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Associate Director of Student Life and Wellness, SP2
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Position Number: 5244062
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Associate Director of Student Life and Wellness, SP2

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Associate Director of Student Life and Wellness, SP2

Job Profile Title
Associate Director C, Student Services

Job Description Summary
The Associate Director of Student Life and Wellness works with and reports to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to manage student affairs for all degree programs and create a supportive, responsive environment in which students can thrive, academically, socially, and emotionally. The Associate Director plays a key role in integrating student support services across all degree programs, including crisis intervention planning. In the absence of the Associate Dean of Student Affairs this role joins the procedures for handling student concerns. The position supports the creation and delivery of programs and services that foster a positive student experience, paying close attention to the unique needs of international students, students of color, LGBTQ students, and first-generation low-income students. Additionally, the position connects with staff and faculty advisors in all academic programs, and Alumni mentors through the SP2 Mentor Collective, to convene relevant school representatives to troubleshoot and plan for a student support strategy. The Associate Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of SP2's New Student Orientation, convocation, and graduation. This position has one direct report.

* All SP2 staff are required to participate in convocation and graduation ceremonies as needed.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Provide advocacy, mentoring and support for students in all degree programs, demonstrating an understanding of the unique needs of students of color, LGBTQ students, international students, and first-generation low-income students. Actively work to support the implementation and success of SP2's three-tier advising system. Create programing that supports the wellness, academic and professional success of SP2 students across programs by working closely with faculty, students, campus resources and alumni.

Design, develop, and distribute information to new students in all degree programs, collaborating with the Director of Admissions and Director of Financial Aid as needed. Plan and execute new student orientations for all degree programs; attend University NSO planning meetings. Develop and implement assessment and evaluation procedures for NSO; analyze results and make changes accordingly. Plan, manage, and execute SP2 Graduation ceremony and events. Collaborate with Associate Director of Student Engagement and Leadership to plan and execute SP2's New Student Orientation, Convocation, and graduation duties annually. Coordinate with SP2 staff regarding required participating for these events.

Provide first-level counseling and advising to students in distress/expressing concerns regarding their academic, social, or emotional experiences. Liaise with, and connect students to, SP2 and campus resources and services (e.g., cultural resource centers, Career Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Health Services, Office of Learning Resources, Student Disabilities Services, Graduate Student Center, Housing Office, Office of International Programs). Provide case management services for high need students as required.

Attend VPUL student affairs liaisons meetings, student disabilities liaisons meetings, and career services liaison meetings, representing SP2's voice and perspective. Report issues and actionable items to the Associate Dean and make recommendations for responses/changes as needed.

Develop and implement assessment and evaluation procedures for student affairs functions. Analyze and report on results to the Associate Dean; help develop strategies, programs/initiatives, and policy changes to address challenges and issues, and to facilitate the creation of a supportive environment in which all students can thrive

Other duties as assigned. All SP2 staff are required to participate in convocation and graduation ceremonies as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience required; Master's degree preferred. The ideal candidate will have: student affairs experience and/or counseling experience; sensitivity to needs of students from diverse backgrounds; strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team; excellent communication skills (speaking, writing, and listening); ability to represent the School and the Associate Dean in a professional manner; flexibility and creativity; the ability to work autonomously, multi-task, organize, coordinate and monitor work in process; proficiency in Microsoft Word, and knowledge of or ability to learn how to use Banner/Advising @Penn Please note, this position requires work in the evenings to accommodate the schedules of part-time students and also requires occasional work on the weekend.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
School of Social Policy and Practice

Pay Range
$51,824.00 - $72,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

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