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Job:

Executive Director, LeFrak Center for Well-Being

Job Summary:

The Francine A. LeFrak Foundation Center for Well-Being will set the new standard for well-being in higher education, and education at all levels and in all settings, by applying a wide lens that includes multiple dimensions of well-being, using a framework that is inclusive of all members of the community, and creating scaffolding that establishes the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary for well-being throughout an individual’s life-course.

The Executive Director of the Francine A. LeFrak Foundation Center for Well-being (LeFrak Center) is an inaugural position at Barnard College. The LeFrak Center Executive Director will play a critical role in uniting the initiatives and programming that address key components of health and wellness for the Barnard community–physical, mental, financial health and wellness.

The LeFrak Center Executive Director will work under the guidance of, and report to, the Vice President for Health and Wellness, Chief Health Officer (CHO). The LeFrak Center Executive Director will ensure that the the strategic plan of the LeFrak Center moves from conceptualization to implementation on all fronts; which includes program planning and evaluation that is responsive to the needs assessment; physical space planning to ensure a center space that aligns with the Center’s mission and vision, encourages programming that incorporates the multiple aspects of well-being; holistic programming that incorporates all spheres of well-being for students, faculty, staff, administrators and alumnae; community-building for all stakeholders; communication of the work and outcomes of the LeFrak Center on campus and outside of Barnard to assist with program replication locally and nationally.

Job Description:

• In conjunction with the CHO, use a data-driven approach to understanding the needs in the areas of physical, mental, financial community health and wellness for Barnard College, inclusive of students, staff, administrators and faculty.
• Create and implement programming (longitudinal and single events) in each sphere of wellness that is centralized at the LeFrak Center.
• Work closely with the LeFrak Center Advisory Council to ensure programming that is responsive to student, staff and faculty needs over time and as they arise more acutely; the Executive Director will work with the CHO to communicate regularly with Human Resources and the Provost’s office in implementing programming.
• Be part of the CHO Cabinet to contribute to connectivity between the LeFrak Center, clinical services including Primary Care Health Services, Furman Counseling Center, the Public Health Response Team, and Pathways program.
• Oversee the Public Health Response Team, including their policies and response for public health issues salient to our community of students, faculty and staff.
• Oversee designated LeFrak Center team members 
• Work with the CHO, Development and the Advisory Board to create opportunities for new programs and support for the Center.
• Work with the CHO and stakeholders (students, staff, faculty, administration, funders) to ensure short- and long-term feedback and changes that are responsive to the needs of the community.
• Work with stakeholders–development, funders, students, administrators–to ensure ongoing responsiveness to the wellness needs of the College community.
• Work with the CHO and Communications to ensure campus-wide awareness of events and programming.
• Work with the CHO to ensure external dissemination of results and successes.
• Work with the CHO regarding budget management and oversight for the LeFrak Center.
• Pursue grants and funding opportunities that align with the mission of the LeFrak Center.

Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:

Knowledge Skills, Abilities

• Experience with, and leadership in, creation of innovative programming that serves diverse and inclusive communities
• Skills in program planning and evaluation including supervision of project management, qualitative and quantitative evaluation, and report generation.
• Experience in working with adolescents and young adults
• Wellness programming experience in an institution setting that serves several stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior administrators, trustees, donors, volunteers, and colleagues.
• Grant-writing and grant-management experience
• Superior written communication skills including the ability to create content for several audiences 
• Effective oral communication skills and experience with logistics and planning for major events, including but not limited to talks to large and small audiences, and facilitating panel and group discussions
• Experience working with community-based organization
• Ability to manage multiple projects from inception to completion, and prioritize as needed.
• Superior organizational skills; ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities quickly and efficiently as circumstances dictate.
• Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically for the short- and long-term.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including developing others, valuing diversity, building and maintaining relationships, influencing, and managing change.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree (MPH, MSW, RN, MBA)
• Minimum 7-10 years related work experience
• 5+ years of management/leadership experience
• Program management and evaluation experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of, or experience within, institutions of higher education and/or in supporting a senior administrator or executive

Salary Range: $195,000 - $205,000

As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Council of Ivy Group Presidents (Ivy League), it is imperative that members of the Columbia University community which includes Barnard College, in all matters related to the intercollegiate athletics program, exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations. 

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Company:

Barnard College

Time Type:

Full time