Reporting to the Dean of the College of Science and Technology, the Director of Student Success and Engagement will lead and manage the College’s Office of Student Success. Develops the college student success plan and engage in collaborative examination of student success challenges, develop ideas, initiatives and formulate interventions that enhance students’ academic success within the college. Oversees the College’s advising initiatives and assessment of advising. Reviews assessment data and uses data analytics to identify issues, solutions, and opportunities in student success. Ensures students smooth transition to college, course registration, course transfer, progress toward graduation, and graduate in a timely manner. Engages with industry partners and the offices of Career Services, Development, Alumni Relations and Advancement Services to seek student scholarship, internship and career opportunities. Oversees career advising of students within the college. Works collaboratively with the University’s Center for Academic Excellence to enhance student success. Ensures that student success initiatives are implemented by all 7 departments of the college.
The Director of Student Success and Engagement will teach 1 to 2 classes per semester within a department of the College of Science and Technology.
Primary Function Of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral Research University dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The College of Science and Technology enrolls 1990 students. It is a national leader that serves and engages the citizens of the state of North Carolina, the nation, and the world through preeminence in science and technology education, research, discovery, and innovation. The College houses the departments of Applied Engineering Technology, Biology, Built Environment, Chemistry, Computer Systems Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, and the Ph.D. Program of Applied Science Technology. The College is experiencing substantial growth in enrollment, faculty size, curricula, and research. The Office of Student Success ( OSS ) is an integral part of the College of Science and Technology (CoST). OSS is committed to the success of all CoST students in their academics and career preparation. OSS helps students transition smoothly to college, remain in good standing, progress toward graduation, and graduate in a timely manner. OSS helps students through different services. These include academic coaching, academic advising, mentoring, tutoring support services, and student success workshops.
OSS liaises with the different departments within the College of Science and Technology through the Student Success committee. The latter consists of one faculty representative from each of the 7 departments and is chaired by the Director of Student Success and Engagement.
Minimum Requirements
MS required in a field covered by CoST
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Three years of progressively responsible experience in collegiate academic and career advising.
Strong team building skills to provide collaborative leadership within the team, throughout the College, and with other key stakeholders on campus. Ability to demonstrate successful outcomes through measures such as academic progress, persistence, retention, and completion
Required License Or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
Position Information
Working Title Assistant Dean for Student Success and Engagement
Position Number 001081
Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track Optional
FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division Student Success
Organizational Location College of Science and Technology
Organizational Unit Student Success
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EPA1746
Open Date 04/06/2023
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search
Date Position Available July 2023
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more
Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/27480
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