Assistant to the Dean, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences (71101\)
Salary: $71,000\.00 \- $78,000\.00 Annually
Location: NY, NY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600320
Department: Dean: Liberal Arts and Science
Closing: 3/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
About Pratt
Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world\-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25\-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting\-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000\-square\-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:
* Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
* Socially responsible and equity\-centered creatives,
* Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
* Inquisitive and compassionate community members.
Description
The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences \[SLAS] at Pratt comprises five departments and the Writing and Tutorial Center. The five academic departments\-History of Art and Design, Humanities and Media Studies, Social Sciences and Cultural Studies, Mathematics and Science, and Writing\-house a number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as undergraduate minors and graduate certificate programs. These departments are also responsible for the General Education program in which all Pratt undergraduate students take classes across a range of disciplines.
The Assistant to the Dean is responsible for the School's administrative, operational, and communications\-based initiatives as directed by the SLAS Dean. Additionally, the Assistant to the Dean serves as the primary point of contact for the Dean in the day\-to\-day functioning of the School, coordinating activities across departments, individuals, offices, and schools within the institute and with external parties.
Examples of Duties
- Responsible for the management of the Dean's appointments and meetings, coordinating the Dean's schedule, and assisting the Dean with coordinating and tracking School activities.
- Responsible for the day\-to\-day administrative duties of the Office of the Dean, greeting students, faculty, and other visitors in the Office and addressing questions and requests.
- Supervise student workers.
- Coordinate the School timetable, interdepartmental communications, and an all\-school calendar, and schedule academic program reviews.
- Coordinate daily office activities, including managing interdepartmental communications, managing the copier room, and ordering office supplies.
- Organize and maintain the School's digital archives and documents, ensuring the preservation and confidentiality of student, faculty, and staff files. Archive documents and be responsible for their retrieval when required.
- Assist the Dean in supporting submission of materials for faculty evaluation and promotion processes including appointments, reappointments, promotion, and tenure in accordance with applicable policies and with the faculty union collective bargaining agreement.
- Provide organizational support for School\-wide events, including coordinating publicity, room scheduling, registration, catering, reservations for outside speakers, refreshments, helping with onsite logistics, and keeping accurate records of each event.
- Route documents, obtain signatures, and submit documents.
- Assist in School communications and outreach through such tasks as collection of content for School newsletters, web content, social media outlets, as well as other engagement activities.
- Support searches run by the Dean's Office by maintaining records, making travel and other arrangements, scheduling and making room reservations for campus visits, and corresponding with candidates.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience in non\-profit administration, higher education or a related field. Experience working in higher education administration is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: The successful candidate must have strong technology skills and the ability to use social media and digital tools to accomplish work objectives. Knowledge of Excel and Google Suite is a must. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to communicate effectively with faculty and administration to achieve school goals in a collegial manner while exercising discretion when necessary. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population demonstrating cultural sensitivity.
Benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life \& AD\&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit \& Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac \& Sick)
Supplemental Information:
This is an on\-site position at least four days a week, some remote work may be approved.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pratt/jobs/5262097/assistant\-to\-the\-dean\-school\-of\-liberal\-arts\-and\-sciences\-71101
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