Assistant Director, New Student Programs
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 7, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $54,000 - $57,000
Binghamton University seeks to fill the position of Assistant Director, New Student Programs. This position will serve as a member of the Orientation team, whose primary responsibility is to design and implement an Orientation program for new students as they transition into Binghamton University. This position will also work to support new students in their overall transition throughout their first year.
Duties of this position include:
- Assist the Director for New Student Programs with design, implementation and evaluation of new student orientations, including summer, fall, and spring Orientations
- Serve as primary contact for on campus offices including Academic Advising, Student Services offices and Auxiliary Services and coordinate their involvement in Orientation
- Develop and implement program sessions for new students
- Develop and implement assessment plan
- Oversee Orientation registration system (VZ Orientation) and process
- Responsible for the development and implementation of all virtual components of the Orientation experience including Orientation Checklist, academic advising modules, Binghamton Buzz email series and other online materials
- Responsible for the design, implementation and evaluation of New Student Picnic, Class of B Photo and New Student Welcome events
- Direct supervision, training and recruitment of undergraduate Orientation Advisors
- Direct supervision and training of Returning Orientation Advisor Mentors to further develop their leadership as well as improve the Orientation program
- Direct supervision, training and evaluation of the NODA graduate student interns
- Direct supervision, training and evaluation of Graduate Assistant (academic year)
- Develop and execute the Orientation Advisor training program to provide extensive training and development opportunities
- Advise TEDx Binghamton University student directors including weekly meetings and assistance with event implementation
- Assist the Director with the develop of the communication plan for new students
- Maintain and update New Student Programs website
- Responsible for the oversight and delivery of Orientation publications
- Assist the Director with the management of the Orientation budget, including collecting payments, payment of faculty and staff, and payment for expenses
- Support New Student Programs with additional programs and events throughout the academic year including new initiatives
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Bachelor's degree
- A minimum of 2 years of post-undergraduate experience
- Experience working in a University Setting
- Excellent administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously in a team atmosphere
- Able to work well in a diverse setting that includes faculty, staff, and students
- Master's degree in Student Affairs or a related field
- Working knowledge of Banner, OmniUpdate, and VZOrientation
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=173221
Deadline for Internal Applicants: March 20, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
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