Associate Director of the Harvard Foundation

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University Foundation seeks an Associate Director to lead student life initiatives within the College, coordinating events and programs that foster a pluralistic, inclusive campus community.

Reporting to the Harvard Foundation Senior/Director, you will supervise undergraduate and graduate staff, advise student organizations, and partner with C&C, DSO, and campus partners to advance programming, assessments, and strategic student engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Master’s degree preferred; experience in higher education is a plus.
• Experience with student activities, programming/events and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage assessment needs of the student body and organize educational, social and cultural activities.
• Oversee development and implementation of programs and events.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate student employees and advise student organizations.
• Collaborate with campus partners and act as liaison to other offices and programs.
• Develop learning outcomes and assess program data.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program management

Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community thatadvances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways,inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills andexpertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcomingenvironment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Manage assessment needs of the student body and the organization ofeducational, social and cultural activities.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Programming and Events

• Oversee the development and implementation of an intersectionalarray of programs and events which account for students’developmental needs.
• Develop ongoing mechanisms for feedback from currentundergraduates and from alumni to inform program development andimplementation.
• Share responsibility for budget oversight for programs andevents.
• Collaborate with campus partners and act as liaison to otherDSO and College offices and programs responsible for studentorganization, advising, planning and events, etc.
• Develop learning outcomes and collect and assess programdata.
• Provide programmatic leadership and administrative direction ofHarvard Foundation space in Sever Hall.
• Serve as administrative lead for and advisor to the First-YearInternational Program, a pre-orientation program for internationalstudents and U.S. students who have lived overseas.
• Support Woodbridge students in their community buildingefforts.
• In partnership with Program Manager for Military Students,provide leadership and support for military and veteranstudents.

Residential Staff Training

• Collaborate with colleagues in the C&C and Residential Lifeoffices who advise and support C&C Proctors and Tutors inaddressing emergent, sensitive issues in the residences.
• Support the work to identify and coordinate additional trainingopportunities for Proctors and Tutors and help to foster increasedcollaboration between the C&C team, Harvard Foundation, andResidential staff.

Supervision, Student Advising, and OrganizationAdvising

• Hire, train, and supervise undergraduate and graduate studentemployees.
• Advise student organizations and conduct leadership developmentto equip them to advance their missions.
• Represent student views in appropriate arenas and providecontinuous feedback between students and the collegeadministration.
• Play a key role in program development that will enhance theCollege community’s awareness of student and community issues.
• Support capacity-building for colleagues in other functionalareas to ensure deeper awareness of and greater sensitivity tostudent needs is continually reflected through their work. Makereferrals to related resources as needed.
• Other duties as assigned according to the changing needs of thecommunity.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office setting. May be required to worknights and weekends. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at itsdiscretion and based upon operational needs and objectives andconsistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on-site inCambridge, MA during term time (first day of classes throughcommencement), with the exception of student breaks. When notworking at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees inhybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state incompliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts .Additional details about the College policy will be discussedduring the interview process. Certain visa types and fundingsources may limit work location. Individuals must meet worklocation sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use forextended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and otherphysical exertion

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in higher education preferred.
• Experience with student activities managing programming/eventsand assessment.
• Ability to forge collaborative relationships with diverseconstituencies including students, staff, and faculty.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written andverbal.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively on multiple taskswith minimal supervision.
• Available to work evenings about once a week and weekends.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

JOB SUMMARY

Working within the Harvard Foundation, Office of Culture & Community (C&C) and the Dean of Students Office (DSO) at large,the Associate Director will report to either the Senior Director orDirector of the Harvard Foundation and will direct initiativesrelated to supporting student life at the College and will provideleadership to foster community, respect and respectful dialogue,sustained engagement among the College’s community of communities.The Associate Director will coordinate events that foster communityamongst undergrads at the College, and which cultivate apluralistic environment.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatall duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit worklocation. Individuals must meet work location sponsorshiprequirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view thecorresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talentfrom all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensureeveryone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our communityadvance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on thebasis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability,or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in theuniversity's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help allcommunity members participate fully in work and campus life freefrom harassment and discrimination.