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Colgate University Assistant Director of New Student Programs, Office of Student Involvement in Hamilton, New York
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Supplemental Questions Position Information
| Job Category | Professional/Administrative |
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| Position Title | Assistant Director of New Student Programs, Office of Student Involvement |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Division | Dean of the College |
| Department | Office of Student Involvement |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range | $60,410 to $62,500 |
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Education | A Bachelor's degree in a related field such as higher education administration, education, social work, or counseling is required. |
| Certifications | |
| Offer Determination | When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. |
| Physical Requirements | Ability to work nights and weekends as needed for programs and events. |
| Other Information | |
| Benefits | Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page. |
| Department Statement | Colgate University, a selective, residential liberal arts university, seeks an energetic, motivated, and highly visible Assistant Director of New Student Programs within the Office of Student Involvement. Reporting to the Director of the Office of Student Involvement and working collaboratively with other deans and directors in the Dean of the College Division, the assistant director takes an active leadership role in developing students by providing intentional opportunities for engagement and aiding in the transitional needs of new students. This is a distinctive opportunity for a professional who is interested in developing programs for new students, including new student orientation and first-year engagement. The Assistant Director of New Student Programs will implement a shared vision for new student orientation and first-year engagement in collaboration with the Director of Student Involvement and the Dean of Students. The Assistant Director will also partner with faculty and staff colleagues to plan and operationalize the University's four-day orientation and first-year programming. The Assistant Director will understand, and have an appreciation for, a residential liberal arts education; a passion for providing support and opportunities for Colgate's students' transition into college; an authentic appreciation for Colgate's history and traditions, as well as a vision of its potential; and a deep commitment to the educational value of a diverse, inclusive, and equitable academic community. COLGATE UNIVERSITY Colgate was first founded in 1817 as The Baptist Education Society of the State of New York by 13 men with $13 and 13 prayers. The number 13 is still Colgate's lucky number; Friday the 13th is always designated Colgate Day. New York State granted the school a formal charter in 1819, and the Baptists in New York City consolidated their seminary with the Hamilton school to form the Hamilton Literary and Theological Institution in 1823. In 1890, the school became Colgate University in honor of the enduring support from William Colgate and his family. The first African American students were admitted in the 1920s, and women were admitted in 1970. Today, Colgate is a thriving, highly selective liberal arts institution located on a beautiful campus in Hamilton, New York. Located in the geographic center of New York State, Colgate's campus boasts carefully preserved architecture, immaculate grounds, and a hillside setting, and is consistently named one of the most beautiful in the nation. It is this sense of place where students develop lifelong bonds and receive an education of national acclaim. Faculty and staff, too, make intentional choices to live and work in Hamilton, New York and, as such, it is a scholarly community that is collectively focused on an undergraduate education and preparation that is uniquely Colgate. THE DEPARTMENT The Office of Student Involvement (OSI) uses a comprehensive advising and programming approach to support, educate, and develop inclusive, well-rounded student leaders. The Assistant Director plays an integral role in helping students explore and engage with their co-curricular involvement as an important component of their Colgate education. The mission of OSI is to provide engaging, dynamic, and equitable co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities that empower students to build community, discover their strengths, and pursue their interests. |
| Accountabilities | The Assistant Director of New Student Programs within the Office of Student Involvement is responsible for creating and/or coordinating a robust and comprehensive complement of programs to support new students in transitioning into and establishing a successful trajectory at Colgate, including new student orientation held during four days in August. The assistant director is responsible for developing a first-year and sophomore experience that is consistent and complementary to Colgate's Residential Commons Program, a residential program that connects faculty with students outside of the classroom, introduces learning opportunities where students live, and seeks to build a community where all students feel a sense of belonging. The Assistant Director will design programs for new students that are developmentally appropriate, holistic, and developed in close collaboration with various university stakeholders, including the staff within the Office of Student Involvement. This Assistant Director is also responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive four-day New Student Orientation program and working collaboratively with other colleagues within the Dean of the College division, who plan pre-orientation programs for first-generation students, transfer students, and international students, to make sure they are cohesive and complementary. The successful assistant director should have a passion for first and second-year student success. New Student Programs accountabilities:
Second-Year Experience accountabilities:
Student Involvement accountabilities:
The incumbent is responsible for:
This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department. |
Technical Competencies
| Name | Program Management |
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| Description | Demonstrated expertise in program design, implementation, and assessment consistent with broader organizational guidelines and within the context of a small, private, residential, rural liberal arts college. Expertise with data and systems sufficient to identify key data tracking needs, identify quantitative trends and develop data-driven solutions. Connects intended program priorities, outcomes, and goals to divisional and institutional priorities, outcomes and goals. |
| Name | Event Management |
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| Description | Demonstrated expertise in event planning and implementation sufficient to ensure events meet University goals, and are held in compliance with University policies and procedures. Expertise in risk management sufficient to avoid material consequences to the University. |
| Name | Student Development |
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| Description | Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to consistently apply student development theory in the creation and development of programs as well as in advising responsibilities. Knowledge of best practices and ability to consistently apply these practices in advising responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to consistently identify and recognize legal and ethical principles of the profession. |
| Name | Advising |
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| Description | Demonstrated ability to consistently apply culturally appropriate advising, helping and coaching techniques while also recognizing the uniqueness of every individual. Demonstrated ability to accurately and consistently maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to consistently follow crisis response protocol and consistently make appropriate decisions to initiate crisis intervention responses. |
| Name | Operations Management |
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| Description | Expertise in managing financial, technical, facilities, and human resources across assigned areas. Ability to develop budgets with strategic alignment to the goals of the division and act as a responsible steward of assigned University funds and facilities. Expertise in developing and delivering effective communications about the function with a broad range of campus partners. Knowledge of data and systems sufficient to identify and meet operational needs. Demonstrated ability to develop and apply policies, protocols, and workflows to support operational performance of department and functions within University guidelines. |
Behavioral Competencies
| Name | Personal Accountability for Results |
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| Description | Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback. |
| Name | Effective Communication |
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| Description | Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information. |
| Name | Problem Solving and Decision Making |
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| Description | Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions. |
| Name | Change Management |
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| Description | Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate. |
| Name | Leadership and Teamwork |
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| Description | Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members. |
| Name | Creativity and Innovation |
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| Description | Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives. |
| Name | Diversity and Inclusion |
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| Description | Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community. |
| Name | Sustainability |
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| Description | Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university's commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university's sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices. |
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2025S030Posting |
|---|---|
| Temporary | No |
| Work Schedule | Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week for 12 months |
| Job Open Date | 03/27/2025 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| EEO Statement | The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act | CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Salary: 32240.00 Maximum Salary: 32240.00 Salary Unit: Yearly