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Assistant Dean & Director of Transitions at College

Employer
Landmark College
Location
Putney, Vermont

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Academic Affairs, Other Academic Affairs Jobs, Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Other Student Affairs Jobs
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Primary Function

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Assistant Dean & Director of Transitions at College serves as a forward-facing member of the Student Affairs leadership team, manages and administers several functional areas of student affairs, represents the VPSA as needed, and performs other related duties and special projects as assigned. Generally, this position is responsible for: 

•             Overseeing the programmatic and operational aspects of the College’s Transition at College program for 24 first-semester College students who are unsure if college is the right choice for them or want a slower transition from high school into the college experience. 

•             Serving as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator for students on the College’s Title IX Team; assisting in managing the College’s obligations around Title IX – including training, programming, investigations, and case management.

•             Serving and representing the College as a SEVP Designated School Official assisting in matters related to F-1 students and the maintenance of their visa status.

•             Engaging in conflict & issue resolution involving students and families as assigned by the VPSA;  

 

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Deputy Title IX Coordinator - The Assistant Dean & Director works under the direction of the VPSA/ Title IX Coordinator to conduct Title IX training/presentations for the campus community. This position assists the Title IX Coordinator in fulfilling administrative responsibilities and obligations that may include participating in intake, investigations, and other meetings with students related to Title IX. In addition, and as a member of the College’s Title IX team, this position creates and presents training materials related to Title IX and the college's Sexual Misconduct Policies; creates and facilitates (on-going) relevant Title IX training programs for faculty, staff, and students; and assists in the facilitation of training opportunities for incoming and returning students. 

 

Designated School Official - Under the PDSO for Landmark College, the Assistant Dean & Director:

1.            Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) for the Landmark College campus and as a primary contact for questions related to non-immigrant student life cycle needs. 

2.            is responsible for advising students and their families on all matters related to their nonimmigrant status while studying; Advises students with petitions, applications, and other standard issues related to F-1 visa status. This may include new F-1 visas, work permits, reinstatement, change of status, medical leaves, employment and/or reduced course load authorization.

3.            Participates in maintaining the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and all related certification requirements. Organizes SEVIS data processing under Department of Homeland Security (DHS) guidelines and maintains data and quality control management. Assist in keeping the college compliant with state, national, and organizational standards of compliance.

4.            Functions as liaison with transfer institutions; and refers students to appropriate College, community and university contacts to assist with the transfer process.

 

Transition at College Program - The Transition at College (TaC) program is designed for 24 students who have a diagnosed learning difference—such as dyslexia, ADHD, executive function challenges, or ASD, and who are unsure if college is the right choice for them. TaC is a first-year track that provides resources and opportunities to explore academic, social, and professional interests while assessing strengths and weaknesses, time to participate in on campus work experiences, developmental classes, skill building workshops, and field trips. TaC is designed to help students assess their academic, social, and professional skills, and develop a plan for the future.  

 

The Director is responsible for:

1.            Developing and implementing the program and the programming including bi-weekly seminars and workshops to help students effectively transition to college and develop and strengthen self-determination, identity, confidence, maturity, purpose, social competencies, autonomy, and interpersonal relationships. 

2.            Through the supervision of the Assistant Director/Resident Dean overseeing the TaC program in residence (as well as TaC Assistant), develop a supportive living environment for TaC students while helping them develop time management, prioritization, and executive function skills.

3.            In collaboration with the Dean of Students, develop an extended orientation program that includes goal setting and semester planning with students and families, to include the design and delivery of prearrival orientation workshops

4.            Provide regular check-ins with students to review performance and progress towards goals.

5.            Collaborate with a dedicated academic advisor for all TaC students; support AIT interventions with advisor 

6.            Collaborate with Faculty, Career Connections, Advisors, Academic Support and Coaches, Counselors, Student Affairs, and Residence Life staff to shape and deliver the program.

7.            Serve as a main point of contact for families of TaC students.  Facilitate family meetings for each enrolled TAC three times per semester; facilitate family specific workshops (virtual and on-campus)

8.            Serve as a liaison to Admissions; review all applications and assist in interview process 

9.            Design and provide ongoing assessment of the TaC program

 

Administrator on call - Serve as an on-call administrator during business hours and participate in the after-hours/weekend administrator-on-call rotation. 

 

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Essential qualifications include: A master’s degree in Higher Education Administration or related field or a bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. The ability to responsibly handle sensitive/confidential information is critical. The ability to work independently, maintain priorities, and work irregular hours during peak periods is required. Experience working with students with learning differences is preferred as is formal experience with Title IX processes.   Ability to use and integrate enterprise technologies.

 

Physical Demands:

General office work, combined with some walking and carrying of light items. No special physical demands are required for this job.

 

Working Conditions:

General office and campus environment. Occasional need to confront difficult students.

 

Organization

Landmark College is the nation’s premier college for students with dyslexia, AD/HD, and specific learning disabilities. Landmark College's mission is to transform the way students learn, educators teach and the public thinks about education. We provide highly accessible approaches to learning that empower individuals who learn differently to exceed their aspirations and to achieve their greatest potential. Through the Landmark College Institute for Research and Training, the College aims to extend its mission across the nation and throughout the world.

Our programs are specially designed for a particular audience. Therefore, it is critically important to us that we meet the same rigorous requirements as every other reputable degree-granting institution. Landmark College is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.While many colleges offer special programs for students with learning difficulties, Landmark College is one of the only accredited colleges in the United States designed exclusively for students with dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), or other specific learning disabilities. We teach the skills and strategies necessary for success in college and the workforce. Here at Landmark, students learn how to learn, and this knowledge helps them become more confident and independent. They learn to access the tools they need for success in college, graduate school, and the workforce in the real world.

Students at Landmark get far more personal, directed assistance than at other colleges. Each student receives individualized attention from classroom instructors — in courses tailored to meet your educational needs. We have courses for skills development, college credit, and an Associate Degree Program for individuals who have average — to superior — intellectual potential. Our experienced advisors meet frequently with students to review and guide their progress. All instructors are trained professional educators, not teaching assistants or peer tutors.

Landmark College is located in southeastern Vermont. In summer and spring, you can hike, run, mountain bike and swim. In winter, you'll find an atmosphere perfect for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and winter camping. For those who prefer something more urban, Boston is 2-1/2 hours away by car and New York City is only 4-1/2 hours. Students at Landmark College learn how to balance academics and social lives.

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