W M Rice University
Assistant Director, Sallyport Fellows Program
Houston, TX, United States · Director · Full-time
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About the role
- Using a relationship- centered, proactive advising model, this position will work closely with FGLI students, guiding them in making the transition to college and achieving student-determined goals at and beyond Rice.
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- An ideal candidate has a proven track record of success in advising high-need undergraduate students during their transition to college.
Responsibilities
- The Assistant Director of Sallyport Fellows Program (SFP) provides hands-on advising, coaching, and other support to Rice first generation/limited income (FGLI) undergraduate students.
- The Assistant Director will also be responsible for tracking student progress and designing interventions to proactively support student success.
Requirements
- The role is largely M-F, 9:00 am-5:00 pm however, occasional limited nights and weekends may be required during busy periods.
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years of related professional experience in a four-year college or university setting with previous advising or coaching experience
- Coaching and instructional skills, organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly assess the effectiveness of an intervention
Skills
- Master's degree (preferably in college student personnel, counseling, student affairs, or a related field)
- Experience employing holistic proactive/intrusive advising strategies
- Experience supporting student success/undergraduate retention initiatives
- Experience working at a highly selective college or university
- Familiarity with working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Preferences:
Compensation
- Hiring Range: This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a hiring range of $60,000 - $65,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
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Equal opportunity
- If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University's Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.
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