Director, Learning Commons & HHMI-STEM

Director, Learning Commons & HHMI-STEM

About University at
Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University
at Albany’s broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body
of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State’s
capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The
University at Albany is seeking a full-time Director of operations for the HHMI EXCELlence in STEM Program and the Center for Achievement,
Retentions, and Student Success (CARSS). The Director reports to the Associate Vice Provost for the Learning Commons and is responsible for
the supervision of a small team of professional staff-employees, including 10 to 12 Graduate Assistants.

The Director will work
closely with the Associate Vice Provost for the Learning Commons to develop strategic partnerships and expanded academic support
opportunities.

Primary responsibilities:

• Manage the implementation and operations of the EXCELlence in
  STEM program.
• Support the management and continued development of the Learning Commons unit, including assisting the AVP with
  employee staffing, program budgeting, unit finances and purchasing, and facilities administration.
• Coordinate with Schools and
  Colleges to develop partnerships that support and ensure effective tutoring, recruitment of peer tutors, and collaboration with the
  EXCELlence in STEM program.
• Supervise professional, clerical, and student staff.
• Provide oversight to the planning and
  scheduling of the semester and summer tutoring schedules in coordination with the Program Coordinator.
• Oversee the implementation
  of the STEM Tutor Training courses.
• Engage in continued assessment of program effectiveness and develop strategies to adjust based
  on program outcomes.
• Manage the real-time collection and monitoring of project data including participant and outcome data, in
  coordination with the Program coordinator and CHSR.
• Prepare and present required data and reports for HHMI as well as other
  sponsors, the University and the larger community as needed.
• Provide direct communication with university-wide administrative
  officers regarding budgeting, personnel, academic affairs, and student affairs.
• Contribute to the development of marketing and
  communication strategies.
• Pursue advancement and funding opportunities.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from a college or university accredited by the US Department of
  Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• At least three years of administrative experience in higher
  education project management in student success related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
  in a challenging environment.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
  skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a
  culturally diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD from a college or university
  accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Management of a grant
  funded student success project.
• Experience writing and securing grant funding for educational projects.

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Staff Associate, SL4

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EMPLOYER

Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=162504

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter stating all
  the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications
• A statement on diversity
• Contact
  information for three professional references

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Closing date for receipt of applications: July 12, 2023