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Director of Advising

Full-time Administrator (Level 17)

Salary Range $75,000 - $85,000 (salary is commensurate on experience)

Reports to: Dean of Students

FLSA Status: Exempt

This position will be open until filled.

*This position requires the PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Check and FBI Fingerprints as a condition of employment.

**This position has college-wide responsibilities and requires travel between all campuses and off-site locations. Location will mainly be at the Blue Bell campus.

***This position has been approved for a flexible work option arrangement. Flexible work options can be ended at any time by the College, Cabinet, and/or supervisors based on employee performance and/or as institutional needs change.

BASIC PURPOSE:

The Director of Advising works in collaboration with the Dean Students to support vision, philosophy, and delivery of innovative and integrated student support through academic advising services. The Director of Advising is responsible for direct supervision of academic advising and transfer services teams. The Director of Advising will work collaboratively, and in conjunction with the Dean of Students, the Executive Director of Enrollment Management, the Coordinator of Advising and other College leadership team members, and colleagues to enhance enrollment management, retention, and onboarding of students through the academic advising process. Additionally, the Director of Advising provides support and leadership for student success initiatives related to strategic planning, advising philosophy, retention, and staff training and development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Provide supervision and management for all advisors and advising initiatives through the daily operations of the Student Success Centers, which include data collection/analysis, schedule development and oversight, staff training, development and supervision, and budget management. Serve as the point-person and primary liaison between Student Affairs, Enrollment Services, Academic Affairs, Information Technology, Marketing, and Institutional Research for all advising inquiries and initiatives. Ensure consistent best advising practices in creating, updating, and implementing key advising philosophy, goals and initiatives which support student success. Champion the strategic intergration and ongoing optimization of internal and external student success technologies that directly support learning pathways, ensuring tools for planning, scheduling, and engagement are aligned with academic goals, foster timely progression, and measurably improve retention and degree attainment. Work with faculty and staff to create and implement proactive student-oriented programs and protocols which support student success and retention. Develop transfer initiatives, programs, and knowledge base information for students through collaboration with Academic Affairs, and advisors. Understand and develop statistical and/or data-supported reports necessary to manage the delivery of advising and student success initiatives. Oversee the schedule of advisors based on data, student needs, and advising model philosophy. Responsible for the completion of the performance management process of advisors and the collaboration with Academic Affairs of the faculty advisor student-evaluation system. Responsible for advising-related communication strategies including the portal, web site, other relational software, and printed materials for dissemination to the College community. Provide appropriate referrals to specialized student services such as Wellness, Disability, and Tutoring Services as needed. Serve as an influential voice on college-wide committees, work groups, and collaborative initiatives throughout the institution with a focus on the student experience, improved persistance and educational outcomes. Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS :

Master's degree in a related field required. Minimum 3-5 years administrative work experience required, preferably at a higher education institution. Supervisory and managerial experience working with unionized employees and work units preferred. Community college experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated success in planning and implementing special projects including grants, and entrepreneurial opportunities preferred. ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge of current issues and trends in student development and student services Commitment to data informed decision making Commitment to student access, success, and completion Strong student and faculty advocate Passionate in presence about the importance of community college leadership Possess strong personal qualities of honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, and creativity Understanding of and commitment to the community college philosophy and mission Appreciation for and demonstrates commitment to diversity Demonstrates ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships

Montgomery County Community College is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, age, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender presentation, veteran's status, marital status or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable statutes.

Inquiries concerning Title IX relating to equal opportunity on the basis of sex should be referred to: Title IX Coordinator, Mikiba W. Morehead, Ed.D., TNG, LLC, at titleixcoordinator@mc3.edu.

All other equal opportunity inquiries, including those based upon disability, should be referred to: The Director of Equity, Diversity & Belonging, at 504@mc3.edu or 215-619-7383.