The goal of the PACT program is to foster a positive, educational experience by working collaboratively with each student in developing and implementing an individualized plan for success. The Assistant Director of the PACT program will provide a variety of highly integrated services and programs to support academic success, student development, college transition, leadership and career development, in addition to managing a team of PACT Counselors.

The Assistant Director will provide a variety of highly integrated services and programs to support academic success, career development and personal growth resulting in a positive college experience.

The Assistant Director serves as the student’s partner in a success driven, educational journey from admissions to graduation, and beyond. The Assistant Director will also work collaboratively with College faculty, staff and appropriate external organizations that directly enhance the student’s experience.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Required Skills & Experience:

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  Minimum of three years of appropriately related experience required. Experience in student services and advisement will be given preference.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret career assessment instruments preferred.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal and administrative skills with the ability to work with a team of diverse professional staff and students.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, ability to assess needs, plan, and implement new programs.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and cross-area collaboration skills are required.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications, web development, and knowledge of student database systems required.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Banner and major program requirements required.

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per college policies

Mercy College is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy College actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The College is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Mercy College strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:
Aetna: Aetna Elect Choice HDHP, Aetna Elect Choice EPO (In-network), Aetna Managed Choice POS (Out-of-network)
Emblem Health (UAW Union employees only): HMO (In-network)

Dental Insurance:
Aetna: Aetna DMO (In-network), Aetna PPO (Out-of-network)

Vision Insurance:
Aetna

Paid Time Off:
Mercy College provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:
Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:
Long-Term Disability: The Hartford
Short-Term Disability: The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:
TIAA
The Mercy College Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:
Deferred Compensation Plan
All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the College.
Defined Contribution Plan
Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy College and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.
If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy College, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:
Mercy College recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.
Learn more about our remote work policy here.

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty
Mercy College provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy College Employees.
Learn more about our tuition remission here.

Tuition Exchange:
We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:
Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:
Allstate Identity Protection
LegalEase
Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners
Nationwide Pet Insurance
PlumBenefits
ScriptSave
Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

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