Associate Director of Academic and Student Affairs

The New School•New York, NY

1d•$85,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The New School for Social Research (NSSR) seeks a creative, student-oriented, highly organized individual to coordinate and implement a range of programs for graduate students in the areas of academic advising and student engagement. In addition to providing general guidance to all NSSR students as needed, the Associate Director will be specifically charged with acting as the Dean’s Office’s point person in the development and implementation of retention initiatives for Masters students and Bachelor’s-Masters students, as well as new programming for students that advances the University’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice. The NSSR, which enrolls over 800 students and offers Master’s and PhDs in the social sciences, philosophy and history, is known internationally for its commitment to progressive ideas and its rigorous, interdisciplinary approaches to teaching and learning. The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment. The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that promises diversity and tolerance in all areas of employment, education and access to its educational, artistic or cultural programs and activities. The New School does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex or gender (including gender identity and expression), pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, religious practices, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital or partnership status, or any other legally protected status.

Requirements

MA/MS degree
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in higher education, student affairs, advising, or related area
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Proficient in Social Media (i.e. LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, HootSuite)
Strong administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Experience working cross-departmentally in a university setting

Nice To Haves

PhD degree in a discipline related to the social sciences and humanities
3-5 years of experience in higher education, students affairs, advising, or related area
Experience with Banner, Tableau, and MyDay
Experience with social media platforms (i.e. LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, HootSuite)
Experience developing and making presentations to small and large groups

Responsibilities

Supervises NSSR’s advising staff, including its peer student advisor system, in providing assistance with registration, degree planning, and degree conferral to all NSSR students.
Acts as the lead in the NSSR Dean’s Office in the development of resources and initiatives designed to boost enrollment and retention in the NSSR’s Masters and BAMA (Dual Degree) programs, including: Developing community building activities for all Masters students. Developing resources and communications designed for students in BAMA Early Admissions (BMAD) programs at Lang, from the point of students’ admission to BMAD to their matriculation to a Masters degree at NSSR. Liaising with faculty leadership to develop events and other opportunities for BAMA students to be involved in NSSR departments while they are still in the BA portion of their BAMA degree. Liaising with undergraduate advising in Student Success and Engagement to ensure accurate advisement of BAMA students
Plans and implements new EISJ programming for NSSR students, with a particular emphasis on the development of new affinity groups for graduate students.
Oversees the development and review of advising, registration, and degree conferral resources for NSSR students.
Leads the creation and implementation of all NSSR orientation initiatives including: developing new orientation events and activities for BAMA Early Admissions (BMAD) students, both at the point of admission to the BMAD program and upon matriculation to the Masters portion of their dual degree; developing orientation events for affinity groups; acting as the NSSR liaison to Student Success Orientation Committee meetings, organizing orientation materials, budget, space and reception, communications and guest speakers;
Leads, with the Vice Dean, key aspects of the NSSR Recognition Ceremony.
Acts as reference/liaison for NSSR students with inquiries regarding academic and university policies and procedures.
Oversees the notification process for the following competitions: Dissertation Fellowships, Janey Summer Fund, TA/RA, Student Travel and Research Fund, Student Conference Fund, MA Project Grants.
Serves as the point staff member for Stellic and exceptions, Equivalency Credits and Maintaining Status registrations, interdivisional registrations, CPT registrations, and registration errors.
Collects and maintains dissertation titles, reviews dissertations (NSSR and SPE) for style and format, and enters final dissertation approvals.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement plan administered by TIAA
Qualified Transportation Expense Plan
Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
Paid holidays and floating holidays
Career advancement and professional development opportunities
Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents
Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers