Thank you for your interest in our open staff positions. Manhattanville College is an equal opportunity employer. Please direct all applications and inquiries to:
Human Resources
Telephone: 914.323.5270
FAX: 914.323.5322
E-mail: humanresources@mville.edu
January 18, 2019
Part-time Catholic Chaplin
Manhattanville College is seeking a Catholic Chaplin. The Catholic Chaplin serves as a part of a multi-faith chaplaincy team within the Mary T. Clark Center for Religion and Social Justice. The Chaplains serve as religious professionals (advisor and mentor) to all students regardless of their religious commitments, providing high quality, timely and confidential pastoral care and counseling. This is a part time position of approximately 5-7 hours per week during the academic year within the Division of Student Affairs and reports to the Director of the Mary T. Clark Center.
Job Description
Liturgical and Spiritual Life
- Assume primary responsibility for the sacramental life of the Manhattanville community.
- Deliver engaging homilies that are relevant to college students and that challenge and encourage the community to participate deeply in a life of faith and service.
- Provide pastoral counseling and/or spiritual direction as requested
- Respond to expressed needs for scripture study, small faith communities, or benediction.
- Preside at Sunday Masses as well as College functions such as convocation, memorial services, commencement, etc.
Student Involvement
Meet with representatives of specific student religious groups on a regular basis to inform them of resources, events and activities.
Work with students and form and support the Manhattanville Interfaith Council.
Foster the total, personal and spiritual growth of students.
Plan and provide opportunities for students that encourage ‘faith in action’ and raise awareness of social justice
Serve as advisor for a faith based student club or organization
Community Involvement
- Provide opportunities for members of the community to deepen their understanding and commitment to the Catholic faith;
- Work collaboratively with other Chaplains informing each other of their religious communities’ activities on and off Campus
- Attend meetings with the other chaplains and the Director of the Clark Center
- Provide leadership at public events and other responsibility as requested.
- Involve one’s particular community in community service and social justice activities
Job Requirements:
- We seek a Roman Catholic priest in good standing who can relate pastorally to university students, faculty and staff and who will promote and uphold the mission of Manhattanville College.
- Previous experience in campus ministry or with college students is desirable.
- This position requires that the person demonstrate public relations skills and initiative in approaching tasks, be able to organize work assignments, demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with administrators, faculty, staff and students, be able to interpret Diocesan policies, and be able to creatively involve others in liturgical celebrations.
- Personal computer knowledge is desirable.
- This position requires availability in cases of emergency or as part of the college’s crisis response team.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 17, 2019
Handyman
The Physical Plant Office at Manhattanville College is seeking a general handyman to perform basic handyman duties including but not limited to basic masonry and carpentry.
Responsibilities:
Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance of campus buildings and other facilities and perform related duties as assigned.
Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
General maintenance duties, including patching/painting of interior and exterior surfaces, repair of windows and doors, assemble and move furniture, hangs pictures and bulletin boards, move and set up tables and chairs, other assignments as specified by supervisor.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
Required:
- Valid NYS driver’s license
- Must be willing to occasionally work overtime in emergency situations and for various special events
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks
Preferred:
Basic skills in patching/ painting
General knowledge in the use of hand and power tools
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 16, 2019
Technical & Data Specialist
The Admissions Office at Manhattanville College is seeking a Technical and Data Specialist. The purpose of this position is to acquire and expand expertise in various data based programs- specifically Target X (Salesforce Platform), Informatica and Colleague. This individual will connect with various constituents across campus to effectively build seamless and efficient applications that maximize the potential of our systems in the admissions process. This position reports to the Director of Admissions and supports the backend technical applications and various integrations.
The Technical and Data Specialist collaborates with the Data Manager, IT, Financial Aid, the Registrar's Office, and other campus departments as needed to accomplish shared objectives and to develop support for graduate and undergraduate admissions needs. This also includes the integration of external downloads/integrations such as Common App, Naviance, and various vendor affiliations. Data centers on tracking, filing and record management of application materials; tracking review and status decisions on applications; and the matriculation processes as it relates to admissions, both graduate and undergraduate. The Technical and Data Specialist supports daily technical needs, user support, and collaborates with the Data Manager to increase the technical knowledge of the admissions and recruitment systems and software environment.
The position is based in Purchase, NY. Telecommuting is not an option for this position. However, the office hours may be flexible and it is possible that this position could be a half, three-quarters or full time position.
Position Responsibilities:
- Maintain and improve the undergraduate and graduate Admissions SRM/CRM to ensure that product is performing at maximum efficiency and effectiveness
- Support the day-to-day operations of admissions processing, including receipt and tracking of prospects, inquiries and applications
- Support the receipt, assignment, processing, record management, and review of hard-copy and electronic applications
- Support the communication flow with prospective students and applications
- Track and report on reviewing and status decisions on applications as requested
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in all aspects of operations
- Collaborate daily with the Data Manager
- Other duties as may be assigned
Essential Skills:
- Excellent computer skills required: Databases, software development
- Experience working with Colleague and Target X/Salesforce platform
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in report development and analytics
- Ability to be a self-starter and problem solver
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and demonstrate patience and understanding
- Ability to organize workflow, manage projects, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree desired, degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent preferred. Technical Associate Degree may be accepted with work experience.
- 3 years related data base, software, applications work experience required
- Demonstrated ability to be attentive to details and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Experience preferred in higher education marketing and communications in an educational institution
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 16, 2019
Graphic Designer & Content Specialist
Manhattanville College is creating a new position for a graphic designer who is interested in design (print and digital), photography, video, web content creation. This individual will work within the Enrollment Management Department, however will be involved with projects that involve offices throughout campus.
We seek a collaborative colleague who possesses a strong blend of technical skill, speed and professionalism. The Graphic Design and Content Specialist will be a one-person office. The College retains an outside advertising agency that has established style guides that will be used by the Graphic Design and Content Specialist to maintain consistency. This position will involve many small projects, postcards, flyers, web changes, etc. As a result, this is an ideal position for a recent graduate with an outstanding portfolio who can manage multiple projects on short timelines.
Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Manager, the Graphic Design and Content Specialist will have a specific focus on activities that advance long-term goals for the Admissions, Advancement and academic excellence.
Position Responsibilities:
- Respond to design project requests with proofs created primarily in Photoshop and In design, manage rewrites, redesigns and arrange printing and delivery on budget. (collateral and digital)
- As a member of the marketing team the Graphic Design and Content Specialist will be expected to collaborate and contribute to campaigns, vision, messaging, target marketing and manage timelines.
- Prepare materials and messages to ensure consistency with the College’s brand program and incorporate marketing strategies.
- Generate innovative strategies and brainstorming sessions to generate and collect creative content.
- Support the communication flow with prospective students and applications
- Track and report on reviewing and status decisions on applications as requested
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in all aspects of operations
- Other duties as may be assigned
Essential Skills:
- Ability to be a self-starter, independent thinker and problem solver
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and demonstrate patience and understanding
- Ability to organize workflow, manage projects, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment and work independently with little supervision
- Work may include occasional nights and weekends
- Proven ability to roll up sleeves and work hands-on to build, develop and create great print and digital collateral relative to marketing strategies and goals.
- High comfort-level with email campaigns and their integration with enterprise solutions, in particular, HTML within the CRM.
- Experience in setting up social media campaigns, and other digital marketing platforms.
- Self-motivation, an entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional communication, problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are also essential.
- Collaborative spirit with Admissions and Advancement leadership colleagues to lead intersections of brand strategy across academic, community, events and news platforms, and to share content opportunities.
- Ability to work in an environment that thrives on collaborative input, consensus and perspectives that will lead to successful projects and buy-in of others.
- Strong Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel
- Ability to learn and constantly improve the ability to navigate and use enterprise systems such as web content management systems, online databases (e.g. online photo management sites); and CRM software-TargetX.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience totaling 1-2 years as a graphic designer using Adobe suite products.
- Video experience desired
- Photography skills desired
- College marketing experience desired
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Proven ability to create and deliver effective design (as demonstrated by a portfolio)
- Telecommuting is not an option for this position. However, the position status may be flexible and it is possible that this position could be a half, three-quarters or full time hourly position.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 10, 2019
Academic Advisor
The Academic Advising Office at Manhattanville College is seeking an Advisor. The Academic Advisor serves as a member of the Academic Advising team, and works alongside Advising staff, faculty, the Registrar, academic support staff, and student life staff to support the College’s efforts to maximize student progress and success. This includes monitoring and reporting on student progress to faculty, student life staff, the Registrar, and the Dean. The Academic Advisor will help students make successful transitions into college and through academic milestones including declaration of major. The Academic Advisor will work closely with the faculty in multiple academic departments, including Communication and Media and Sports Studies, to support advising needs of students throughout their college careers. The Academic Advisor will work as a member of the Academic Advising team to develop and implement student support programs, faculty training programs, participate in meetings regarding academic advising and student academic development, and make recommendations to the Dean for modifications and improvements.
Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to the following:
- Assists with the general academic advising and monitoring of the academic progress of undergraduate students.
- Provides support for advising and registration of students as needed.
- Plans and presents workshops for students and faculty on topics related to advising, registration, and general academic information, policies, and procedures.
- Serves as a contact and resource for students, faculty and staff for issues relating to the College’s academic requirements and student academic progress.
- Assists with outreach to and follow-up with students for whom concerns have been shared through the College’s Starfish/Early Alert system and provides appropriate referrals to campus resources.
- Participates in training and programming initiatives offered through the Office of Academic Advising and Dean’s office.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
- A minimum of two years of experience in academic advising in a College environment.
- Demonstrated interest in student development and dedication to the College’s core values.
- Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills essential.
- Experience with modern Student Information Systems, Blackboard, MS Office Suite and Early Alert systems (Starfish desirable).
- Experience in advising various student populations (first-year, transfer students etc.) is desirable.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 3, 2019
Part-Time Bus Driver
Manhattanville College is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts college with a nationally and internationally diverse student body of approximately 1,700 undergraduates and 1,200 graduate students, located 28 miles north of New York City on 100 acres. Building on its heritage of social justice and social activism, the College prepares students through rigorous academic and co-curricular programs, for ethical and socially-responsible leadership in a global community. We achieve this through integrated learning that combines classroom rigor with experiential opportunities, leadership with service, intimate attention with global reach, progressive change with enduring values, social commitment with ethical responsibility, and diversity with community.
Manhattanville College is seeking a part-time bus driver. This is a 9 month position. Driver must be flexible and willing to work weekdays, weekends, early mornings, evenings, and some occasional multiple day trips.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
November 6, 2018
Assistant Technical Director
Manhattanville College Dance & Theatre Department is seeking a skilled theatre technician able to assist the Technical Director of the Dance and Theatre Department in various aspects of mounting productions. This is a part time position — up to 25 hours per week from late August to the end of April.
Hours will generally be Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday 12:30 p.m. –3:30 p.m. Some flexibility to shift hours to occasional evenings as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Skilled Theatre Technician able to Assist the Technical Director in all production efforts in the areas of scenery, lighting, sound and technology (including the execution of any scenic elements, load-ins, and strikes)
- Assist in the development and management of production schedules, coordination, and mentoring of student work
- Ensure the safe use of stage and shop equipment at all times, monitor students while they operate shop equipment and technical theatre instruments
- Assist with sound design and set construction for dance and theatre productions.
- Candidate will be responsible for the care and maintenance of all shop equipment and Dance and Theatre spaces: The Little Theatre, The Ex Theatre, Kennedy Dance Studio, Berman Dance Studio
- Will interface with facilities personnel to maintain theatrical infrastructure.
- Successful candidate will possess a Master’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent professional experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experienced in technical theatre with requisite skills
For consideration, send resume and cover letter to humanresources@mville.edu.
July 19, 2018
Learning Specialist for the fee-based Valiant Learning Support Program, Part-Time
Learning Specialists, through the Valiant Learning Support Program within the Center for Student Accommodations partner with students with varying disabilities to support them in their efforts to successfully access the college curriculum and achieve their academic goals. Using an individualized approach, Learning Specialists meaningfully engage with each assigned student for three hours per week, focusing on building student’s writing skills, reading comprehension, study skills, organizational skills, time management and other executive functioning skills. Content of classes is used as a springboard to develop effective academic approaches, based on the student’s strengths, which enable the student to feel empowered to take ownership of their learning journeys and promote independence and self-advocacy. Learning Specialists strive to create an inclusive, respectful environment that appreciates individual learning differences.
Learning Specialists will keep detailed and confidential records of each session with the student, noting progress toward Semester Academic goals and areas of concern.
In this role, Learning Specialists are expected to:
- Have knowledge of a variety of disabilities and how those disabilities can impact learning
- Provide three hours of individual, customized services per week per student that align with student’s learning strengths and needs and build student’s own executive functioning skills
- Together, with the student, identify barriers and develop learning strategies to enhance students’ college-level academic skills so that student begins to build own “toolbox” of strategies that can be applied across disciplines
- Collaborate both formally and informally with the student, Director and Assistant Director of The Center for Student Accommodations and other learning specialists to ensure students are receiving appropriate services
- Use student’s own class assignments to create clear and documented “chunked” assignments per session to support student’s ability to keep up with coursework
- Encourage student to self-advocate and communicate with professors in a timely manner to ensure all course expectations are being met
- Work with additional students as a substitute on an as needed basis
- Provide student with information regarding other useful resources available on campus that will further equip student with ability to achieve academic goals
- Sensitively address any student concerns as they arise
- Collaborate with fellow Learning Specialists to implement workshops for students
Qualification Requirements
Teacher certification and Master’s preferred. Certification in Special Education, English, and other content areas preferred.
Or:
Education and/or experience that is equivalent to the above.
Experience working with students with disabilities.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
Thank you for your interest in our open staff positions. Manhattanville College is an equal opportunity employer. Please direct all applications and inquiries to:
Human Resources
Telephone: 914.323.5270
FAX: 914.323.5322
E-mail: humanresources@mville.edu
January 18, 2019
Part-time Catholic Chaplin
Manhattanville College is seeking a Catholic Chaplin. The Catholic Chaplin serves as a part of a multi-faith chaplaincy team within the Mary T. Clark Center for Religion and Social Justice. The Chaplains serve as religious professionals (advisor and mentor) to all students regardless of their religious commitments, providing high quality, timely and confidential pastoral care and counseling. This is a part time position of approximately 5-7 hours per week during the academic year within the Division of Student Affairs and reports to the Director of the Mary T. Clark Center.
Job Description
Liturgical and Spiritual Life
- Assume primary responsibility for the sacramental life of the Manhattanville community.
- Deliver engaging homilies that are relevant to college students and that challenge and encourage the community to participate deeply in a life of faith and service.
- Provide pastoral counseling and/or spiritual direction as requested
- Respond to expressed needs for scripture study, small faith communities, or benediction.
- Preside at Sunday Masses as well as College functions such as convocation, memorial services, commencement, etc.
Student Involvement
Meet with representatives of specific student religious groups on a regular basis to inform them of resources, events and activities.
Work with students and form and support the Manhattanville Interfaith Council.
Foster the total, personal and spiritual growth of students.
Plan and provide opportunities for students that encourage ‘faith in action’ and raise awareness of social justice
Serve as advisor for a faith based student club or organization
Community Involvement
- Provide opportunities for members of the community to deepen their understanding and commitment to the Catholic faith;
- Work collaboratively with other Chaplains informing each other of their religious communities’ activities on and off Campus
- Attend meetings with the other chaplains and the Director of the Clark Center
- Provide leadership at public events and other responsibility as requested.
- Involve one’s particular community in community service and social justice activities
Job Requirements:
- We seek a Roman Catholic priest in good standing who can relate pastorally to university students, faculty and staff and who will promote and uphold the mission of Manhattanville College.
- Previous experience in campus ministry or with college students is desirable.
- This position requires that the person demonstrate public relations skills and initiative in approaching tasks, be able to organize work assignments, demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with administrators, faculty, staff and students, be able to interpret Diocesan policies, and be able to creatively involve others in liturgical celebrations.
- Personal computer knowledge is desirable.
- This position requires availability in cases of emergency or as part of the college’s crisis response team.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 17, 2019
Handyman
The Physical Plant Office at Manhattanville College is seeking a general handyman to perform basic handyman duties including but not limited to basic masonry and carpentry.
Responsibilities:
Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance of campus buildings and other facilities and perform related duties as assigned.
Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
General maintenance duties, including patching/painting of interior and exterior surfaces, repair of windows and doors, assemble and move furniture, hangs pictures and bulletin boards, move and set up tables and chairs, other assignments as specified by supervisor.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
Required:
- Valid NYS driver’s license
- Must be willing to occasionally work overtime in emergency situations and for various special events
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks
Preferred:
Basic skills in patching/ painting
General knowledge in the use of hand and power tools
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 16, 2019
Technical & Data Specialist
The Admissions Office at Manhattanville College is seeking a Technical and Data Specialist. The purpose of this position is to acquire and expand expertise in various data based programs- specifically Target X (Salesforce Platform), Informatica and Colleague. This individual will connect with various constituents across campus to effectively build seamless and efficient applications that maximize the potential of our systems in the admissions process. This position reports to the Director of Admissions and supports the backend technical applications and various integrations.
The Technical and Data Specialist collaborates with the Data Manager, IT, Financial Aid, the Registrar's Office, and other campus departments as needed to accomplish shared objectives and to develop support for graduate and undergraduate admissions needs. This also includes the integration of external downloads/integrations such as Common App, Naviance, and various vendor affiliations. Data centers on tracking, filing and record management of application materials; tracking review and status decisions on applications; and the matriculation processes as it relates to admissions, both graduate and undergraduate. The Technical and Data Specialist supports daily technical needs, user support, and collaborates with the Data Manager to increase the technical knowledge of the admissions and recruitment systems and software environment.
The position is based in Purchase, NY. Telecommuting is not an option for this position. However, the office hours may be flexible and it is possible that this position could be a half, three-quarters or full time position.
Position Responsibilities:
- Maintain and improve the undergraduate and graduate Admissions SRM/CRM to ensure that product is performing at maximum efficiency and effectiveness
- Support the day-to-day operations of admissions processing, including receipt and tracking of prospects, inquiries and applications
- Support the receipt, assignment, processing, record management, and review of hard-copy and electronic applications
- Support the communication flow with prospective students and applications
- Track and report on reviewing and status decisions on applications as requested
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in all aspects of operations
- Collaborate daily with the Data Manager
- Other duties as may be assigned
Essential Skills:
- Excellent computer skills required: Databases, software development
- Experience working with Colleague and Target X/Salesforce platform
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in report development and analytics
- Ability to be a self-starter and problem solver
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and demonstrate patience and understanding
- Ability to organize workflow, manage projects, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree desired, degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent preferred. Technical Associate Degree may be accepted with work experience.
- 3 years related data base, software, applications work experience required
- Demonstrated ability to be attentive to details and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Experience preferred in higher education marketing and communications in an educational institution
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 16, 2019
Graphic Designer & Content Specialist
Manhattanville College is creating a new position for a graphic designer who is interested in design (print and digital), photography, video, web content creation. This individual will work within the Enrollment Management Department, however will be involved with projects that involve offices throughout campus.
We seek a collaborative colleague who possesses a strong blend of technical skill, speed and professionalism. The Graphic Design and Content Specialist will be a one-person office. The College retains an outside advertising agency that has established style guides that will be used by the Graphic Design and Content Specialist to maintain consistency. This position will involve many small projects, postcards, flyers, web changes, etc. As a result, this is an ideal position for a recent graduate with an outstanding portfolio who can manage multiple projects on short timelines.
Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Manager, the Graphic Design and Content Specialist will have a specific focus on activities that advance long-term goals for the Admissions, Advancement and academic excellence.
Position Responsibilities:
- Respond to design project requests with proofs created primarily in Photoshop and In design, manage rewrites, redesigns and arrange printing and delivery on budget. (collateral and digital)
- As a member of the marketing team the Graphic Design and Content Specialist will be expected to collaborate and contribute to campaigns, vision, messaging, target marketing and manage timelines.
- Prepare materials and messages to ensure consistency with the College’s brand program and incorporate marketing strategies.
- Generate innovative strategies and brainstorming sessions to generate and collect creative content.
- Support the communication flow with prospective students and applications
- Track and report on reviewing and status decisions on applications as requested
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in all aspects of operations
- Other duties as may be assigned
Essential Skills:
- Ability to be a self-starter, independent thinker and problem solver
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and demonstrate patience and understanding
- Ability to organize workflow, manage projects, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment and work independently with little supervision
- Work may include occasional nights and weekends
- Proven ability to roll up sleeves and work hands-on to build, develop and create great print and digital collateral relative to marketing strategies and goals.
- High comfort-level with email campaigns and their integration with enterprise solutions, in particular, HTML within the CRM.
- Experience in setting up social media campaigns, and other digital marketing platforms.
- Self-motivation, an entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional communication, problem-solving and organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are also essential.
- Collaborative spirit with Admissions and Advancement leadership colleagues to lead intersections of brand strategy across academic, community, events and news platforms, and to share content opportunities.
- Ability to work in an environment that thrives on collaborative input, consensus and perspectives that will lead to successful projects and buy-in of others.
- Strong Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel
- Ability to learn and constantly improve the ability to navigate and use enterprise systems such as web content management systems, online databases (e.g. online photo management sites); and CRM software-TargetX.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience totaling 1-2 years as a graphic designer using Adobe suite products.
- Video experience desired
- Photography skills desired
- College marketing experience desired
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Proven ability to create and deliver effective design (as demonstrated by a portfolio)
- Telecommuting is not an option for this position. However, the position status may be flexible and it is possible that this position could be a half, three-quarters or full time hourly position.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 10, 2019
Academic Advisor
The Academic Advising Office at Manhattanville College is seeking an Advisor. The Academic Advisor serves as a member of the Academic Advising team, and works alongside Advising staff, faculty, the Registrar, academic support staff, and student life staff to support the College’s efforts to maximize student progress and success. This includes monitoring and reporting on student progress to faculty, student life staff, the Registrar, and the Dean. The Academic Advisor will help students make successful transitions into college and through academic milestones including declaration of major. The Academic Advisor will work closely with the faculty in multiple academic departments, including Communication and Media and Sports Studies, to support advising needs of students throughout their college careers. The Academic Advisor will work as a member of the Academic Advising team to develop and implement student support programs, faculty training programs, participate in meetings regarding academic advising and student academic development, and make recommendations to the Dean for modifications and improvements.
Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to the following:
- Assists with the general academic advising and monitoring of the academic progress of undergraduate students.
- Provides support for advising and registration of students as needed.
- Plans and presents workshops for students and faculty on topics related to advising, registration, and general academic information, policies, and procedures.
- Serves as a contact and resource for students, faculty and staff for issues relating to the College’s academic requirements and student academic progress.
- Assists with outreach to and follow-up with students for whom concerns have been shared through the College’s Starfish/Early Alert system and provides appropriate referrals to campus resources.
- Participates in training and programming initiatives offered through the Office of Academic Advising and Dean’s office.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
- A minimum of two years of experience in academic advising in a College environment.
- Demonstrated interest in student development and dedication to the College’s core values.
- Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills essential.
- Experience with modern Student Information Systems, Blackboard, MS Office Suite and Early Alert systems (Starfish desirable).
- Experience in advising various student populations (first-year, transfer students etc.) is desirable.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
January 3, 2019
Part-Time Bus Driver
Manhattanville College is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts college with a nationally and internationally diverse student body of approximately 1,700 undergraduates and 1,200 graduate students, located 28 miles north of New York City on 100 acres. Building on its heritage of social justice and social activism, the College prepares students through rigorous academic and co-curricular programs, for ethical and socially-responsible leadership in a global community. We achieve this through integrated learning that combines classroom rigor with experiential opportunities, leadership with service, intimate attention with global reach, progressive change with enduring values, social commitment with ethical responsibility, and diversity with community.
Manhattanville College is seeking a part-time bus driver. This is a 9 month position. Driver must be flexible and willing to work weekdays, weekends, early mornings, evenings, and some occasional multiple day trips.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
November 6, 2018
Assistant Technical Director
Manhattanville College Dance & Theatre Department is seeking a skilled theatre technician able to assist the Technical Director of the Dance and Theatre Department in various aspects of mounting productions. This is a part time position — up to 25 hours per week from late August to the end of April.
Hours will generally be Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday 12:30 p.m. –3:30 p.m. Some flexibility to shift hours to occasional evenings as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Skilled Theatre Technician able to Assist the Technical Director in all production efforts in the areas of scenery, lighting, sound and technology (including the execution of any scenic elements, load-ins, and strikes)
- Assist in the development and management of production schedules, coordination, and mentoring of student work
- Ensure the safe use of stage and shop equipment at all times, monitor students while they operate shop equipment and technical theatre instruments
- Assist with sound design and set construction for dance and theatre productions.
- Candidate will be responsible for the care and maintenance of all shop equipment and Dance and Theatre spaces: The Little Theatre, The Ex Theatre, Kennedy Dance Studio, Berman Dance Studio
- Will interface with facilities personnel to maintain theatrical infrastructure.
- Successful candidate will possess a Master’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent professional experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experienced in technical theatre with requisite skills
For consideration, send resume and cover letter to humanresources@mville.edu.
July 19, 2018
Learning Specialist for the fee-based Valiant Learning Support Program, Part-Time
Learning Specialists, through the Valiant Learning Support Program within the Center for Student Accommodations partner with students with varying disabilities to support them in their efforts to successfully access the college curriculum and achieve their academic goals. Using an individualized approach, Learning Specialists meaningfully engage with each assigned student for three hours per week, focusing on building student’s writing skills, reading comprehension, study skills, organizational skills, time management and other executive functioning skills. Content of classes is used as a springboard to develop effective academic approaches, based on the student’s strengths, which enable the student to feel empowered to take ownership of their learning journeys and promote independence and self-advocacy. Learning Specialists strive to create an inclusive, respectful environment that appreciates individual learning differences.
Learning Specialists will keep detailed and confidential records of each session with the student, noting progress toward Semester Academic goals and areas of concern.
In this role, Learning Specialists are expected to:
- Have knowledge of a variety of disabilities and how those disabilities can impact learning
- Provide three hours of individual, customized services per week per student that align with student’s learning strengths and needs and build student’s own executive functioning skills
- Together, with the student, identify barriers and develop learning strategies to enhance students’ college-level academic skills so that student begins to build own “toolbox” of strategies that can be applied across disciplines
- Collaborate both formally and informally with the student, Director and Assistant Director of The Center for Student Accommodations and other learning specialists to ensure students are receiving appropriate services
- Use student’s own class assignments to create clear and documented “chunked” assignments per session to support student’s ability to keep up with coursework
- Encourage student to self-advocate and communicate with professors in a timely manner to ensure all course expectations are being met
- Work with additional students as a substitute on an as needed basis
- Provide student with information regarding other useful resources available on campus that will further equip student with ability to achieve academic goals
- Sensitively address any student concerns as they arise
- Collaborate with fellow Learning Specialists to implement workshops for students
Qualification Requirements
Teacher certification and Master’s preferred. Certification in Special Education, English, and other content areas preferred.
Or:
Education and/or experience that is equivalent to the above.
Experience working with students with disabilities.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.