Apply locations 225 Dyer Street time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ199196
Job Description : ABOUT US :
The Division of Pre-College and Undergraduate Programs is dedicated to ensuring a supportive, challenging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate living and learning environment for the approximately 6,000 pre-college students who hail from all 50 states in the U.S. and over 70 countries.
A leader in the field of higher education institutions that provide rigorous academic opportunities to students, Brown University’s Pre-College Programs offer high school students (13-18 years old) an opportunity to study a wide range of liberal arts subjects that reflect the breadth of Brown’s undergraduate Open Curriculum while strengthening their connection to a robust community of peer scholars from around the world.
There are two types of programs that take place away from the Brown campus; Brown Environmental Leadership Lab (BELL) and Brown Experiential Education (BEE). Both types of programs are immersive and rigorous academic experiences.
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION :
The On-Site Director will be part of a staff team that develops and implements a suite of experiential lessons in a transformative learning program for high school students. Staff live and learn alongside students to provide an integrated educational experience. Teamwork is critical to the success of this immersive learning environment.
The On-Site Director oversees a three to four-person staff team that includes an On-Site Coordinator who supports the logistics and operations of the program and one or two Student Life Managers who support students in their living-learning space. The On-Site Director will develop and provide community building programs for the students. This role is seasonal and the final candidate will be able to complete all pre-work remotely but is required to be on-site for the duration of the program.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Review program specific manual and emergency protocols
* Participate in two to three all-staff video conference calls
* Engage in weekly email correspondence about program planning
* Collect and review list of all program supplies needed by residential staff to facilitate community building and submit to BEE or BELL Program Director
* With the On-Site Coordinator, prepare for student arrival and departure days
* Review and provide feedback on the program schedule once it is completed by the BEE or BELL Program Director (ongoing throughout the spring semester)
* Finalize on-site staff training schedule
* Finalize student housing assignments
* Review students’ medical, dietary and learning accommodations
* Attend anaphylaxis training for administering EpiPens and may be required to participate in first aid training
* Other relevant duties as assigned
On-Site Staff Training and Program Preparation
* Arrive five days prior to program start date and depart no earlier than one day after the program concludes
* Review arrival day logistics, such as airport shuttle schedule, student welcome with staff
* Review schedule and ensure all logistics are confirmed, including transportation and entrance tickets
* Schedule at least one supervisory meeting with each team member to provide constructive feedback and support
* Plan activities designed to promote community, wellness, and academic success, including a student welcome meeting and orientation
* Learn site-specific risks and concerns, and communicate these risks and mitigation strategies to staff and students
* Work with staff to create a duty schedule
* Meet with dining and / or catering company to confirm all the dietary needs for students and staff have been considered
* Ensure academic, residential and dining facilities are set up according to affiliate agreement
Program Operations
* Accompany staff and students on all field trips, including overnight visits
* With the On-Site Coordinator, serve as the main points of contact for local affiliates, transportation partners, vendors, and guest speakers
* Supervise On-Site Coordinator’s management of the program advance, ensuring that expenses fall within the stipulated program budget
* Contact BEE or BELL Program Directors to approve any unexpected expenses
* Facilitate activities designed to promote community, wellness and academic success
* Lead daily residential staff meetings
* Meet daily with instructional staff
* Model inclusive and accepting behavior
* Follow emergency protocol and report unsafe, inappropriate and concerning behavior and enforce policies and procedures, as necessary
* Manage student conduct concerns and inform or consult the BEE or BELL Program Director as need arises
* Submit incident reports within 24 hours of an incident
* Confirm departure itinerary with students and create staffing plan
* Communicate via email with families upon student arrival and departure
Post Program Wrap Up and Debrief
* Ensure On-Site Coordinator submits a detailed financial report, including all original receipts, to the program within one week after the program end date
* Lead debrief with all staff upon student departure
* For BELL programs
* Plan staff closing activities, including a program wrap-up activity and a staff meal
* Fill out the anonymous debrief Google Document within two weeks of the program end date
* Return program supplies including phones and other equipment, binder, receipts, medical supplies and other supplies, within one week after program end date
REQUIREMENTS
* Master’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff and student body and demonstrate cultural competence and inclusiveness; sensitivity to an understanding of diverse perspectives that students and staff bring to their work, including those of academic, socioeconomic, culture, race and ethnicity, ability, gender, sexuality and intersectional identities.
* Experience supervising paraprofessional staff and implementing programs preferred
* Experience with crisis response and crisis management preferred
* Strong organizational skills
* Fluency in the language spoken on site; e.g., French, Italian or Spanish, if applicable
* Passion for educating and mentoring high school students
* Adaptability to schedule changes and flexibility with unforeseen challenges
* Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information
* Have no other obligations for the duration of the employment dates including, but not limited to, employment, internship, or academic course (unless directly connected to this position and you have received prior approval from the BEE or BELL Program Director)
* All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background check and education requirements.
Additional physical demands and working conditions :
* Move about inside the office and throughout all residence halls.
* Due to the on-call requirements, the person in this position must be able to exercise good judgment with minimal sleep.
* Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions.
* Due to safety concerns with minors, staff are not permitted to have guests visit and / or stay in their residential spaces. Employees will need to seek alternative off site options to host guests.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
* Compensation contingent on program length ($2,500.00 for a one week program; $3,750.00 for a two week program)
* Round trip travel to program site and reimbursement of travel expenses associated with the program (Rhode Island-based programs do not include round trip travel to the program site)
* Registered through Brown University TravelSafe and International SOS
* Insured by University Pre-College Accident Health Insurance Plan (for BELL, if requested)
* Housing at affiliate site (see above for a grid of housing accommodations at each program site)
* A meal plan is provided and not included in compensation.
* A smart phone to use for work-related purposes
* For Rhode Island-based programs : Free on-campus parking, free ridership on RIPTA (Rhode Island Public Transit Authority) and membership to the Brown University Nelson Fitness Center for the duration of your employment.
TERMS
The On-Site Director position with Brown University is an at-will position, which means that either the University may discontinue employment at any time and for any reason, prior to the conclusion of the Program. Termination of employment includes loss of sponsored housing, meal plan, and access to health and travel insurance. In the event of termination, the On-Site Director will receive a prorated share of the agreed-upon stipend amount offered in exchange for the services provided.
Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion :
All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
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