January 16, 2013
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
DIRECTOR OF STUDENT RETENTION AND PROGRAMMING
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND FINE ARTS
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The College of Humanities and Fine Arts at the
University of Massachusetts
Amherst seeks a full-time Director of Student
Retention and Programming. The
director will analyze student retention
patterns, conduct focus groups, develop
assessment measures, and teach a
one-credit career preparedness course for
undergraduates. The director will develop,
coordinate, and implement student
success initiatives for the overall
student population in the College of
Humanities and Fine Arts as well as identified
student populations. The director
will work closely with the HFA
Advising Center, as well as other on-campus
offices to develop new initiatives.
The director reports to the Dean of the
College.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
Master’s Degree (preferably in higher education, guidance &
counseling,
social
sciences, or related field)years’ experience in one or more of the
following
areas in higher education: academic advising, institutional
research,
psychological/counseling services, and student services areas such
as
residence life, student activities, and academic support programs.
2. Demonstrated ability to work
independently to organize multiple tasks and
set
priorities for action in a fast paced office environment.
3. Ability to collaborate with others
to identify and achieve shared goals, as
well
as the ability to solve problems and identify reasonable alternatives
to
complex situations.
4. Extensive knowledge of measurement
and evaluation in higher education, as
well
as demonstrated experience with survey research, focus groups, and
interviews.
5. Experience working with student
with a range of academic abilities
(including
honors level and academically at-risk).
6. Demonstrated interpersonal, oral,
and written communication skills.
7. Proficiency with work processing,
spreadsheet, and data base programs (SAS
or
SPSS preferred).
8. Experience working with a large,
culturally diverse faculty and
undergraduate
student population.
9. Supervisory and training
experience, working with both undergraduate and
graduate
students.
10.
Teaching experience in a college setting.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $44,300
–$55,500; NORMAL STARTING SALARY: $44,300 - $49,900
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
27.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and
services, and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
Send letter of application, resume and contact
information (phone and e-mail) for
three professional references. Priority Deadline is January 31, 2013. Search
will remain open until position
is filled.
ON CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Lauren Matusko,
Director Of
Student Retention And Programming Search, 214 South College, College
Of Humanities And Fine Arts, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003.
On-Campus applicants are
defined as
OFF CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Search #R43703,
Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration
Building, University of
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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
Research BUSINESS MANAGER LIAISON
OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND ENGAGEMENT
SEARCH EXTENDED
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Research
Business Manager Liaison (RBML) is a resource to faculty and
research staff in
School/College and institute offices with sponsored project
administration and will
provide leadership, training, and project management
services to ensure
timely, high quality, and coordinated research administrative
services. The RBML will play an integral part in
developing and implementing a
network across the
Amherst campus to facilitate and encourage collaborative
discourses and enhanced
service delivery systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
Bachelor’s degree in business
administration, public administration,
financial
management, or related field OR Bachelor’s degree plus relevant
training.
2. Three or more years of experience in
pre- and post-award processes, research
and
fiscal compliance, information technologies, and/or technology transfer
in
an academic, research institute, corporate, audit, or government
environment. Demonstrated experience in the
interpretation and application
of
regulations pertaining to sponsored programs. Preference given to
experience
with higher education research programs.
3. Experience with the development of
budgets and/or proposals in accordance
with
agency or institutional guidelines under tight deadlines.
4. Ability to interpret and translate
programmatic needs into cost effective
budget
proposals to maximize funding opportunities.
5.
Ability to analyze complex situations, identify workable solutions, and
effectively balance service with regulatory compliance.
6.
Ability to work effectively, prioritize, and be
flexible in a high-paced,
high-volume professional environment.
7.
Outstanding organizational skills, ability to work on multiple projects
simultaneously, capable of self-direction, ability to deal
diplomatically
with people at all levels, a high degree of personal
integrity and
discretion, solid decision-making skills, and
judgment.
8.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
9. Intermediate level
of experience with Excel and Word.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $40,100
–$50,300; NORMAL STARTING SALARY: $40,100 - $45,200
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
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_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and
services, and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
To apply, submit letter of application listing
relevant specific experience,
résumé, and the names, addresses,
and telephone numbers of at least three
professional references. The search has been extended. The new priority
deadline for applications is February 1, 2013, but the
extended search will
remain open until the position is
filled.
The Position Description for the Research Business
Manager Liaison can be viewed
in its entirety at http://www.umass.edu/research/research-business-manager-network.
ON CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Research
Business
Manager Liaison, Attn: Christine Burnett, Office of
the Vice Chancellor for
Research and Engagement, 362 Whitmore Administration
Building, 181 Presidents
Drive, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
01003.
On-Campus applicants are
defined as Amherst Campus non-student employees
OFF CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Search #R43625,
Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration
Building, University of
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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
AWARD Research ADMINISTRATOR
OFFICE OF GRANT AND CONTRACT
ADMINISTRATION
application period extended
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Award
Research Administrator reviews, negotiates, and establishes grants,
contracts, and cooperative agreements
for research, instruction, and other public
service funding received by the
University from international, federal, state,
and local government sponsors as
well as private for-profit and not-for-profit
sponsors, including business,
industry, associations, and foundations; provides
oversight of sponsored projects to
minimize the University’s compliance risk
related to sponsored activities;
and keeps abreast of new developments in federal
regulations, policies, and procedures
in order to serve as an up-to-date source
of information and guidance
for the research community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s degree in business
administration or related field plus two years
of
experience in a business or administrative setting dealing with
proposal/award
review and administration. Note: If above education and
experience
requirements are not met, combination of education and relevant
experience
to total six years is acceptable.
2. Extensive knowledge of compliance issues
and federal regulations such as OMB
Circulars A-110, A-21,
A-133, and Cost Accounting Standards coupled with a
thorough
understanding of the various sponsoring agencies regulations.
3. Previous experience directly negotiating
contracts and/or grants.
4. Excellent presentation skills and
ability to effectively coordinate and
provide
training and educational opportunities to the campus community.
5. Strong communication skills to
effectively deal with conflicting views or
issues
and mediate fair solutions.
6. Well-developed writing skills.
7. Ability to exercise diplomacy, establish
effective working relationships, and
maintain
a high degree of professionalism when working with OGCA staff,
University departments,
other research administration departments, and
sponsoring
agencies.
8. Demonstrated experience and ability to
work effectively with various computer
systems
and on-line submission portals required.
9. Demonstrated ability to work in a team
under tight deadlines, and to take
direction
from team leader.
10. Demonstrated ability to
prioritize workload effectively.
11. Previous experience in
an institution of higher education is desirable.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $40,100
–$50,300; NORMAL STARTING SALARY: $40,100 - $45,200
For exceptional candidates, consideration may be given for a
salary of up to $55,400.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
26.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and services,
and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
To apply, submit letter of application listing
relevant specific experience,
résumé, and the names, addresses,
and telephone numbers of at least three
professional references. Review of applications is ongoing, and
those received
by January 25, 2013 will be given priority consideration. The search will remain
open until the position is
filled.
ON CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Search #R43635,
Award Research Administrator, Attn: Nancy Stewart,
Office of Grant and Contract
Administration, Research Administration Building, 70
Butterfield Terrace,
University of Massachusetts,
Amherst, MA 01003.
On-Campus applicants are
defined as
OFF CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Search #R43635,
Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration
Building, University of
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16, 2013
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
ASSISTANT MANAGER, DINING COMMONS
AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES
2 (Two) Positions Available
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
UMass Dining Services seeks to hire
dynamic individuals to fill two (2) full time
Assistant Manager, Dining Commons positions. Under the supervision of the Dining
Commons Manager, these positions are
responsible for assisting in the overall
management of the
dining commons including supervision of food preparation and
service,
assisting the Chef in estimating and ordering all food, conducting the
Culinary Planning Meetings,
interacting with customers and assisting and
supporting the Dining
Commons Manager in personnel matters.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s degree (Culinary
Program diploma from a recognized institution may
be
considered) and 2-3 years progressive supervisory experience in a
hospitality
setting.
2. ServSafe
Certification required (must be obtained within 3 months of hire).
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Word,
PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with the
Internet/Intranet.
4. Reliable transportation required as well
as a valid driver’s license.
5. Willingness to work in one place with
some travel requirements.
6. Willingness to work beyond the average
37.5 hour week; working evenings,
weekends,
holidays required.
The position requires
varying degrees of manual dexterity involving eye and hand
coordination, color vision
and manipulative ability. Must be
able to deal with
stress.
1
Hiring Salary Range: $40,100 - $50,300; Normal
Starting Range: $40,100 - $45,200
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
26.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and
services, and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
To apply, please send a
letter of application, resume and three letters of
reference. The priority deadline is January 29,
2013. The position will remain
open until the position is
filled.
ON CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Christine M.
Newman, Assistant Manager, Dining Commons Search,
Worcester Dining Commons,
University of Massachusetts,
Amherst, MA 01003.
On-Campus applicants are
defined as Amherst Campus non-student employees
OFF CAMPUS APPLICATIONS ONLY: Send application materials to: Search #R44306,
Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration
Building, University of
Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
01003-8170.
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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
RESIDENCE DIRECTOR –
43-WEEK POSITION
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Residence Director is a
full-time professional staff member with live-in
responsibilities that include the
comprehensive management of the residential
program that is safe, caring and
socially just for the 275-675 students housed
in 1-3 residence halls.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s Degree in a related field
such as Student Development, Higher
Education, or Counseling
plus one academic year post-baccalaureate experience
required
at the time of hire as a live-in staff member to include crisis
intervention
and work with diverse student populations.
2. Demonstrated experience and initiative
with student and community
development;
supervision and staff training; advising student groups;
creation
and implementation of management systems.
3. Demonstrated commitment and ability to
create inclusive communities that are
sensitive
to diverse populations.
4. This is a 43-week live-in position which
requires some evening and weekend
work
plus on-call/call-back duty.
Hiring Salary: $36,126.87 cash salary for
a 43-week position, which includes $1,174.00
For on-call
responsibilities.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
26.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and
services, and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
To receive priority consideration, please send your
letter of interest, resume,
and names, addresses, email and
phone numbers of three references by the priority
deadline of February 6, 2013.
Please address your experiences in the following
areas: supervision,
administration, social justice, community development,
student leadership, student
conduct, and programming/activities.
Applications
will be accepted after the
priority deadline until all vacancies are filled.
Please indicate interest in the 43-week position in
your application materials.
To apply, send materials to: Email: rdsearch@sacl.umass.edu or Residence
Director Search Committee, University of
Massachusetts Amherst, Residential Life,
121 County Circle, Berkshire Room 322, Amherst, MA
01003-0630 or Fax: 413-545-1517.
http://www.housing.umass.edu
On-Campus applicants are
defined as Amherst Campus non-student employees
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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS/AMHERST
PROFESSIONAL POSITION AVAILABLE
RESIDENCE DIRECTOR –
52 -WEEK POSITION
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Residence Director is a
full-time professional staff member with live-in
responsibilities that include the
comprehensive management of the residential
program that is safe, caring and
socially just for the 275-675 students housed in
1-3
residence halls.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s Degree in a related field
such as Student Development, Higher
Education, or Counseling
plus one academic year post-baccalaureate experience
required
at the time of hire as a live-in staff member to include crisis
intervention
and work with diverse student populations.
2. Demonstrated experience and initiative
with student and community
development;
supervision and staff training; advising student groups;
creation
and implementation of management systems.
3. Demonstrated commitment and ability to
create inclusive communities that are
sensitive
to diverse populations.
4. This is a 52-week live-in position which
requires some evening and weekend
work
plus on-call/call-back duty.
Hiring Salary: $41,545.80 cash salary for
a 52-week position, which includes $1,350.00
for on-call responsibilities.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF SALARY ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM POSITION LEVEL
26.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The University of Massachusetts is committed to a
policy of equal opportunity
without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, sexual orientation,
national origin, ancestry, disability, military
status, or genetic information in
employment, admission to and participation in
academic programs, activities, and
services, and the selection of vendors who
provide services or products to the
University. To fulfill that policy,
the
University of Massachusetts is further committed to
a program of affirmative
action to eliminate or mitigate
artificial barriers and to increase
opportunities for the recruitment and
advancement of qualified minorities,
women, persons with disabilities,
and covered veterans. It is the
policy of
the University of Massachusetts
to comply with the applicable federal and state
statutes, rules, and regulations
concerning equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
To receive priority consideration, please send your
letter of interest, resume,
and names, addresses, email and
phone numbers of three references by the priority
deadline of February 6, 2013.
Please address your experiences in the following
areas: supervision,
administration, social justice, community development,
student leadership, student
conduct, and programming/activities.
Applications
will be accepted after the priority
deadline until all vacancies are filled.
Please indicate interest in the 52-week position in
your application materials.
To apply, send materials to: Email: rdsearch@sacl.umass.edu or Residence
Director Search Committee, University of
Massachusetts Amherst, Residential Life,
121 County Circle, Berkshire Room 322, Amherst, MA
01003-0630 or Fax: 413-545-
1517.
http://www.housing.umass.edu
On-Campus applicants are
defined as Amherst Campus non-student employees
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