Assistant Dean for Academic Programs and Advising

The Assistant Dean for Academic Programs and Advising supports student success as part of the student care team, through academic orientation of first-year and transfer students, and by collaborating with the Associate Dean for Advising on advisor training, first-year seminar instructor training, and the first-year experience. 

About The Department:

The Academic Programs and Advising Office works closely with faculty and staff to carry out the academic mission of the college. We support faculty advisors, support Macalester’s First-Year Course Program, manage the Academic Standing process, work with students in academic difficulty, facilitate Macalester’s departmentally-based Honors Program, and oversee funds for student academic travel, prizes and awards, and honors.

• Student Support:
• Meet individually with students and serve as liaison between faculty and students
• Serve on the care team
• Convene the academic standing committee and meet with students on probation; reach out to students after midterm grades
• Communicate and implement academic policies such as academic integrity, grade appeals, late withdrawal requests, study away appeals, and incompletes.
• First-Year, Transfer, and Exchange Student Onboarding: 
• Provide academic affairs components for orientation and first year course program
• Oversee the placement of incoming students in classes
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Advising on training for FYC instructors and preceptors
• Academic onboarding, advising, and class selection for transfer and exchange students
• Support students on placement and meeting the Language Requirement.
• Advising and Advisor Training: 
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Advising on advising training for faculty and staff
• Manage the assignment and distribution of faculty advising loads and advisor changes
• Student Prizes and Awards and Departmental Honors: 
• Oversee honors program and budget
• Oversee academic prizes and awards
• Manage and award funds for student academic travel
• Committee Assignments:
• Educational Policy and Governance Committee
• New Student Portal Committee
• Exchange Student review team
• Academic affairs administration:
• Respond to inquiries from current students, parents, and prospective students
• Oversee academic policies in the student handbook
• Oversee preceptorships
• Support December and May graduations including production of programs
• Communicate with the Registrar’s Office on academic policy questions and appeals.

• Master’s Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or Related Field required 
• Demonstrated commitment to working with individuals of color, first-generation college students and/or individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to the public good and student development
• 3-5 years of experience in higher education, specifically experience with advising, teaching, and/or managing an academic or honors program
• Knowledge of or training in the scholarship and practice of advising in higher education
• Experience managing programs
• Fluency in Google Business Suite.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$78,000, depending on experience. 

Benefits:

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan. 
• Generous parental leave. 
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities. Review of applications will begin immediately. Priority will be given to candidates who apply by May 3, however, we will continue to accept applications after this date. The interview process will begin after this date and the role will be posted until filled.

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager 

jhoward3@Macalester.edu

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.