Vanderbilt Pre-College Head of Academic Operations (Summer 2027)

Fore more information about Vanderbilt Pre-College, please visit https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/workatprecollege/ .
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Location: Nashville, TN
Type: Non-Residential or Residential
Reports to: Director of Pre-College Programs

Job Description:

The Head of Academic Operations oversees the logistical and risk management components of the Pre-College classroom experience. In supervising Academic Program Assistants and Academic Proctors, this position is responsible for a variety of pre-program and in-program objectives including but not limited to: designing and leading trainings, in-program communication with Academic Proctors concerning schedules and policy compliance, managing academic field trips and implementing contingency plans as needed. This position that requires flexible weekend hours on Check-in and during the weekends of program operation.

Perks:

Your summer includes:

- Making a difference through investing in the lives of gifted and high achieving young scholars.
- Working on the campus of a nationally-known institution.
- Adding a unique experience to your resume.
- Joining a team of dedicated staff who are passionate about developing talent in gifted students.
- Competitive compensation with most meals, provided while in session, and private room in residence hall included (if residential).

Expectations:

Within their wide array of duties and responsibilities, the Head of Academic Operations is expected to:

- Serve as a role model for all student participants and colleagues.
- Implement efficient operations and workflow strategies in a rapidly changing and fast-paced residential program.
- Liaise between academic and residential life through facilitating effective communication across multiple program areas.
- Uphold and exemplify community values, regulations, and expectations.
- Enthusiastically adapt and pivot as needed to ensure optimal, engaging, and safe student experiences.
- Assist with various administrative duties and processes to ensure smooth operations.
- Assist with compliance related protocol and issues.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment that requires continuing flexibility, a positive and caring attitude, and collaboration.
- Adhere to PTY’s policies related to confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Requirements

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will:

- Possess a bachelor’s degrees, be a graduate student or a professional. (Candidates both internal and external to Vanderbilt are welcome to express interest.)
- Demonstrate exceptional maturity and character.
- Possess cultural sensitivity awareness and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Have experience communicating with parents or key stakeholders of an organization.
- Embody a strong team player ethic and sense of humor.
- Be able to successfully and positively communicate with individuals of all ages, experiences, and roles.
- Successfully pass the Vanderbilt University criminal background check and online training for working with minors.
- Agree to adhere to all duties before, during, and after the program as outlined in the staff materials.
- Must be able to traverse distances of at least one mile, including stairs, with or without accommodation.
- Must be able to lift and/or maneuver at least 40 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Benefits

Compensation:

$22.00/hr

*This position is eligible for the returning PTY seasonal staff incentive (/precollege-positions/#incentive).
**This position is eligible for the Master’s Degree/ Educator or Counselor Certification incentive (/precollege-positions/#incentive).

Program Dates and Times:*

- Limited Spring hours may be available
- For a detailed schedule, please see https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-staff-schedule/ (/precollege-staff-schedule/).
- The standard shift is 7:30AM to 4:30PM Monday-Friday. Weekend hours will vary. Please note that hours may vary slightly depending on session assignments.

*dates subject to change