[nativestudies-l] JOB: Yale seeks Asst Dean for Native American Affairs, Director of Native American Cultural Center

[Alyssa Mt. Pleasant]

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http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/external/index.html

Original Posting Date    30-Oct-2009
STARS Requisition number    8572BR
Department    Undergrad Affairs
University Generic Title    Assistant Dean
Posting Position Title    Director, Native American Cultural Center and 
Asst Dean, Yale College
Bargaining Unit    None
Job Category    Managerial & Professional
Type of Employment    Full Time
Duration Type    Regular
Salary Grade_ (Min/Max)   _ 00
Work Week    Standard - 37.5 hrs (M-F, 8:30-5:00)
Work Location    Central Campus
Worksite Address    1 Prospect
Position General Purpose    While reporting to the Dean of Student 
Affairs, provide strategic direction for the work of the Native-American 
Cultural Center, and supervise its daily operation. Serve on committees 
and lead various student and academic programs.

Anticipated start date: Negotiable, but we anticipate July 1, 2010 or 
thereafter. Review of applications to begin January 19, 2010. 
Three-year, renewable term appointment.
Essential Duties    1. Manage and oversee the Native-American Cultural 
Center in all its aspects.
2. Work collaboratively with members of the administration to define the 
appropriate identity for the Center and to plan for its support and 
nurture; with undergraduates in developing services, organizing 
activities and sponsoring events; and with Deans and faculty in academic 
and personal advising, counseling and guidance matters.
3. Work with the Dean of Admissions and his staff, and with the Dean of 
Freshman Affairs in admitting and aiding integration of Native-American 
students into the larger community.
4. Actively work with the Advisory Board to advise and provide support 
for the Center and its goals. Develop a long-term strategic plan for the 
Center.
5. Oversee the physical facilities of the Center. Hire, train and 
supervise student workers. Manage the budget for the Center and assist 
in seeking additional sources of support.
6. Work cooperatively with directors of cultural centers and other 
organizations to foster intergroup dialogue and enhance intercultural 
interactions.
7. Oversee programs in Yale College including serving on committees, 
chairing committees, running special projects, and working for the 
welfare of all Yale students.
8. Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience    1. Master's Degree in a related field and 
four years of experience in academic administration or management.
Additional Education and Experience    1. Proven experience in working 
with students, faculty, academic administrator and community groups.
2. Preferred: PhD in related field.
Skills & Abilities    1. Excellent oral and written communication and 
analytical skills.
2. Ability to work a schedule that is flexible and includes evenings and 
occasional weekends.
3. Ability to work independently as well as a committee member and a 
member of teams.
4. Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with senior 
administrators, staff and faculty.
6. Ability to supervise a staff of professionals, graduate students and 
undergraduate students.
7. Strong leadership skills, and the ability to create and lead 
effective teams.
8. Budgeting and strategic planning skills.
9. General computer knowledge and working knowledge with a variety of 
software packages including Outlook, Word and Excel.
10. Knowledgeable about issues in the Native American communities and a 
commitment to translating these into a local academic context.
Background Check Requirements    All external candidates for employment 
will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent 
on successful completion of a background check.
Weekend Hours Required?    Occasional
Evening Hours Required?   

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