Director, Upstate LSAMP Program, Syracuse University

Syracuse University

Director, Upstate LSAMP Program

Syracuse University (SU) seeks nominations and applications for the position of Director of the Upstate Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program. The Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the Syracuse University LSAMP grant, including development, implementation, and supervision of all student programs which identify and respond to student development and academic support needs; proposal, quarterly and annual report writing and submission; management of program budgets while assuring compliance of all mandated grant and university priorities, procedures and goals, and supervising staff.   The Director provides overall direction and administrative leadership for the SU LSAMP program; participates as a member of the Operations Team as Alliance Coordinator for the Upstate LSAMP; facilitates and coordinates strategies geared toward achieving the goals of the Upstate LSAMP; collaborates with a wide variety of constituents within Syracuse University and across the Alliance to assess needs, identify and propose initiatives, write proposals, implement programs, and assess outcomes through data driven intelligent process for evaluating student and programmatic successes. This position reports to the Director of the Center for Graduate Preparation and Achievement (CGPA) at SU and provides supervision to an administrative staff position, students, and temporary employees.

A Bachelor’s degree with at least five years experiences in the development and delivery of successful student development and/or recruitment programs is desired.  The most competitive candidates will have the requisite experience with at least a Master’s Degree.  However, applicants with exceptional records of achievement, performance and skill in lieu of the advanced degree will merit strong consideration.  A spirit of creativity, ingenuity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial approach to leadership are essential qualities for the Director.  S/he must be a strong leader and a believer in collaborative decision-making and open communication. Supervisory experience and additional relevant work experience and a Master's degree in a related field are preferred.   Additionally, the successful candidate will have an articulate understanding of the issues and dynamics of difference; a commitment to enhancing multicultural understanding; broad experience in the development of educational, cultural, and social programs that are designed to improve the quality of the educational and social experiences of students in general and women and under-represented minority students in particular; the ability to work independently and as a part of a team; organizational and problem solving skills; and strong written communication skills. 

For full consideration, candidates should complete an online application at www.sujobopps.com for job # 029338 and attach a curriculum vitae with a list of 3 references.  The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on July 16, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.  Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Andria Costello Staniec, Associate Provost for Academic Programs (315-443-1057; costello@syr.edu).

Syracuse University strongly embraces diversity. Women and members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Syracuse University is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer.