Description
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is seeking an Associate Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (AP/Dean). If you are passionate about enhancing the student experience and driving impactful changes in higher education, we invite you to apply.
The Associate Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (AP/Dean) provides strategic leadership for the MGH Institute of Health Professions in the areas of student services, admissions and other enrollment services, and overall student success. The AP/Dean is responsible for creating a dynamic, productive management environment for a diverse team of experienced student affairs professionals across several offices, including Enrollment Services, Student Affairs and Services, and the Ombuds. Further, the leader will advance scholarship that explores the student journey to and through health professions education. The AP/Dean reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and is the institution's senior student affairs officer entrusted with the oversight of all areas of enrollment management, student life, co-curricular educational programming, and crisis/conflict management. The AP/Dean oversees the engagement, recruitment, enrollment, and retention support initiatives and collaborates with other institutional leaders and teams to ensure a robust, diverse, and qualified student body. The AP/Dean contributes expertise and advocacy to sustain and advance student success; support a safe, healthy, inclusive, and accessible campus; nurture student leadership development and volunteerism; and ensure exceptional graduate outcomes. The AP/Dean is an important point of contact for students, faculty, and academic staff and leader who exemplifies the institution's [core values](https://www.mghihp.edu/about/mission-vision#:~:text=The highest standards of professional, academic, and scholarly,every person is treated with dignity and respect.) and commitment to our mission.
*The key roles and responsibilities of the AP/Dean are as follows: *
Coordinate, develop, and evaluate student support services and programs using a data-driven and value-based approach.Advocate for student needs across the institution, contributing to overall academic success and an exceptional student experience. Lead efforts to promote student well-being, community engagement and volunteerism, professional growth and leadership development, and career readiness. Anticipate and address the evolving needs of students, including learners in on-campus, online, and blended courses and programs. Design and implement a strategic enrollment and recruitment plan that aligns with institutional goals for student diversity and quality as well as enrollment growth. Provide oversight and accountability for all enrollment services, including recruitment and admissions, financial aid, records and registration, and student financial services.Develop and continuously improve strategies, objectives, tactics, and team capability to compete successfully in a highly competitive recruitment and admissions environment. Ensure continuity, accuracy, and compliance with relevant policies and regulations. Guide the ongoing assessment of student outcomes and continuous quality improvement efforts, using data from admissions to graduation and beyond.Oversee efforts to nurture relationships and a culture of civility and respect between students and the rest of the campus community. Oversee and effectively manage the budget, personnel, and operations for each of the operational units within the Offices of Enrollment Services, Student Affairs and Services, and the Ombuds, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration. Partner with other institutional personnel and teams to advance strategic goals related to student affairs, support services, and student success initiatives. Collaborate closely with faculty, staff, students, administration (including the provost, deans, and program leaders), and other constituents to gain a global view of enrollment and student support as well as a deep appreciation for and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Serve as a subject matter expert and institutional advisor on matters related to student success, enrollment management, support and accessibility services, relevant regulatory issues, and the overall student experience
Qualifications
*Requirements*
* The successful candidate will bring significant experience (= 5 years) in health professions education and higher education leadership.
The successful candidate will have earned a doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., clinical doctorate, EdD, PhD, etc.).The successful candidate will demonstrate a sufficient track record of scholarly achievement and experience to be eligible for appointment to the faculty at a senior faculty rank (e.g., associate or full professor). The appointment is expected to begin January 1, 2025, but the institution is open to explore an earlier or later start date based on the interests of the successful final candidate. Applications are invited and will be screened until the position is filled.
The MGH Institute of Health Professions is committed to enhancing diversity and equity in education and leadership. To that end, the IHP welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences, who are prepared to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
*Skills Considered Essential for Success*
Demonstrate accountability and flexibility. Commitment to the vision, mission, and core values of the institution. Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations, and procedures.Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.Ability to make sound judgments and use data to inform decision making and make projections. -Ability to develop strategies and refine them after feedback from key constituents.* Experience managing a team with a collaborative approach.
* Ability to deliver positive results and team performance to goal.
Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
* Enthusiasm for student engagement and development.
Civility in all interactions.
* Appreciation for and understanding of diverse audiences and communities.
* Commitment to lifelong learning and up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices.
*About MGH Institute of Health Professions*
MGH Institute of Health Professions is a graduate school in Boston that provides entry-level and post-professional programs in Nursing, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. The PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences and a PhD and Master of Science in Health Professions Education have been added in recent years to meet rising demand for highly educated health care professionals, educators, and researchers. Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals. The IHP is the only degree-granting affiliate in Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private employer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Institute has been recognized multiple times by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a "Great College to Work For." A leading health sciences educational institution, MGH Institute provides students with outstanding academic programs, many of which are ranked among the best in the nation. MGH Institute of Health Professions has announced an organization-wide anti-racism initiative to think boldly about race and bring together all members of the IHP community to address systemic racial injustice as well as oppression more broadly. The plan seeks to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment and better support the diverse communities the school serves. We are excited about this new initiative and are hiring employees who are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and will contribute to our anti-racism and anti-oppression approach
*Primary Location: *MA-Charlestown-MGH IHP
*Work Locations: *
MGH IHP (MGHCharlestownIHP)
36 First Avenue
Charlestown, 02129
*Job: *Education - Management
*Organization: *Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
*Schedule: *Full-time
*Shift: *Day Job
*Employee Status: *Regular
*Job Posting: *Aug 22, 2024
