New River Community College
Student Life Manager, Off-Campus Programs
New River Community College, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Overview
Student Life Manager, Off-Campus Programs – Brown University
To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to the Brown Workday posting.
About Us The Division of Pre-College and Undergraduate Programs is dedicated to ensuring a supportive, challenging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate living and learning environment for the approximately 6,000 pre-college students who hail from all 50 states in the U.S. and over 70 countries. Brown University’s Pre-College Programs offer high school students (13-18 years old) an opportunity to study a wide range of liberal arts subjects that reflect the breadth of Brown’s undergraduate Open Curriculum while strengthening their connection to a robust community of peer scholars from around the world. Students develop personal and social skills that are critical to success in the college setting and get a feel for what college life is like. Students enroll in programs with courses that vary in length offered both on-campus and online. There are two types of programs that take place away from the Brown campus: Brown Environmental Leadership Lab (BELL) and Brown Experiential Education (BEE). Both types of programs are immersive and rigorous academic experiences. Program sites are carefully selected to ensure the connection between site and course content offers students a rich experiential learning experience.
General Position Description The Student Life Manager will be part of a staff team that develops and implements a suite of experiential lessons in a transformative learning program for high school students. Staff live and learn alongside students to provide an integrated educational experience. As a team, the program staff support students’ personal growth, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility while fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Teamwork is critical to the success of this immersive learning environment. The team includes an On-Site Director who oversees an On-Site Coordinator(s) and one or two Student Life Managers who support students in their living-learning space. The staff team is responsible for 18 to 45 students. The Student Life Manager is responsible for supporting the On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator through oversight of community development efforts. This role is seasonal and the final candidate will be able to complete all pre-work remotely but is required to be on-site for the duration of the program. This position reports to the On-Site Director and the Assistant Dean of Experiential and Language Programs for BEE programs (BEE Program Director) or the Associate Director of Pre-College and Environmental Studies for BELL programs (BELL Program Director).
A typical program day lasts from 8am until 10pm. Each day will look a little different, but will typically consist of at least one site visit or field trip, at least one on-site lesson, three meals, multiple breaks for students to have free time and/or community time. The Student Life Manager is expected to be accessible by the group at all times, though their primary responsibilities are performed outside of class time, usually in the evenings. Staff are expected to work evenings, weekends, and sometimes respond to incidents that occur overnight. Due to the on-call requirements, the person in this position must live on-site with the students. On-site housing and meals will be provided.
Program Areas BELL
– The BELL program combines concepts in environmental studies, ecology and leadership, with a mission of developing socially responsible leaders. Program overviews include Alaska, USA; Florida Keys, USA; Rhode Island, USA.
BEE
– BEE programs are interdisciplinary and help prepare students for the increasingly complex challenges of the 21st century by exploring the interconnectedness of the global community and exposing students to varied perspectives. Overviews include Barcelona, Spain; Oxford, U.K.
Primary Responsibilities
Pre-Program Planning (Remote)
Review the BEE and BELL On-Site Delivery Guide
Participate in two to three all-staff video conference calls
Engage in ongoing email correspondence about program planning
Review and provide feedback on the program schedule once it is completed by the BEE or BELL Program Director
Attend staff trainings including anaphylaxis training for administering EpiPens and may be required to participate in first aid training
Review program schedule and itinerary and logistics tab on program document to ensure all logistics, such as transportation and entrance tickets are confirmed
Other relevant duties as assigned
On-Site Staff Training and Program Preparation
Arrive five days prior to program start date and depart no earlier than one day after the program concludes
With the On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator, plan activities designed to promote community, wellness and academic success
Learn site-specific risks and concerns, and communicate these risks and mitigation strategies to staff and students
Review arrival day logistics, such as airport shuttle schedule, student welcome with staff
Review schedule and ensure all logistics are confirmed, including transportation and entrance tickets
Assist On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator in preparing living and community spaces for student arrival
Program Operations
Accompany staff and students on all field trips
Facilitate activities designed to promote community, wellness and academic success
Attend daily residential staff meetings
Model inclusive and accepting behavior
Follow emergency protocol and report unsafe, inappropriate and concerning behavior; enforce policies as necessary
Submit incident reports within 24 hours of an incident
Help confirm departure itinerary with students and create staffing plan
Post Program Wrap Up and Debrief
Participate in debrief with all staff upon student departure
For BELL programs: plan staff closing activities and a staff meal
Fill out the anonymous debrief Google Document within two weeks of the program end date
Return program supplies to the On-Site Director
Requirements
Required pre-departure staff meetings start in the spring (TBD based on staff availability)
Graduate degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff and student body and demonstrate cultural competence and inclusiveness
Experience working on a team and implementing programs preferred
Experience with crisis response and crisis management preferred
Strong organizational skills
Fluency in the language spoken on site; e.g., Spanish, if applicable
Passion for educating and mentoring high school students
Adaptability to schedule changes and flexibility with unforeseen challenges
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information
No other obligations for the duration of the employment dates unless approved
All offers of employment contingent upon background check and education requirements
Additional Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Move about inside the office and throughout residence halls
Must be able to exercise good judgment with minimal sleep due to on-call requirements
Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions
Staff are not permitted to have guests visit or stay in their residential spaces
Staff Housing Overview
Alaska, USA: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom
Barcelona, Spain: Single residence hall room with private bathroom
Florida Keys, USA: Shared residence hall room with access to private/shared bathrooms
Oxford, U.K.: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom and hotel room for student pre-arrival and post-departure nights
Rhode Island, USA: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation contingent on program length ($2,120 for a one week program; $3,180 for a two week program)
Round-trip travel to program site and reimbursement of travel expenses (Rhode Island-based programs do not include round trip travel)
Registered through Brown University TravelSafe and International SOS
Insured by University Pre-College Accident Health Insurance Plan (for BELL, if requested)
Housing at affiliate site
Meal plan provided
A smartphone for work-related purposes
Terms The Student Life Manager position is an at-will employment arrangement. This means the University may discontinue employment at any time and for any reason, prior to the conclusion of the Program. Termination includes loss of housing, meal plan, and access to health and travel insurance. A prorated stipend will be provided if termination occurs.
Legal & Questions Brown is an E-Verify Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer statement and related non-discrimination language apply. For questions, contact employment@brown.edu.
How to Apply Please submit an application form for each position, with a cover letter and resume. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to the Brown Workday posting.
About Us The Division of Pre-College and Undergraduate Programs is dedicated to ensuring a supportive, challenging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate living and learning environment for the approximately 6,000 pre-college students who hail from all 50 states in the U.S. and over 70 countries. Brown University’s Pre-College Programs offer high school students (13-18 years old) an opportunity to study a wide range of liberal arts subjects that reflect the breadth of Brown’s undergraduate Open Curriculum while strengthening their connection to a robust community of peer scholars from around the world. Students develop personal and social skills that are critical to success in the college setting and get a feel for what college life is like. Students enroll in programs with courses that vary in length offered both on-campus and online. There are two types of programs that take place away from the Brown campus: Brown Environmental Leadership Lab (BELL) and Brown Experiential Education (BEE). Both types of programs are immersive and rigorous academic experiences. Program sites are carefully selected to ensure the connection between site and course content offers students a rich experiential learning experience.
General Position Description The Student Life Manager will be part of a staff team that develops and implements a suite of experiential lessons in a transformative learning program for high school students. Staff live and learn alongside students to provide an integrated educational experience. As a team, the program staff support students’ personal growth, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility while fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Teamwork is critical to the success of this immersive learning environment. The team includes an On-Site Director who oversees an On-Site Coordinator(s) and one or two Student Life Managers who support students in their living-learning space. The staff team is responsible for 18 to 45 students. The Student Life Manager is responsible for supporting the On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator through oversight of community development efforts. This role is seasonal and the final candidate will be able to complete all pre-work remotely but is required to be on-site for the duration of the program. This position reports to the On-Site Director and the Assistant Dean of Experiential and Language Programs for BEE programs (BEE Program Director) or the Associate Director of Pre-College and Environmental Studies for BELL programs (BELL Program Director).
A typical program day lasts from 8am until 10pm. Each day will look a little different, but will typically consist of at least one site visit or field trip, at least one on-site lesson, three meals, multiple breaks for students to have free time and/or community time. The Student Life Manager is expected to be accessible by the group at all times, though their primary responsibilities are performed outside of class time, usually in the evenings. Staff are expected to work evenings, weekends, and sometimes respond to incidents that occur overnight. Due to the on-call requirements, the person in this position must live on-site with the students. On-site housing and meals will be provided.
Program Areas BELL
– The BELL program combines concepts in environmental studies, ecology and leadership, with a mission of developing socially responsible leaders. Program overviews include Alaska, USA; Florida Keys, USA; Rhode Island, USA.
BEE
– BEE programs are interdisciplinary and help prepare students for the increasingly complex challenges of the 21st century by exploring the interconnectedness of the global community and exposing students to varied perspectives. Overviews include Barcelona, Spain; Oxford, U.K.
Primary Responsibilities
Pre-Program Planning (Remote)
Review the BEE and BELL On-Site Delivery Guide
Participate in two to three all-staff video conference calls
Engage in ongoing email correspondence about program planning
Review and provide feedback on the program schedule once it is completed by the BEE or BELL Program Director
Attend staff trainings including anaphylaxis training for administering EpiPens and may be required to participate in first aid training
Review program schedule and itinerary and logistics tab on program document to ensure all logistics, such as transportation and entrance tickets are confirmed
Other relevant duties as assigned
On-Site Staff Training and Program Preparation
Arrive five days prior to program start date and depart no earlier than one day after the program concludes
With the On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator, plan activities designed to promote community, wellness and academic success
Learn site-specific risks and concerns, and communicate these risks and mitigation strategies to staff and students
Review arrival day logistics, such as airport shuttle schedule, student welcome with staff
Review schedule and ensure all logistics are confirmed, including transportation and entrance tickets
Assist On-Site Director and On-Site Coordinator in preparing living and community spaces for student arrival
Program Operations
Accompany staff and students on all field trips
Facilitate activities designed to promote community, wellness and academic success
Attend daily residential staff meetings
Model inclusive and accepting behavior
Follow emergency protocol and report unsafe, inappropriate and concerning behavior; enforce policies as necessary
Submit incident reports within 24 hours of an incident
Help confirm departure itinerary with students and create staffing plan
Post Program Wrap Up and Debrief
Participate in debrief with all staff upon student departure
For BELL programs: plan staff closing activities and a staff meal
Fill out the anonymous debrief Google Document within two weeks of the program end date
Return program supplies to the On-Site Director
Requirements
Required pre-departure staff meetings start in the spring (TBD based on staff availability)
Graduate degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff and student body and demonstrate cultural competence and inclusiveness
Experience working on a team and implementing programs preferred
Experience with crisis response and crisis management preferred
Strong organizational skills
Fluency in the language spoken on site; e.g., Spanish, if applicable
Passion for educating and mentoring high school students
Adaptability to schedule changes and flexibility with unforeseen challenges
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information
No other obligations for the duration of the employment dates unless approved
All offers of employment contingent upon background check and education requirements
Additional Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Move about inside the office and throughout residence halls
Must be able to exercise good judgment with minimal sleep due to on-call requirements
Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions
Staff are not permitted to have guests visit or stay in their residential spaces
Staff Housing Overview
Alaska, USA: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom
Barcelona, Spain: Single residence hall room with private bathroom
Florida Keys, USA: Shared residence hall room with access to private/shared bathrooms
Oxford, U.K.: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom and hotel room for student pre-arrival and post-departure nights
Rhode Island, USA: Single residence hall room with private/shared bathroom
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation contingent on program length ($2,120 for a one week program; $3,180 for a two week program)
Round-trip travel to program site and reimbursement of travel expenses (Rhode Island-based programs do not include round trip travel)
Registered through Brown University TravelSafe and International SOS
Insured by University Pre-College Accident Health Insurance Plan (for BELL, if requested)
Housing at affiliate site
Meal plan provided
A smartphone for work-related purposes
Terms The Student Life Manager position is an at-will employment arrangement. This means the University may discontinue employment at any time and for any reason, prior to the conclusion of the Program. Termination includes loss of housing, meal plan, and access to health and travel insurance. A prorated stipend will be provided if termination occurs.
Legal & Questions Brown is an E-Verify Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer statement and related non-discrimination language apply. For questions, contact employment@brown.edu.
How to Apply Please submit an application form for each position, with a cover letter and resume. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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