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Job Summary

• This is a live-in position with Rensselaer provided housing.

The Assistant Dean for the Fraternity & Sorority Commons will assist the Associate Dean for Fraternity & Sorority Commons (FSC) in creating and sustaining the vision for the fraternity and sorority community as an integral part of the Student Experience. The Assistant Dean will have a shared responsibility in working with and supporting fraternity/sorority organizations in their living, meeting, and programming spaces.

The Assistant Dean will assist the Associate Dean in the creation of sustainable, inclusive, and developmentally rich programs, and aid in matters related to community risk and liability management

In addition, the incumbent will support the Associate Dean in all health and safety initiatives for both on/off campus properties. The Assistant Dean will work with community partners on diversity, equity and inclusion education, large scale community philanthropic initiatives, and work to support various programming and educational workshops.

The Assistant Dean will also work to develop and implement effective public relations and marketing strategies to support community/council awareness. The Assistant Dean will support student staff, and provide advisement for up to two councils, and share coaching responsibilities for a grouping of designated organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
• Two (2) years’ of experience in a closely related Student Affairs role, including the following:
  • Demonstrated experience advising and counseling students
  • Demonstrated experience responding appropriately to student concerns and manage student issues
• Ability to travel to on-campus and off-campus locations within the Capital District as a requirement of on-call duties

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in student personnel, higher education administration, or related area
•  Valid US Driver license
• Preference given to those with experience working directly with fraternity & sorority organizations

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of fraternity/sorority systems, national and regional trends, policies, procedures, governance, organizational development and recruitment processes
• Ability to exercise good judgment and the ability to remain unbiased and impartial in dealing with fraternity and sorority issues
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills

Shift

This position serves irregular hours and on-call to meet residential student needs, requiring the ability to travel to on-campus and off-campus locations within the Capital District.

Driving

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected pay: $51,500

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.