Dean Of Students | FT, Benefited, Non Unit Position

About Greenfield Community College:

A REWARDING CAREER IN HIGHER EDUCATION AWAITS YOU AT GREENFIELD COMMUNITY COLLEGE!

As a NECHE accredited community college, GCC offers its students a wide variety of innovative programs. The college is known for its caring and supportive environment of faculty and staff dedicated to the success of its learners.

OUR MISSION

Greenfield Community College provides a high quality education to all who seek the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive and effect positive change in their lives, communities, and the world. With excellence, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to teaching and learning together in an inclusive and caring environment, we empower all learners to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION

Greenfield Community College aspires to be an agent for a more equitable, just, vibrant, and resilient world through education.

GCC PERKS & BENEFITS:

As an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, GCC employees are offered a competitive total compensation package, including but not limited to:

• High quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)

• Great Dental plans and Vision discounts

• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs

• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).

• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time

• Tuition Benefit for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities

• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities

• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program

Job Description:

DEAN OF STUDENTS

BARGAINING UNIT/NON-UNIT: Non Unit

ANTICIPATED START DATE: Summer 2024

SALARY RANGE: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 annual salary, commensurate with education and experience.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The Dean of Students, reporting directly to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success, assumes a pivotal role in shaping the future of student life at our college. This position calls for an innovative leader who will not only provide vision and direction but also exercise oversight over all student affairs functions, ensuring a transformative experience for our students. We are seeking a dynamic individual who possesses a deep understanding of complex systems and is committed to delivering unparalleled service and educational opportunities to students beyond the traditional classroom setting.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as an advocate for students, through fostering collaboration across campus to prioritize student voices and address their needs effectively.

• Ensures the performance of members of the following departments by setting annual goals, conducting individual and team meetings, conducting evaluations, and problem-solving:

• Fitness Center

• Food Pantry

• Peer Tutoring

• Public Safety

• Student Activities

• Wellness Center

• Women's Resource Center

• Veterans Center

• Schedule, assign, inspect, and review work of assigned staff to ensure work is performed according to established standards; conduct performance evaluations, formal and informal coaching, and disciplinary action.

• Identify, develop and recommend professional development needs/opportunities, and coordinate/conduct training, and ensure that professional development opportunities are available for direct reports.

• Ensure programs and services are compliant with state and federal laws and regulations including FERPA, HIPAA and VAWA, and College policies.

• Attend and actively contribute to various meetings, including those of the President's Cabinet and Academic and Student Affairs Leadership, as needed.

• Engage in statewide meetings for senior student affairs officers and conduct officers to stay informed and contribute to broader discussions.

• Plan, implement, and administer strategic goals, objectives and initiatives, as well as develop policies and procedures to support student enrollment and student success.

• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and student groups/organizations on current/proposed programs and services to support student enrollment and student success

• Effectively manage fiscal resources including assigned budgets.

• Provide leadership for the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), which includes;

• Responding to student concern reports

• Providing consultation and referral to college employees regarding student concerns

• Providing leadership for the team and coordinating weekly meetings

• Coordinating training and development activities for BIT team members, as well as outreach to faculty and staff as needed

• Manage Maxient (student conduct system), and keep records current

• Develop and manage content for web presence

• Act as Deputy Title IX Officer, when needed

• Provide student conduct support, including;

• Act as campus administrator, to hear cases, determine sanctions, and to coordinate and train hearing board

• Serve as Student Grievance Officer, to work with students to address any alleged abridgement of rights

• Complete student reports as they relate to 'student conduct standing' as requested by transfer institutions receiving GCC students

• Collaborate with the grants officer in ongoing grant planning and development efforts.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE*:

• Masters degree in Higher Education, Public Administration, Psychology or related field

• A minimum of five (5) years of related student success experience in higher education at an administration and supervisory level

• Successful record of strategic planning in a student success environment

• A minimum of one (1) year experience as a student conduct hearing officer

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and in developing inclusive communities and work teams

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND APTITUDES:

• Ability to communicate and present information effectively to a wide range of audiences, including; students, faculty, staff, and college community members.

• Ability to exhibit composed leadership and remain adaptable during high-pressure situations

• Ability to represent the College with executive-level professionalism and respect

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with conduct software platforms to initiate, track, and record student conduct matters

• Familiarity with national student success trends

• Professional experience within a community college setting

Supervisory responsibility: Provides direct supervision to AFSCME Unit; Non-Unit professionals; and MCCC unit professionals.

Working conditions/physical demands: This position is located in a normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperatures, odors etc. Low to moderate noise. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Operates equipment i.e. Computer, calculator, copier/fax machines etc. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office. Will also move about throughout the campus as needed. The person frequently communicates with colleagues, staff and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. Occasional travel to and from meetings etc.

• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Greenfield Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, GCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer by contacting Human Resources by email at humanresources@gcc.mass.edu or by phone at 413-775-1313

ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT NOTICE:

Greenfield Community College's Annual Security Report is available online at www.gcc.mass.edu/webdocs/safety/GCC-Annual-Security-Report.pdf

The report contains crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years for certain locations associated with the College as well as other campus security and personal safety topics such as: crime prevention; campus safety authority; crime reporting polices; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications), programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; and other matters of importance related to security on campus.

If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Annual Security Report, you can stop by the Public Safety Office at One College Drive, Greenfield, MA 01301 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 413-775-1212.

• Greenfield Community College is proud to value diversity in our community of faculty, staff and students and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS ACCREDITED BY THE NEW ENGLAND COMMISSION OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online.

To apply, click on the "Apply Now" button.

You will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account.

From there, you will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• A detailed cover letter expressing your interest in this position and addressing how you meet the qualifications and expectations outlined in the position profile;
• A current full resume or curriculum vitae that includes relevant responsibilities and accomplishments;
• A statement of contributions (1 page) that provides specific examples of ways you have contributed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion and explains how these achievements prepare you to contribute to the inclusive learning and working environment at Greenfield Community College; and
• A list of five professional references, including names, titles, organizations, phone numbers, and email addresses, noting your relationship with each reference. References will not be contacted until later in the search process and only with the candidate's permission.

When preparing your cover letter and resume, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications and, if applicable, include an equivalency statement.

Successful completion of a CORI check WILL be required as a condition of employment. Official copies of all academic transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Please note GCC does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

Review of applications will begin with those received up to and including May 7, 2024.