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Associate Director

Position Number: 4074017
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Associate Director

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

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Posted Job Title
Associate Director

Job Profile Title
Associate Director B, Student Services

Job Description Summary
This position provides administrative and project management support for the programs and services at the Greenfield Intercultural Center. Specifically, the Associate Director will provide oversight for building intercultural communities and overseeing student leadership development opportunities with the goal of promoting students' academic and personal success. The Associate Director is also responsible for providing leadership for developing wellness initiatives that center students at the intersection of their identities and lived experiences. The Associate Director will also work closely with Native, Indigenous and First Nation students to support community building, leadership development, program planning and implementation. The Associate Director will work closely with campus partners to create opportunities to connect students' curricular and co-curricular learning.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Provide oversight for building intercultural communities and overseeing wellness initiatives that center students at the intersection of their identities and lived experiences in order to promote academic and personal success.
Collaborate with GIC staff and campus partners on upgrading the online donated book library, maintaining the GIC pantry and facilitating our Learning Communities, as well as, organizing other support and wellness initiatives designed to promote wellness and success at Penn.
Support and advise Natives at Penn and assist in the design and implementation of events connected to Indigenous People Day, Native Heritage Month, GIC's Annual Powwow, attendance at or hosting of All Ivy Native Conference, Climate Week, Earth Day, Welcome and Graduation programs and any other related programs.
Serve as point person for the Office of Admissions in supporting recruitment of students with a special focus on supporting the recruitment of Native, Indigenous and First Nations students.
Design and implement student leadership retreats and other activities to support student leadership and student groups' organizational goals.
Advise and coach students through academic, social, personal and identity transitions and serve as resource to students, making referrals when appropriate,
Assist the center in offering workshops on Diversity and Inclusion with the goal of helping campus partners develop best practices in supporting diverse communities at Penn.
Provide information sessions at SALT and other opportunities to raise visibility of the center's programs and services among faculty, staff and students.
Provide assistance with budgetary management within an approved budget.
Assist in the design and implementation of assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness.
Provide oversight for the center's Virtual Alumni community designed to help students build their network for personal and professional growth. Design innovative campaigns to enhance student engagement on the platform and assist center staff in cultivating alumni engagement for the platform.
Support the center's Graduate Student Placement Program and supervise at least one graduate student intern.
Participate in department and divisional meetings and activities as directed.
Assist in the training and supervision of student assistants and graduate student interns.
Assist in the staffing of the Center.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required.
Master's degree and three to five years of related experience strongly preferred.
Strong preference for experience in the following fields; Student Development, Social Justice Education, Social Work, Counseling, Ethnic Studies, Native and Indigenous Studies, or a related field.
Exemplary project management skills and proven examples of sustainable event management.
Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community.
Demonstrated skills in curriculum design and facilitation including an understanding of student development theory, group dynamics and leadership development.
Experience managing and supervising part time student staff and interns.
Ability to work independently and as a member of the team. Ability to collaborate and consult with multiple campus constituents including but not limited to senior level administrators, faculty, graduate and undergraduate students and alumni.
Effective organizational and management skills required.
Effective written and oral communications skills required.
Must be open to working in a flexible, fast paced environment with numerous stakeholders.
Must be available for some evening and weekend hours.

Application Requirement

A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

Targeted Pay Range

$43,919 - $60,000. Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hybrid Eligible - This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with a work week divided between working onsite and working remotely.

Department / School
Student Services

Pay Range
$43,919.00 - $66,183.00
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Greenfield-Intercultural-Center/Associate-Director_JR00070231

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