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Provost/Dean of FacultyJob Description

Job Summary

Provide operational and administrative support and project management associated with running programs in the Urban Educational Initiative spanning communications, recruitment, enrollment, program planning, implementation and evaluation, grants management, and financial processing.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Operational support, administration and project management (50%)

Responsible for operational and administrative support for programs including:

• Oversee materials ordering and bookkeeping.

• Coordinate the recruitment and enrollment of Smith College students who work as Fellows in UEI Programs.

• Support UEI human resources needs, including communicating with Smith College HR Department and managing stipends for Smith College students who work in our programs.

• Serve as the operational lead on communications.

• Build and oversee information databases for the UEI programs.

• Serve as the Operational Lead on all aspects of Risk Management for UEI programs.

• Provide direct support for the UEI Director, including the coordination of deadlines and the gathering of information needed for college procedures, documents, financial reports,

• and grant reports.

Manage grant funding and program budget (50%)

• Manage grant-funded and related program budgets. Ensure that expenses are allocated correctly, and team members are aware of budget capacities, limits, and reports are accurate.

• Ensure team meets deadlines generated by funders, include submitting grant and budget reports.

• Coordinate plans to develop, monitor, and expend budgets. Including overseeing payroll and stipends for participants.

Other Functions

All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education/experience.

Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Must possess a strong understanding of both the theory and practice of urban education.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful track record in development, fund raising, and nonprofit leadership. In addition, youth development work and teaching experience at the K-12 level, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, is an asset.

Skills

Excellent leadership, oral and written communication skills; ability to facilitate meetings, develop action plans, and supervise a staff. Significant experience in working with children and youth in out of school programs in diverse communities. Spanish-speaking is a plus. Must have a proven record of successful work with K-12 and college students.

Additional Information

For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application. You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.

Review of applications will begin

April 22, 2022

Compensation Grade:

Grade L Exempt

Position Type:

Fixed Term

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Diversity and a culture of inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religions, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.