What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Dean Washington Programs position at Syracuse University?
Job #
041743
Department Code
22032-1241
Department
Maxwell
Job Title
Assistant Dean Washington Programs
Location
Washington, DC
Pay Range
$132,000 - $175,000
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level
S6
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type
Full-time
Campus
Washington, DC
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Assistant Dean for Maxwell in Washington, D.C. directs a year-round academic program in the nation’s capital. Maxwell in Washington hosts approximately 200 undergraduate and graduate students annually for a combination of courses and internships with a diverse set of organizations. This is a 12-month position. The Assistant Dean works with the Dean, the Dean’s executive team, the staff of main campus and D.C., and other stakeholders to oversee the development and implementation of a strategic plan for Maxwell in Washington that aligns with Syracuse University and the Maxwell School’s strategic plans. The Assistant Dean recruits and mentors’ students, creates and nurtures institutional partnerships, develops new programs and initiatives, recruits and retains faculty to teach across all levels of the program, assesses and strengthens curriculum, manages the D.C.-based staff, and promotes Maxwell in D.C. to current and future stakeholders. With the D.C.-based staff and in consultation with staff on main campus as necessary, the Assistant Dean oversees all aspects of the undergraduate student experience in D.C., including academic programming and administration, internship placement, academic and career advising, international student issues, housing, professional development, and health and well-being.
Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in international affairs, public administration, or similar field required, Doctoral degree preferred.
- Higher education teaching and academic administration experience highly desired.
Skills and Knowledge
- Higher education teaching and academic administration experience.
- Understanding of DC policy community.
- Understanding of curriculum development at a University.
- Knowledge of best practices in graduate and undergraduate recruitment and enrollment management
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with partners and colleagues across a complex institutional framework.
- Possess outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the strategic plan for Maxwell in Washington, D.C. Nurture and grow an outstanding student experience for undergraduate and graduate students that emphasizes experiential learning and professional development.
- Supervise and participate in the mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students as they take courses, pursue internships, and seek career opportunities.
- Supervise and participate in creating alumni networking, professional development, career guidance, and mentoring opportunities for students at all levels of the program.
- Supervise staff and participate in the practical, day-to-day administration of Maxwell in D.C.’s programs.
- Liaise with D.C. based and main campus staff to achieve strategic goals related to: recruitment; managing relations with internship hosts; academic advising and course registration; career advising; event planning; communications; student housing; information and computing technology; health and well-being; managing program resources and budget; providing monetary grants to students; and cultivating development and alumni relations.
- Oversee the hosting of faculty, alumni, and other visitors from main campus, including the annual Maxwell Advisory Board meeting.
- Build relationships with D.C. policy community: government agencies; foreign embassies; NGOs; trade associations; private sector contractors, etc., as pipelines for student internships, alumni connections, and feeder organizations for Maxwell programs.
- Play key role in Maxwell’s overall outreach in Washington, DC.
- Nurture existing and develop new college/university partnerships; travel to Pittsburgh, Denver, Boston, and Wooster to recruit students/promote the program.
- Recruit, coach, supervise, and retain part-time faculty. Develop and review all aspects of the curriculum for the several programs.
- Supervise DC based staff; review their performance.
- Oversee and review the annual budget (multiple program budgets) for D.C. operations.
- Supervise staff and faculty expenditures. Draft MOUs and terms of reference; oversee billing of partners based on MOU parameters.
- Prepare cost-share allocations and project budgets for institutional partnerships.
- Oversee budgetary aspects of student apartments, including program expenditures to cover unfilled beds.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
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Salary : $132,000 - $175,000
