1. Manage and oversee the Cultural Center in all its aspects.  2. Oversee and participate in student and academic programs, including serving on committees, chairing committees, running special projects and working for the welfare of all Yale students. Advise and support student organizations.  3. Work collaboratively with administrators, students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the university community to define the appropriate identity for the Center, to plan for its support and nurture; to develop services, organize activities, and sponsor events; and to provide academic and personal advising, counseling, and guidance to students.  4. Work with First-Year affairs in aiding integration of students into the larger community.  5. Actively work with an advisory board to advise and provide support for the Center and its goals. Develop and implement a long-term strategic plan for the Center.   6. Oversee the physical facilities of the Center. Hire, train and supervise a graduate student director and student workers. Manage the budget for the Center and assist in seeking additional sources of support.  7. Work cooperatively with directors of cultural centers and other campus centers, the Chaplain's office, Yale Alumni Association, office of graduate student life and other organizations to foster intergroup engagement and enhance intercultural interactions.  8. Work with the local community on events and initiatives.  9. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Excellent communication and analytical skills (oral and written). Ability to work a schedule that is flexible and includes evenings and occasional weekends.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Proven ability to work independently as well as a committee member and a member of teams. Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills. Strong leadership skills and the ability to create and lead effective teams.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, alumni, senior administrators, staff, and faculty. Demonstrated ability to supervise a staff of professionals, graduate students and undergraduate students.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment and proven organizational skills to manage multiple projects. Budgeting, project management and strategic planning skills.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Knowledge of student development and best practices in student life. Ability to engage well with all individuals.

Preferred Education:  Masters degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in academic administration or management. Proven experience in working with students, faculty, academic administrators, alumni and community groups. Knowledgeable about issues in the Latino communities and a commitment to translating these into a local academic context. Preferred: PhD in related field.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Assistant Dean, Program (P5)

University Job Title:  Director Latino Cultural Center & Assistant Dean

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Masters degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in academic administration or management. Proven experience in working with students, faculty, academic administrators, alumni and community groups. Knowledgeable about issues in the Latino communities and a commitment to translating these into a local academic context. Preferred: PhD in related field.

Master's degree in a related discipline and one year of experience in academic administration or management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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