Assistant Director of Advising and Retention - Liberal Studies

Arts & Science is seeking a dynamic Assistant Director of Advising and Retention to join the Liberal Studies advising team. Advise students in Liberal Studies on academic programs, providing practical information related to the curriculum and degree progress, as well as administrative aspects of course selection and registration. This includes advisement for students in Liberal Studies, where students transition onto 8 undergraduate schools at NYU (representing 90 majors) as well as internal transfer options. Help students make informed decisions about their academic and professional goals. Interpret institutional policies and procedures for Liberal Studies, NYU, and relevant programming areas; and recommend or approve special exceptions when necessary. Facilitate access to University resources and support services through appropriate referrals. Each Assistant Director in Liberal Studies has a portfolio that consists of five components: (1) assigned caseloads for advisement from the general student population based on alphabetical distribution, (2) additional advisement and support for a special student population, (3) assigned programming areas which will be developed on behalf of students and colleagues, (4) service on relevant internal or external committees, and (5) liaison responsibilities with appointed schools or programs at NYU. The Assistant Director for Advising and Retention supports services and programs for students at academic risk, academic reviews for students eligible for probation or dismissal, development and facilitation of student success modules and workshops, faculty outreach and support, and other efforts to promote persistence. This includes early warning protocols and interventions, probation and dismissal notifications and guidance, non-attendance and other alert tracking through NYU Connect, incomplete grade tracking and outreach, etc. In addition, this position provides advisement and resource development to special populations such as Opportunity Programs, first-generation students, and commuter students. The Assistant Director liaises with relevant departments at NYU, such as OP, Moses Center, University Learning Center, and Wellness and Counseling; and serves on relevant University and School committees.

Required Education:
Master's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or other appropriate field.

Required Experience:
3+ years years' relevant experience in student advising or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience:
Experience advising undergraduate students in liberal arts, in addition to experience with at-risk student populations and/or college access programs.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to advise and provide solutions to problems. Knowledge of standard office software (Google Apps, Microsoft, etc).

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of academic skills development, best practices and theories in student persistence, as well as program assessment methods are preferred.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $74,520.00 to USD $80,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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