Director Center for Student Success

Newberry College is seeking a visionary and “student-first” professional to serve as the Assistant Dean/Director for the
Center for Student Success. The successful candidate will serve on the Enrollment/Retention Management Team (ERM) and play an important
leadership role in developing retention initiatives to advance the College’s strategic goals. (Note: The ERM team includes the
President, VPAA and other key leaders). The Assistant Dean will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Center for
Student Success, the hub of student support at the college. The Assistant Dean has direct supervision responsibilities for the Academic
Success Coaches, Coordinator of Disabilities and Academic Accommodations, Career Services Director. (Note: The Center will be adding
positions in the future).

The successful candidate will be a leader, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. He/she
will ensure that students who are identified as needing academic assistance receive the support to succeed academically. This includes
managing the Early Alert system, peer and professional tutoring, development of academic plans, and other retention-focused initiatives. The
Assistant Dean will work closely with the Associate Dean, Dean of Enrollment Management, key administrators and faculty to develop a
holistic approach to student success which begins once the student deposits and starts the enrollment process. He/she will chair the
Retention Action Group and Student Intervention Team, with the responsibility for coordinating outreach across campus administrative units
including faculty, admissions, student affairs, and athletics.

The Assistant Dean will be an active member of the campus community
which includes being widely available for student help, developing student support programs, and serving on institutional committees.
Newberry College is a residential college; some evening and weekend work will be required.

Newberry College is committed to the
achievement of academic excellence through service, personal attention, proactive intervention and implementing cutting-edge retention tools
and initiatives. The successful candidate will have intercultural competence and experience working with students from diverse and
underrepresented populations.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide leadership in developing programs, interventions
   and strategic initiatives to ensure student success and persistence. Work collaboratively with campus partners to implement.
2. Provide supervision, leadership and mentoring of Academic Success Coaches and other staff in the Center for Student Success.
3. Oversee, implement, and manage strategic student support programing related to peer tutoring, summer bridge, first generation students,
   student employment and other initiatives as prioritized by the college.
4. Chair the Retention Action Group (RAG), consisting of
   various campus partners, to proactively track student persistence indicators and implement interventions when needed.
5. Develop and
   present weekly reports on student progression, success, and persistence to the President’s Council.
6. Manage the Early Alert
   System. Initiate appropriate student outreach and communication with the involved students, faculty and staff to ensure successful
   resolution.
7. Ensure CSS is responding to student issues and concerns; working closely with students to resolve all issues to ensure
   ongoing satisfaction and successful progress towards graduation.
8. Develop the necessary processes and programs to assist students in
   developing self-efficacy by identifying and overcoming obstacles that may be impeding academic success; work with students to learn
   effective time management and organization skills; motivate students to practice study-discipline and take ownership of their academic
   success.
9. Work collaboratively with Admissions to identify incoming students who need additional support; develop and monitor
   academic plans accordingly.
10. Develop internal marketing to direct students to appropriate campus support resources.
11. Work
    with the staff to provide leadership and supervision to student workers, peer tutors, and peer mentors.
12. Manage the design and
    effective delivery of information and marketing/promotions using the appropriate modes of technology such as Instagram, Website, Wolf
    Den.
13. Depending on need, the Director may be assigned a small student caseload to create and manage academic success plans and
    ensure student progress.
14. Work with the Dean and Associate Dean of Enrollment Management to develop and manage other strategic
    retention initiatives.
15. Perform all other duties as assigned by Associate Dean of Enrollment Management.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Master’s Degree in student development,
counseling, or other areas of higher education. 5-7 years’ progressive experience working in a management level collegiate department
with responsibility for retention, academic advising, student success and persistence. Successful track record of supervising professional
level staff. Knowledge of best practices related to student success, retention and persistence. Supervision experience/demonstrated
leadership skills to manage a large campus department. Intercultural competence and ability to work with students from diverse populations.
Demonstrated experience in developing initiatives to enhance the student experience. Strong technical skills including experience with Excel
and other Microsoft programs, Slate, Jenzabar and other web-based programs.

APPLICATION

To apply, please
email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to human.resources@newberry.edu. Please use the subject line, “Director Center for Student Success.”

E-Verify:

Currently the college uses E-Verify for employment verification. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares
information entered by an employer from a n employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) to records available to the US
Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.

College Employment
Policy

This job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job
identified and shall not necessarily be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Job descriptions do not constitute an employment agreement or contract of employment, expressed or implied. Unless designated in
writing and signed by the College President, all College employees are considered to be “EMPLOYED AT WILL.” Newberry
College reserves the right to change, alter and amend job descriptions, functions and duties at the pleasure of the College President or
Board of Trustees.