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Assoc Dean-Student Affairs
Columbia University
Position Summary Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs ("SIPA") seeks a creative and energetic Associate Dean for Student Affairs with the experience necessary to direct and provide innovative academic and extracurricular student services to over 1,300 graduate professional students from over 150 countries. As a key member of SIPA's leadership team working directly with the Dean and reporting to SIPA's Senior Associate Dean, the Associate Dean for Student Affairs has principal responsibility for providing strategic leadership, vision, oversight and coordination for all dimensions of student services. The Associate Dean for Student Affairs leads an Office of Student Affairs ("OSA") that includes seven highly experienced assistant deans and three administrative support staff. The responsibilities of OSA include advising, registration, student life, co-curricular programming, orientation, graduation, academic progress, assistantships, student records, graduate housing, disability accommodations, wellness, and academic integrity and community standards. Key Responsibilities Serves on SIPA's Executive Staff and Senior Staff, and advises the Dean, Senior Associate Dean and Vice Dean on all aspects of its student affairs operation. Works closely with the Associate Deans for Academic Affairs, Communications and External Relations, Administration and Finance, and Development on a wide range of policies and matters impacting SIPA students. As a member of the SIPA's Admissions Committee, manages OSA's participation in the admissions process, including reviewing and ranking applications. Oversees advanced standing process. Working closely with the Office of the University Registrar, peer schools on campus and other stakeholders internal to and outside SIPA, exercises oversight of the SIPA's registration and cross-registration operations. Directs OSA professional staff in developing policies and procedures designed to deliver effective registration-related services. Oversees the application and selection process for over 400 paid student assistant positions annually. Serves on SIPA's Diversity Committee, and oversees OSA's support to the Diversity Committee and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training and programming for students. Meets regularly with the Executive Board of SIPA's student government ("SIPASA"), responding to issues raised by student leaders and apprising the Dean's Office of the same. Coordinates meetings between SIPASA's Executive Board and the Dean, as well as "Fireside Chats" between the Dean and all SIPA students. Coordinates and oversees all OSA communications with the student body, including regular newsletters and other important messaging as circumstances require. Manages OSA's engagement with the Global Public Policy Network ("GPPN"), including admissions and advising for international dual-degree students from global partner schools. Also works with the Dean to manage GPPN programming and overall strategic direction. Serves as a liaison to officers at these participating schools and manages agreements and revises/enforces program requirements. Manages SIPA's Five-Year dual degree program with Columbia College, Barnard College, and the School of General Studies, including admissions and advising for participating undergraduates. Serves as a liaison to officers at these participating schools and manages agreements and revises/enforces program requirements. Minimum Qualifications SIPA seeks a well-rounded, creative, and energetic professional who will bring to this position broad experience and proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in support of SIPA students. The Associate Dean will possess an affinity for the mission of the School and its future that builds upon a 73-year history as a leading academic voice in international affairs and public policy. Specific qualifications include:
Preferred Qualifications
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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