in work related to outreach, assessment, supportive education and services. • Provide referrals and maintain an accurate directory of campus and community resources available to students (including Oz Concern Navigator). Review resources on a regular basis and revise or enhance information provided. • Build and maintain positive collaborative relationships with University staff and outside agencies to provide care coordination and support through advocacy and referrals. Serve as liaison and consultant to faculty, staff, and students as it relates to supporting the diverse needs of student wellbeing through a diversity and inclusion framework that ensures equity and access for all students, especially marginalized groups of students. • Outreach to campus through orientations, departmental meetings, student organizations, etc. to inform members of the campus community on how to identify students who might be struggling with housing insecurity and connect them to the homeless liaison, interventions and referral processes. • Support the campus food, clothing and toiletry pantry, SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) and participate in the SHOP Advisory Board. • Interpret University policy regarding students and make recommendations when policy changes are needed. • Collaborate within the Division and in conjunction with campus partners to develop programming and services to respond to the needs of all student populations and support an inclusive and welcoming university community. • Participate in professional development opportunities. • Participate in Departmental, Divisional and Institutional committee work as assigned.
SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/ As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.
Job Requirements: Required Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in education, counseling, social work, public health, or a related field. • 3 years of experience in Higher Education or related field. • Demonstrated commitment to serving students through care and compassion to support student success. • Demonstrated ability to work with persons of diverse social, cultural, economic, and international backgrounds in support of student services, wellbeing and learning. • Capacity to multitask and prioritize tasks to accommodate the immediate needs of the student. Ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders from students to campus leaders in the support, promotion, and advocacy of student wellbeing. • Must have the ability to troubleshoot and exercise sound judgment and confidentiality; interact professionally with others using tact and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Two or more years of full-time case management experience in a higher education setting, including direct service to students. • Progressive leadership experience including supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. Experience overseeing programs and services designed to support unhoused or housing insecure students.
At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY Oswego's https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/
As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)
Additional Information: Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy to see our full non-discrimination policy.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing mailto:hr@oswego.edu.
For Campus Safety information, please https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).
SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco_smoke_free_policy_final.pdf for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at mailto:info@oer.ny.gov.
Search Chair:
Corie Kohlbach, Search Chair at http://corie.kohlbach@oswego.edu
Visa sponsorship not available for this position
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5961210
Salary Range:
Annual salary - $47,112. This is a live-in position. Other benefits include a meal allowance of $2,300 per year (twelve months); relocation allowance up to $800 (new employees must be a minimum of 50 miles or more to be eligible for relocation assistance); access to professional development funds; partially furnished one bedroom/one bathroom apartment, including laundry, utilities, expanded television service and internet; and comprehensive package of University health, tuition and retirement benefits.
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences , Cox School of Business , Lyle School of Engineering , Meadows School of the Arts , Simmons School of Education and Human Development , Dedman School of Law , Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies .
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Residential Community Director provides leadership in developing and sustaining positive academically focused residential communities and in successfully accomplishing administrative functions required in managing a university residence community. Position is live-in and reports to an Associate Director for Residential Life. The position serves in an on-call rotation.
Essential Functions:
Trains, supervises, and evaluates the job performance of student staff. Conducts regularly scheduled individual and group staff meetings. Provides development and accountability for student leaders.
Develops a personal knowledge of individual residents to better provide assistance and related support. Assists with retention efforts. Serves as a case manager through the Caring Community Connections program. Provides conflict mediation and parent interaction to resolve student issues.
Assesses needs of residents. Provides and facilitates programming (including at least one large-scale signature event program yearly) in support of the Residential Commons tradition to promote a positive living and learning environment that fosters a sense of belonging. Advises commons council and student leaders.
Leads and/or serves on one or more RLSH (and potentially Student Affairs) committees. Meets regularly with supervisor and other RLSH staff.
Develops a relationship with FIR and supports their connection to the leadership team and programmatic efforts.
Serves as Conduct Officer for student conduct cases occurring in residential areas.
Performs related duties as assigned or required to meet RLSH and University goals.
Coordinates building operations. Assists with occupancy management, including but not limited to managing room and hall changes, check-in and check-out activity, etc. Monitors physical condition of assigned areas and reports work requests and desired facility improvements per established procedures.
Manages budget and financial paperwork including purchasing and expense reports.
Assists in major annual processes, e.g., staff selection, assessments, and serves on the on-call rotation to manage student and facilities emergencies, etc.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Master's degree is required. A degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Counseling in Higher Education or related field is preferred.
Previous experience in Residence Life (full time or graduate) is preferred. Experience working in Student Affairs, a residential college setting or working with academic and faculty partners is also preferred. Experience supervising student staff is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective and collaborative supervisory and collegial working relationships.
Candidate must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, and serve in an on-call rotation and also be willing and able to live in and be a presence in the community.
Candidate proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) is essential.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by February 9, 2025.
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu .
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
Full Time
Salary Range:
Annual salary - $47,112. This is a live-in position. Other benefits include a meal allowance of $2,300 per year (twelve months); relocation allowance up to $800 (new employees must be a minimum of 50 miles or more to be eligible for relocation assistance); access to professional development funds; partially furnished one bedroom/one bathroom apartment, including laundry, utilities, expanded television service and internet; and comprehensive package of University health, tuition and retirement benefits.
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences , Cox School of Business , Lyle School of Engineering , Meadows School of the Arts , Simmons School of Education and Human Development , Dedman School of Law , Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies .
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Residential Community Director provides leadership in developing and sustaining positive academically focused residential communities and in successfully accomplishing administrative functions required in managing a university residence community. Position is live-in and reports to an Associate Director for Residential Life. The position serves in an on-call rotation.
Essential Functions:
Trains, supervises, and evaluates the job performance of student staff. Conducts regularly scheduled individual and group staff meetings. Provides development and accountability for student leaders.
Develops a personal knowledge of individual residents to better provide assistance and related support. Assists with retention efforts. Serves as a case manager through the Caring Community Connections program. Provides conflict mediation and parent interaction to resolve student issues.
Assesses needs of residents. Provides and facilitates programming (including at least one large-scale signature event program yearly) in support of the Residential Commons tradition to promote a positive living and learning environment that fosters a sense of belonging. Advises commons council and student leaders.
Leads and/or serves on one or more RLSH (and potentially Student Affairs) committees. Meets regularly with supervisor and other RLSH staff.
Develops a relationship with FIR and supports their connection to the leadership team and programmatic efforts.
Serves as Conduct Officer for student conduct cases occurring in residential areas.
Performs related duties as assigned or required to meet RLSH and University goals.
Coordinates building operations. Assists with occupancy management, including but not limited to managing room and hall changes, check-in and check-out activity, etc. Monitors physical condition of assigned areas and reports work requests and desired facility improvements per established procedures.
Manages budget and financial paperwork including purchasing and expense reports.
Assists in major annual processes, e.g., staff selection, assessments, and serves on the on-call rotation to manage student and facilities emergencies, etc.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Master's degree is required. A degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Counseling in Higher Education or related field is preferred.
Previous experience in Residence Life (full time or graduate) is preferred. Experience working in Student Affairs, a residential college setting or working with academic and faculty partners is also preferred. Experience supervising student staff is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective and collaborative supervisory and collegial working relationships.
Candidate must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, and serve in an on-call rotation and also be willing and able to live in and be a presence in the community.
Candidate proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) is essential.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by February 9, 2025.
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu .
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
Wellbeing Educator
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR5598
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Wellbeing Educator position. The Wellbeing Educator is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $64,100 per year - commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
Working as part of the Residential Engagement and Wellbeing Team (REWT), the Wellbeing Educator (WBE) will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to build on and advance the connection of our students to their environment and each other. This team is part of the larger structure in student affairs that is working to center wellbeing in the living and learning environment of Amherst College. The REWT bases its work in the tenants of the Okanagan Charter for Health Promoting Colleges and Universities. The WBE works at all levels of the socio-ecological model and utilizes a public health approach rooted in social justice to improve the health and wellbeing of our campus community.
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Health and Wellbeing, the (WBE) works as part of a team to advance a culture of wellbeing by developing, implementing, and assessing a theory-based, evidence- and trauma-informed, comprehensive campus-wide strategy to improve wellbeing. The REWT Wellbeing Educator focuses on sexual respect, alcohol and other substance misuse and prevention, sexuality and safer sex, and related topics related to skill development and environmental change. Other topics prioritized by the REWT include sleep, body image, belonging, connection, and coping mechanisms. Working together, the WBEs create offerings and initiatives that are supportive of and build skills to enhance wellbeing, reduce harm, and build a positive campus culture. The WBEs will design health promotion initiatives that are responsive to the needs of our student population and recognize the many factors that influence their collective abilities to maintain and access health. The WBEs' work should foster students' ability to achieve a balanced, self-aware, and health-enhancing state that allows for full engagement in their collegiate experience.
The work of the REWT is to create opportunities for our community to engage with and understand the intersections and connections of identity(ies), social justice, and culture and how they impact health and wellbeing. This work is rooted in addressing the needs of historically marginalized populations. We take a broad view of wellbeing and incorporate the dynamics of a diverse community, and address intersections of identity including, but not limited to, gender, race, economic status, and gender and sexual identity. The REWT collaborates with a variety of campus partners to enhance student experiences on campus in shaping their education beyond the curriculum. In addition, the WBEs supervise peer educators who provide education and skill-building programs to the Amherst College Community.
This position contributes to the creation of a campus community that centers wellbeing and promotes a culture of respect, self-awareness, and healthy decision making. The work encourages and supports our students to grow and learn academically, socially, and emotionally. In collaboration with other members of the REWT and other campus partners, the WBEs will respond to emergent health concerns and crisis situations.
The WBE takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Some weekend and evening hours are required.
Examples of Specialty Areas Responsibilities:
Healthy Sexuality and Wellbeing Focus
• Coordinate the safer sex supply distribution to campus constituents
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programming that centers on healthy sexuality
• Coordinate ‘Wellbeing Wednesday' initiatives
Alcohol and Other Drugs Focus
• Conduct BASICS/CASICS sessions
• Work to build capacity, respond to student needs, and develop harm reduction initiatives related to AOD issues and topics
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programming related to AOD issues, including recovery
• Work with Campus Partners to create opportunities for substance-free activities
Sexual Respect Focus
• Coordinate resources/programs related to survivor support, including the Survivor Support Group
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programs related to sexual violence prevention and healthy relationships
• Implement and evaluate bystander intervention training
• Assist in the creation and implementation of climate assessments related to campus sexual violence as mandated by federal guidance in collaboration with the Civil Rights and Title IX Office
Summary of Responsibilities:
Preventative Initiatives
• Integrate best practices and incorporate an evidence-based, theory-informed approach to health promotion efforts
• Utilizing current data, the WBE creates targeted interventions that address Amherst College's specific needs and environment
• Work as part of a team to make the campus community healthier by contributing to the creation of structures and settings that prioritize wellbeing
• Conduct needs assessments such as surveys, questionnaires, and focus groups on health promotion topics
• Responsible for analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to help determine team priorities
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy for addressing specific wellbeing issues and topics for the College
• Work may focus on sexual violence prevention, alcohol and other drug misuse, recovery, or other topic
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programming, education/trainings, and outreach efforts around topics of community relevance
• Oversee the hiring, training, development, and supervision of peer educators
• Recommend, implement, and assess comprehensive strategies to intentionally create a college that centers wellbeing, the creation of positive communities, and addresses specific health issues and their intersections with other issues of identity and important health and behavior outcomes
• Engage and expand campus and community partnerships to support the wellbeing of students
• Provide direct training to diverse staff and student leaders related to specialty areas, collaborating with other Wellbeing Educators on topics that intersect to increase impact
• Coordinate with campus stakeholders to increase opportunities for capacity building, advancement of strategic priorities, and overall support of student wellbeing. This coordination includes building social connections and increasing empathy and compassion for others
• Assist the REWT with responsibilities and development of content for New Student Orientation
• Reviews education and intervention strategies and current status of climate on campus; proposes changes to educational strategies, intervention and policy, and procedures in consultation with other relevant staff
• Develop educational materials that are trauma-informed and meet best practices in health communications
• Provides targeted prevention programming, including comprehensive programming for all incoming students, student athletes, student leaders, and historically marginalized populations (e.g. students of color, international students, LGBTQ+ students, and students living with disabilities)
• Ensures that planning and programming is inclusive and effective for the diverse community and multiple identities represented within the Amherst College community and provides active outreach
Intervention
• Collaborate with Community Standards and the Civil Rights and Title IX Office to implement evidence-based interventions
• Administer online pre-matriculation courses for all incoming students and selected cohorts of returning students related to health and wellbeing
• Administer Brief Alcohol Screening and Interventions for College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening for College Students (CASICS) sessions for sanctioned students, as well as for students who request support outside of the community standards process
• Provide consultation and referral services for individual students on health topics
• Implement and evaluate bystander intervention training, programming, and social norming campaigns to prevent sexual violence and apply skills in addressing a range of health and safety concerns
• Liaise with community organizations and colleges to further partnerships and ensure students are aware of community resources and programs
• Work to ensure that the college is in compliance with Federal and State Law in regards to sexual violence educational initiatives, including first-year orientation and student athlete training
Student Affairs Generalist
• Collaborate with the Director of the REWT to develop an end of the year report on accomplishments and recommendations for the program and campus/community program stakeholders
• Contribute to relevant reports, including the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 Biennial Report and the College's Clery report, and keep records of programs and evaluations of all initiatives
• Oversee budget and other administrative tasks as required
• Collaborate with the Orientation Implementation Committee to integrate a positive framework that reduces the risk of harm associated with health behaviors for new students
• Maintain and develop skills via participation in continuing education opportunities, membership in professional associations, attendance at conferences, 5-College meetings, regional organizations and committees, and New England Health Educators Network (NEHEN) meetings
• Advise student groups as requested
• Works to ensure that the college is in compliance with relevant federal and state laws
• Contributes to the REWT website, social media accounts, and other communication platforms as appropriate
• Serve on committees and task forces as appointed/assigned
Qualifications:
Required
• Master's degree required in Health Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Community Health, Higher Education Administration, or related field
• At least two years of experience in college health, health promotion, prevention, student affairs administration, community health, leadership development, and/or training and technical experience in the aforementioned areas desired
• Experience working in Higher Education is preferred
• Experience working with and creating content that will engage a diverse community
• Program planning, including needs assessment, evaluation, and facilitation
• Strong time-management, organizational, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Robust understanding of academic priorities, the educational mission of institutions, and ways in which on-campus living/learning communities and functions can promote student engagement, advance student learning, and contribute to achieving desired learning goals
• Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community
•
Preferred
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES), Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or similar
• Developing, facilitating, and coordinating educational programs for college students and professionals
• Substance abuse prevention, sexual violence prevention, or other related work with college-age students
• Developing educational and communication tools, e.g. web, print, and social media
• Peer education facilitation, training, and assessment
• Experience, certification or training in Brief Alcohol Screening and Interventions for College Students (BASICS), Motivational Interviewing, Cannabis Screening and Interventions for College Students (CASICS), CHOICES, Marijuana Prevention Program (MAP), Tobacco Cessation, and/or Recovery Coaching, Wellbeing or Wellness Coaching, Rape Crisis Counseling or similar
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here forhttps://www.amherst.edu/offices/human_resources/benefits.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online athttps://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5857981
Full Time
Wellbeing Educator
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR5598
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Wellbeing Educator position. The Wellbeing Educator is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $64,100 per year - commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
Working as part of the Residential Engagement and Wellbeing Team (REWT), the Wellbeing Educator (WBE) will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to build on and advance the connection of our students to their environment and each other. This team is part of the larger structure in student affairs that is working to center wellbeing in the living and learning environment of Amherst College. The REWT bases its work in the tenants of the Okanagan Charter for Health Promoting Colleges and Universities. The WBE works at all levels of the socio-ecological model and utilizes a public health approach rooted in social justice to improve the health and wellbeing of our campus community.
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Health and Wellbeing, the (WBE) works as part of a team to advance a culture of wellbeing by developing, implementing, and assessing a theory-based, evidence- and trauma-informed, comprehensive campus-wide strategy to improve wellbeing. The REWT Wellbeing Educator focuses on sexual respect, alcohol and other substance misuse and prevention, sexuality and safer sex, and related topics related to skill development and environmental change. Other topics prioritized by the REWT include sleep, body image, belonging, connection, and coping mechanisms. Working together, the WBEs create offerings and initiatives that are supportive of and build skills to enhance wellbeing, reduce harm, and build a positive campus culture. The WBEs will design health promotion initiatives that are responsive to the needs of our student population and recognize the many factors that influence their collective abilities to maintain and access health. The WBEs' work should foster students' ability to achieve a balanced, self-aware, and health-enhancing state that allows for full engagement in their collegiate experience.
The work of the REWT is to create opportunities for our community to engage with and understand the intersections and connections of identity(ies), social justice, and culture and how they impact health and wellbeing. This work is rooted in addressing the needs of historically marginalized populations. We take a broad view of wellbeing and incorporate the dynamics of a diverse community, and address intersections of identity including, but not limited to, gender, race, economic status, and gender and sexual identity. The REWT collaborates with a variety of campus partners to enhance student experiences on campus in shaping their education beyond the curriculum. In addition, the WBEs supervise peer educators who provide education and skill-building programs to the Amherst College Community.
This position contributes to the creation of a campus community that centers wellbeing and promotes a culture of respect, self-awareness, and healthy decision making. The work encourages and supports our students to grow and learn academically, socially, and emotionally. In collaboration with other members of the REWT and other campus partners, the WBEs will respond to emergent health concerns and crisis situations.
The WBE takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Some weekend and evening hours are required.
Examples of Specialty Areas Responsibilities:
Healthy Sexuality and Wellbeing Focus
• Coordinate the safer sex supply distribution to campus constituents
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programming that centers on healthy sexuality
• Coordinate ‘Wellbeing Wednesday' initiatives
Alcohol and Other Drugs Focus
• Conduct BASICS/CASICS sessions
• Work to build capacity, respond to student needs, and develop harm reduction initiatives related to AOD issues and topics
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programming related to AOD issues, including recovery
• Work with Campus Partners to create opportunities for substance-free activities
Sexual Respect Focus
• Coordinate resources/programs related to survivor support, including the Survivor Support Group
• Working with Peer Educators to create relevant and impactful programs related to sexual violence prevention and healthy relationships
• Implement and evaluate bystander intervention training
• Assist in the creation and implementation of climate assessments related to campus sexual violence as mandated by federal guidance in collaboration with the Civil Rights and Title IX Office
Summary of Responsibilities:
Preventative Initiatives
• Integrate best practices and incorporate an evidence-based, theory-informed approach to health promotion efforts
• Utilizing current data, the WBE creates targeted interventions that address Amherst College's specific needs and environment
• Work as part of a team to make the campus community healthier by contributing to the creation of structures and settings that prioritize wellbeing
• Conduct needs assessments such as surveys, questionnaires, and focus groups on health promotion topics
• Responsible for analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to help determine team priorities
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy for addressing specific wellbeing issues and topics for the College
• Work may focus on sexual violence prevention, alcohol and other drug misuse, recovery, or other topic
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programming, education/trainings, and outreach efforts around topics of community relevance
• Oversee the hiring, training, development, and supervision of peer educators
• Recommend, implement, and assess comprehensive strategies to intentionally create a college that centers wellbeing, the creation of positive communities, and addresses specific health issues and their intersections with other issues of identity and important health and behavior outcomes
• Engage and expand campus and community partnerships to support the wellbeing of students
• Provide direct training to diverse staff and student leaders related to specialty areas, collaborating with other Wellbeing Educators on topics that intersect to increase impact
• Coordinate with campus stakeholders to increase opportunities for capacity building, advancement of strategic priorities, and overall support of student wellbeing. This coordination includes building social connections and increasing empathy and compassion for others
• Assist the REWT with responsibilities and development of content for New Student Orientation
• Reviews education and intervention strategies and current status of climate on campus; proposes changes to educational strategies, intervention and policy, and procedures in consultation with other relevant staff
• Develop educational materials that are trauma-informed and meet best practices in health communications
• Provides targeted prevention programming, including comprehensive programming for all incoming students, student athletes, student leaders, and historically marginalized populations (e.g. students of color, international students, LGBTQ+ students, and students living with disabilities)
• Ensures that planning and programming is inclusive and effective for the diverse community and multiple identities represented within the Amherst College community and provides active outreach
Intervention
• Collaborate with Community Standards and the Civil Rights and Title IX Office to implement evidence-based interventions
• Administer online pre-matriculation courses for all incoming students and selected cohorts of returning students related to health and wellbeing
• Administer Brief Alcohol Screening and Interventions for College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening for College Students (CASICS) sessions for sanctioned students, as well as for students who request support outside of the community standards process
• Provide consultation and referral services for individual students on health topics
• Implement and evaluate bystander intervention training, programming, and social norming campaigns to prevent sexual violence and apply skills in addressing a range of health and safety concerns
• Liaise with community organizations and colleges to further partnerships and ensure students are aware of community resources and programs
• Work to ensure that the college is in compliance with Federal and State Law in regards to sexual violence educational initiatives, including first-year orientation and student athlete training
Student Affairs Generalist
• Collaborate with the Director of the REWT to develop an end of the year report on accomplishments and recommendations for the program and campus/community program stakeholders
• Contribute to relevant reports, including the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 Biennial Report and the College's Clery report, and keep records of programs and evaluations of all initiatives
• Oversee budget and other administrative tasks as required
• Collaborate with the Orientation Implementation Committee to integrate a positive framework that reduces the risk of harm associated with health behaviors for new students
• Maintain and develop skills via participation in continuing education opportunities, membership in professional associations, attendance at conferences, 5-College meetings, regional organizations and committees, and New England Health Educators Network (NEHEN) meetings
• Advise student groups as requested
• Works to ensure that the college is in compliance with relevant federal and state laws
• Contributes to the REWT website, social media accounts, and other communication platforms as appropriate
• Serve on committees and task forces as appointed/assigned
Qualifications:
Required
• Master's degree required in Health Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Community Health, Higher Education Administration, or related field
• At least two years of experience in college health, health promotion, prevention, student affairs administration, community health, leadership development, and/or training and technical experience in the aforementioned areas desired
• Experience working in Higher Education is preferred
• Experience working with and creating content that will engage a diverse community
• Program planning, including needs assessment, evaluation, and facilitation
• Strong time-management, organizational, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Robust understanding of academic priorities, the educational mission of institutions, and ways in which on-campus living/learning communities and functions can promote student engagement, advance student learning, and contribute to achieving desired learning goals
• Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community
•
Preferred
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES), Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or similar
• Developing, facilitating, and coordinating educational programs for college students and professionals
• Substance abuse prevention, sexual violence prevention, or other related work with college-age students
• Developing educational and communication tools, e.g. web, print, and social media
• Peer education facilitation, training, and assessment
• Experience, certification or training in Brief Alcohol Screening and Interventions for College Students (BASICS), Motivational Interviewing, Cannabis Screening and Interventions for College Students (CASICS), CHOICES, Marijuana Prevention Program (MAP), Tobacco Cessation, and/or Recovery Coaching, Wellbeing or Wellness Coaching, Rape Crisis Counseling or similar
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here forhttps://www.amherst.edu/offices/human_resources/benefits.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online athttps://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5857981
Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Job no: 534670
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Executive/Management/Director
Department: Office of the Provost Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Salary starts at $310,000; commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-EXEC-Fiscal Year 2024-2025 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
November 12, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
With your application, please include a current curriculum vitae and cover letter, addressing how your experience has prepared you for this role.
Department Summary
The Office of the Provost (OtP) is responsible for carrying out the academic mission of the University of Oregon (UO). The office works collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance academic excellence, student success, and the UO's overall academic profile. Led by the provost and senior vice president, the OtP is a dynamic, caring community of colleagues committed to the core values of integrity, trust, equity, collaboration, and excellence. The OtP supports and coordinates matters that pertain to faculty success, including hiring, retention, promotion, leadership development, and tenure processes. We promote the highest standards in teaching, research, and service, working closely with schools, colleges, and other critical academic units to promote institutional and personal flourishing. We are responsible for academic financial allocations and the alignment of resources with strategic academic priorities. In service to the public mission of the UO, the OtP cultivates reciprocal relationships of engagement and outreach with communities at the local, regional, and national levels and across the globe.
Position Summary
The Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (EVPAA) is a senior leadership position within the Office of the Provost (OtP) with primary responsibility for academic and faculty affairs. The EVPAA reports to the provost and is a member of the provost's executive leadership team and the Provost's Council. Working collaboratively with the provost, deans, and other academic and administrative leaders, the EVPAA develops, implements, and advances strategies that achieve the University's stated academic priorities: excellence in research, scholarship, creative work, and teaching; improving student access and degree completion; supporting faculty success, and providing a high-quality student experience.
Minimum Requirements
• A terminal degree, scholarly accomplishments, and strong teaching credentials that qualifies for the tenured full professor rank in a department, school, or college.
• Expertise in and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusiveness.
• Experience as an academic administrator (e.g., dean, associate dean, department head, vice provost, assistant/associate vice provost).
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated commitment to values-enacted leadership
• Leadership ability in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to successfully lead vice provosts and manage Office of the Provost projects.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with and expertise in working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
• Record of resourceful and effective approach to major tasks and ability to bring projects to timely completion.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Understanding of sponsored research.
• A commitment to effective, inclusive, and collaborative leadership.
• Understanding and experience with promotion and tenure process for different types of university faculty.
• Experience with graduate education and programs.
• Experience with and evidence of understanding of labor relations.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5753550
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Full Time
Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Job no: 534670
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Executive/Management/Director
Department: Office of the Provost Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Salary starts at $310,000; commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-EXEC-Fiscal Year 2024-2025 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
November 12, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
With your application, please include a current curriculum vitae and cover letter, addressing how your experience has prepared you for this role.
Department Summary
The Office of the Provost (OtP) is responsible for carrying out the academic mission of the University of Oregon (UO). The office works collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance academic excellence, student success, and the UO's overall academic profile. Led by the provost and senior vice president, the OtP is a dynamic, caring community of colleagues committed to the core values of integrity, trust, equity, collaboration, and excellence. The OtP supports and coordinates matters that pertain to faculty success, including hiring, retention, promotion, leadership development, and tenure processes. We promote the highest standards in teaching, research, and service, working closely with schools, colleges, and other critical academic units to promote institutional and personal flourishing. We are responsible for academic financial allocations and the alignment of resources with strategic academic priorities. In service to the public mission of the UO, the OtP cultivates reciprocal relationships of engagement and outreach with communities at the local, regional, and national levels and across the globe.
Position Summary
The Executive Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (EVPAA) is a senior leadership position within the Office of the Provost (OtP) with primary responsibility for academic and faculty affairs. The EVPAA reports to the provost and is a member of the provost's executive leadership team and the Provost's Council. Working collaboratively with the provost, deans, and other academic and administrative leaders, the EVPAA develops, implements, and advances strategies that achieve the University's stated academic priorities: excellence in research, scholarship, creative work, and teaching; improving student access and degree completion; supporting faculty success, and providing a high-quality student experience.
Minimum Requirements
• A terminal degree, scholarly accomplishments, and strong teaching credentials that qualifies for the tenured full professor rank in a department, school, or college.
• Expertise in and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusiveness.
• Experience as an academic administrator (e.g., dean, associate dean, department head, vice provost, assistant/associate vice provost).
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated commitment to values-enacted leadership
• Leadership ability in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to successfully lead vice provosts and manage Office of the Provost projects.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with and expertise in working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
• Record of resourceful and effective approach to major tasks and ability to bring projects to timely completion.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Understanding of sponsored research.
• A commitment to effective, inclusive, and collaborative leadership.
• Understanding and experience with promotion and tenure process for different types of university faculty.
• Experience with graduate education and programs.
• Experience with and evidence of understanding of labor relations.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5753550
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