Associate Director Transfer Student Success
Portland State University
Position Announcement Position Details Proposed Start Date 11/04/2024 Classification Title Academic Services Rank N - No Rank Working Title Associate Director Transfer Student Success Department 200205 - OSS Office of Student Success Position Number D90612 Representation UU - Unclassified Unrepresented Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable 09/30/2028 Position FTE 1.0 Tenure Status N - not applicable Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. Position Summary The Associate Director to oversees the collaboration and development of transfer agreements, pathways, programs, and policies between partner colleges, and other community colleges in the Portland Metro area and PSU from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2028. Under the principal investigator’s and co-investigator’s direction, this role supports both the program’s deliverables and broader academic partnerships between PSU and community college partners.
The Associate Director of Transfer Student Success reports to the Executive Director of Student Success and PI of the ACCE program. The Associate Director provides institutional leadership and coordination of academic transfer partnership agreements, programs, and services to improve transfer student success, including identifying evidence-based practices to improve student success outcomes. This position includes assistance with identifying and maintaining curricular pathways that result in efficient credit articulation and degree completion. This role provides leadership coordination, support, and guidance to the university and its transfer partner institutions in developing effective transfer agreements, pathways, programs, and supportive policies and procedures. This role maintains knowledge of best practices to support effective transfer and assess transfer student trends and outcomes. This position also provides day-to-day operational leadership and coordination of TRSRC, including management of transfer academic advising activities in a matrixed reporting structure and supervision of 2.0 FTE Transfer Academic Advisors.
This position is funded by the Department of Education (DOE) Postsecondary Student Success Grant (PSSG) for the Access Connect Complete Engage program.
Minimum Qualifications Baccalaureate Degree Minimum 2 years direct leadership or supervisory experience Minimum of 4-6 years experience in higher education Strong understanding of community college transfer curricula as it relates to transfer to four year curricula and transfer articulation practices Demonstrated understanding of transfer pathways and transfer credit issues Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in-person full time and travel between PSU and community colleges in the surrounding area Experience with understanding data and its application to evidence based student success practices Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree + 3 years experience Experience working with university community college partnerships Experience in direct leadership or supervisory role Experience providing direct advising to transfer students related to curricular matters Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours TBD Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $63,792 and $84,540 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers for 3 professional references. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions Search Details Posting Close Date 10/25/2024 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/46087 Supplemental Questions
More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. Position Summary The Associate Director to oversees the collaboration and development of transfer agreements, pathways, programs, and policies between partner colleges, and other community colleges in the Portland Metro area and PSU from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2028. Under the principal investigator’s and co-investigator’s direction, this role supports both the program’s deliverables and broader academic partnerships between PSU and community college partners.
The Associate Director of Transfer Student Success reports to the Executive Director of Student Success and PI of the ACCE program. The Associate Director provides institutional leadership and coordination of academic transfer partnership agreements, programs, and services to improve transfer student success, including identifying evidence-based practices to improve student success outcomes. This position includes assistance with identifying and maintaining curricular pathways that result in efficient credit articulation and degree completion. This role provides leadership coordination, support, and guidance to the university and its transfer partner institutions in developing effective transfer agreements, pathways, programs, and supportive policies and procedures. This role maintains knowledge of best practices to support effective transfer and assess transfer student trends and outcomes. This position also provides day-to-day operational leadership and coordination of TRSRC, including management of transfer academic advising activities in a matrixed reporting structure and supervision of 2.0 FTE Transfer Academic Advisors.
This position is funded by the Department of Education (DOE) Postsecondary Student Success Grant (PSSG) for the Access Connect Complete Engage program.
Minimum Qualifications Baccalaureate Degree Minimum 2 years direct leadership or supervisory experience Minimum of 4-6 years experience in higher education Strong understanding of community college transfer curricula as it relates to transfer to four year curricula and transfer articulation practices Demonstrated understanding of transfer pathways and transfer credit issues Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in-person full time and travel between PSU and community colleges in the surrounding area Experience with understanding data and its application to evidence based student success practices Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree + 3 years experience Experience working with university community college partnerships Experience in direct leadership or supervisory role Experience providing direct advising to transfer students related to curricular matters Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours TBD Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $63,792 and $84,540 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers for 3 professional references. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions Search Details Posting Close Date 10/25/2024 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/46087 Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you first find out about this position? PSU Website Indeed.com HERCJobs Urban League of Portland Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Oregon Employment Department Social Media Person Referral Career Builder Glass Door Other - Please describe in the next Question If you selected Other, please describe.(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Professional References Optional Documents
Confirm your E-mail: Send Email
All Jobs from Portland State University