Colby College
AssociateDeanandDirector,PughCenter
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“Associate Dean and Director, Pugh Center at Colby College. Skills: Student affairs leadership, Multicultural center leadership, Student engagement, Intercultural education. Provide leadership for Pugh Center. Provide vision for Pugh Center”
What You'll Achieve.
Advance College's commitment; Support student success; Support student engagement; Support student belonging; Demonstrate program effectiveness; Demonstrate student impact
Industry & Context.
Conflict management; Identify problems
Handle employee information with care, Handle documents with care, Handle sensitive matters with care, Respond to urgent needs, Interact with public, Present professionally, Movement throughout campus, Extended computer use, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Clear vision, Adjust focus, Handle multiple tasks, Handle multiple projects, Shift focus, Organizational skills, Work nights, Work weekends
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree required, Minimum 3-5 years leadership experience, Knowledge of student-centered approaches, Knowledge of equity-minded approaches, Proficiency in managing departmental budgets, Proficiency in securing institutional resources, Proficiency in cultivating campus partnerships, Demonstrated success leading complex initiatives, Skilled in supervising staff, Skilled in managing departmental operations, Background in strategic planning, Background in assessment plans, Background in long range program goals, Ability to identify problems, Ability to connect with students, Ability to earn student trust, Ability to establish boundaries, Ability to maintain boundaries, Flexibility to work nights, Flexibility to work weekends
Nice to Have
Advanced degree preferred, Master's or Doctorate preferred
What You'll Do.
Provide leadership for Pugh Center
Provide vision for Pugh Center
Develop programs for student identity
Develop programs for leadership development
Develop programs for intercultural engagement
Develop programs for community building
Develop programs for restorative practices
Develop programs for inclusive celebrations
Partner to establish strategic priorities
Partner to establish goals
Partner to establish operational plans
Utilize assessment data for development
Utilize research for development
Utilize emerging practices for development
Create opportunities for student success
Create opportunities for student belonging
Create opportunities for student engagement
Direct day to day operations
Supervise professional staff
Supervise student employees
Mentor professional staff
Mentor student employees
Evaluate professional staff
Evaluate student employees
Manage financial resources
Ensure responsible stewardship of budgets
Lead assessment efforts
Prepare reports on program effectiveness
Prepare reports on student impact
Coordinate logistical planning
Coordinate operational support
Coordinate vendor contracts
Provide advising to students
Provide support to students
Provide advising to student organizations
Provide support to student organizations
Convene Pugh Center Leadership Council
Facilitate Pugh Center Leadership Council
Lead high-impact co-curricular programming
Design workshops on equity
Design workshops on intercultural leadership
Design workshops on allyship
Design workshops on restorative practices
Design workshops on conflict resolution
Serve as holistic resource for students
Serve as advocate for students
Empower students to navigate resources
Empower students to leverage opportunities
Empower students to thrive
Participate in Dean on-call responsibilities
Design programs fostering cross-cultural dialogue
Design programs fostering inclusion
Design programs fostering belonging
Build partnerships with departments
Sustain partnerships with departments
Collaborate with offices
Strengthen support networks
Ensure equitable access for students
Ensure equitable success for students
Build connections among students
Build connections among faculty
Build connections among staff
Build connections among community partners
Build connections among alumni network
Serve on institutional committees
Serve on working groups
Represent Pugh Center in initiatives
Represent Pugh Center in engagement efforts
Maintain awareness of current trends
Maintain awareness of best practices
Provide leadership for divisional initiatives
Provide leadership for institutional initiatives
Advise senior leadership on student climate
Advise senior leadership on emerging needs
Advise senior leadership on strategic opportunities
Represent College in professional organizations
Represent College in external partnerships
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Campus partners; Academic departments; Administrative departments; Residential Experience; Admissions; Student Engagement; Leadership Development; Religious and Spiritual Life; DavisConnects; Class Deans; Faculty; Staff; Community partners; Alumni network
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Strategic planning, Operational plans, Logistical planning, Program management, Assessment plans
Full Job Description
# _**Job Description**_ ## **Department:** Special Advisor for Community Engagement ## **Pay Rate Type:** Salary ## **Employee Type:** ## Job Summary: The Associate Dean and Director of the Pugh Center provides strategic leadership for Colby’s multicultural center, serving as a key advocate, educator, and campus partner in fostering student engagement, intercultural learning, leadership development, and community building. Reporting to the Special Advisor to the Provost and Dean for Community Engagement, this position is responsible for overall leadership, administration, programming, staffing, budget management, and assessment of the Pugh Center. The Associate Dean and Director works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus partners to cultivate a welcoming environment that supports the success and engagement of all students, with particular attention to students from historically underrepresented backgrounds. Through strategic planning, innovative programming, and campus-wide collaboration, the Associate Dean and Director advances the College’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaged student experience. # _Essential Functions_ To be successful in this position, an individual should be able to perform the essential duties and bring the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that support the role. Colby College supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. This list of duties is intended to be representative rather than exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. **Strategic Leadership and Program Development** * Provide leadership and vision for the Pugh Center and its affiliated student organizations. * Develop, implement, and assess programs focused on student identity and leadership development, intercultural engagement, community building,
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