Jump Assistant Director, Student Development

The Johns Hopkins Underserved in Medical Professions (JUMP) program was established in 2011 as a pioneering commitment to promote the success of high-achieving students from underserved populations who are preparing for careers in medicine and the health professions. Through the landmark gift of $1.8 billion by Michael R. Bloomberg that is dedicated to meeting 100% demonstrated need with no-loan financial aid packages for first-generation and limited-income (FLI) students and the robust expansion of FLI initiatives at Johns Hopkins University, the JUMP program has evolved from a small cohort-based program to a premier 4yr+ enrichment program.

The JUMP program is a large learning community (500 - 800 students) for all underserved (URM) and/or FLI students on a pre-med/pre-health pathway at Johns Hopkins University (JHU). The JUMP program is aligned with and actively attuned to the definition of underserved in medicine and holistic review practices of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Working closely with the Office of Pre-Professional advising, JUMP is centered on developing knowledge and essential skills for successfully navigating the pre-med/pre-health pathways at Hopkins and beyond. JUMP programming is anchored in five core pillars: Academic & Testing Support, Mentoring, JUMP Community Building/Baltimore Community Connections, Health Professions Exploration and Pre-Health Pathways & Milestones.

We are seeking a JUMPAssistant Director, Student Developmentwho will join both the JUMP Director and Assistant Director for Programming. Together as a team, we will continue to develop and implement the established strategic framework for the JUMP Program. This individual will demonstrate cross-cultural nuance in developing and implementing programming-specific and holistic advising to URM and/or FLI students. As advocates for URM and/or FLI students in their overall student experience and pursuit of their academic and professional goals, the JUMP Assistant Director, Student Development will establish collaborations, within Johns Hopkins and external to the University, that promote student success and the overall mission of the program. More specifically, this role will support collaborative programming between JUMP, Life Design, the Office for Academic Support, the Office of Pre-Professional Advising, other programs in the Center for Student Success, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, and the Offices of Academic Advising.

Note -The JUMP Assistant Director, of Student Development reports to the Director of JUMP in the Center for Student Success. 

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Programming & Collaborative Partnerships (65%)

• Support the curriculum efforts and programming for the following JUMP Pillars: Academic and standardized Testing Support and Health Professions Exploration.
• Academic & Testing Support: Curate academic enhancement information and develop initiatives to support and boost JUMP Members BCPM and overall GPAs and MCAT, GRE, DAT scores.
• Health Professions Exploration: Curate and develop programming, panels, workshops, internships, fellowships, and research opportunities that support the exploration of health professions.
• Coordinate workshops, events, and programming that deepen the understanding of diverse pathways and the essential skills based on holistic review practices for ~ 500 - 800 URM and/or FLI students pursuing health professions.
• Serve as an advisor to three of the JUMP Student Committees: Physician/Scientist Track (MD/PHD) Committee, Humanities Committee, and the Health Professions Committee.
• Coordinate students' participation in professional development conferences (e.g. SNMA, LSMA) and visits to regional medical schools.
• Collaborate with JUMP partners to support JUMP sophomores by working with the JUMP, Assistant Director of Programming to coordinate a three-day program (off campus) each August.

Advising (20%)

• Provide holistic small group advising to JUMP Members and, on a limited as-needed basis, individual advising, that prioritizes students' knowledge of the pre-med pathway and specific skill-building.
• Collaborate with the Office of Pre-Professional Advising and Office of Academic Advising to ensure students are receiving academic advising and success coaching, pre-professional advising, and holistic review advising.
• Stay abreast of current and national trends of URM, first-generation, and/or low-income college students pursuing careers in the health professions. Remain current in the field of pre-health advising, AAMC holistic review practices, and medical school admissions.
• Collaborate with JUMP partners, including the Office of Pre-Professional Advising, Life Design, the National Fellowships Program to enhance academic and post-graduation planning for JUMP students.
• Facilitate referrals as appropriate.

Administrative (15%)

• Develop and manage programming-related budget and logistical outlines, procurement on behalf of the JUMP program for items, vendors, etc.
• Conduct program evaluations and produce individual event reports as well as semester participation reports for designated programs.
• Work with JUMP staff to recruit, train, and supervise undergraduate student interns and JUMP Fellows.
• Manage the development of programs to enhance the academic and application development of JUMP students.
• Support the Director in maintaining a system to track student participation in JUMP programming and URM & FLI Initiatives.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Must be available and willing to work some evenings/weekends as required for events and programming.
• Ability to use appropriate judgment when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, public speaking, writing, and listening skills.
• Demonstrated experience developing, articulating, operationalizing, and assessing strategic priorities.
• Proven ability to cultivate trust and credibility with colleagues and to build positive and effective relationships.
• Proven track record of establishing strategic relationships to strengthen program and service delivery.
• Extensive knowledge and experience managing holistic advising, assessment, academic and student affairs collaborations, diversity, and inclusion. In particular, the ability to influence societal and workplace attitudes that honor principles to create a more inclusive community.

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Higher Education, a health-related field or science required.
• Two-years direct experience working with students navigating an MD, DO, or MD/PhD or other pre-health pathway.
  

• Knowledge of the academic rigors of pursuing a career in science, medicine or related health profession is required.
  
• Demonstrated success working with and developing programming for underrepresented racial minorities (African American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Native-American), first-generation students, and students from limited-income families.
• Three years' experience in advising, mentoring or guiding college students; designing innovative programming; and establishing/maintaining collaborative working relationships with professionals.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in higher education, specifically science and/or medical education.
• Demonstrated familiarity with technology, specifically computer software and data management systems, including but not limited to Google Apps, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Three to five years of experience advising, mentoring or guiding college students; designing innovative programming; and establishing/maintaining collaborative working relationships with professionals.

Classified Title: Student Success Advisor 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): JUMP Assistant Director, Student Development   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD  
Starting Salary Range: Min $55,200 - Max $96,600 Annually ($65,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:30am - 5pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Homewood Campus 
Department name: Center for Student Success  
Personnel area: University Student Services 

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

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