Career Opportunities

Human Resources Office

William James College Human Resources Office delivers programs and services designed to support the mission of the College. Our core services and competencies include recruitment and staffing, employee relations, organizational and employee development, and regulatory compliance. Human Resources fosters an atmosphere of accountability, self-promotion and inclusion within a respectful and engaged environment.


Careers at William James

William James College is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, working and bringing psychological knowledge to the multi-cultural world community. We strongly encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alien age or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized, protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Candidates who possess personal characteristics that might be considered as diversifying elements among the faculty group are invited to identify themselves during the application process.

William James College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is a community that embraces multiculturalism. As such, persons from historically under-represented minority groups are encouraged to apply.


Current Openings

Please view our current openings below to see how you can be a part of the William James College community. We offer a very attractive benefits package that includes: health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement (403b); flexible spending accounts; EAP services; and generous vacation, personal, and holiday paid time off.

The Associate Director of Academic Data, Development and Institutional Effectiveness will report to, and work collaboratively with the Director of Academic Data, Development and Institutional Effectiveness (ADDIE).  The Associate Director will be responsible for managing data collection (e.g., queries, surveys, etc.) and database structures related to institutional research functions, analyzing institutional data (e.g., SPSS), and reporting using a variety of visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Excel, etc.). The position is also responsible for initiating and resolving systems and data quality issues related to institutional databases used for reporting.  This requires working collaboratively with units across the institution to review and evaluate current business practices and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and streaming.

This position will assist in guiding data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and policy formulation while ensuring the highest standards of data integrity. The Associate Director will support the daily operations of the ADDIE team, contribute to efforts in enrollment management, student learning, assessment, evaluation, student success, program and course evaluation, regional accreditation (e.g., NECHE), and program accreditation (e.g., APA).

Essential Functions

  • Manages assigned projects and priorities and meets deadlines with high quality work products. Responsible for ensuring that regular data and survey collections, evaluations, assessments, course evaluations, reports, and business process functions are completed in a timely manner.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation on all projects, processes, reports, and models.
  • Train and collaborate with end users to assure appropriate understanding and skills to utilize data and reports provided by ADDIE.
  • Utilizes and leverages the college's data systems (e.g., Slate, Anthology Student, Snowflake, Razor’s Edge, etc.), reporting & analytics tools, and best practices in higher education data analytics to prepare data for Director, other Administrators, and students. 
  • Determines data requirements and generates responses for compliance reporting to the federal and state government (e.g., IPEDS, NC-SARA, etc.) and accreditation bodies (e.g., NECHE, APA, etc.).
  • Creates and maintains online dashboards of both current and census data, as well as survey data, for college use.
  • Collaborates with other campus leaders to maintain and enhance data integrity. Responsible for ensuring that all data is governed properly with required documentation of technical and non-technical aspects of data collection, maintenance, and applications of how the data is governed across systems and units. Works with IT to create and maintain data dictionary, assign dashboard permission levels, and ensure PII and data security with dashboards and all institutional data.  Works with IT on data and reporting needs and solutions.
  • Collaborate in peer institution analysis and benchmarking activities via querying state and national databases, such as National Student Clearinghouse, or internet searches.
  • Leads student workers and temporary workers through daily supervision and instructions
  • Actively participates in continuous improvement efforts. This requires (a) the participation in committees, workgroups, taskforces, and in meetings as needed, serving as an information expert concerning institutional data, their intended use and assist with interpretation; (b) using research and analysis to contribute to institutional guidelines and policies; (c) monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of implemented changes, and recommending adjustments as needed.
  • Work within the guidelines and comply with all ethical, legal and regulatory standards regarding data collection, maintenance, access, dissemination and reporting, as well as retention and final disposition.
  • Coordinate office tasks in the Director’s absence.
  • Stay current with important national and regional trends that affect higher education and assist the department and institution with appropriate responses.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • Master's degree, from a regionally accredited college or university in a social science discipline or closely related field that includes advanced course work in statistics and/or research methodology. 
  • Minimum of 3 to 5 years of job-related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Will consider candidates with progressive work experience in information gathering, query writing, processing, data analysis, and reporting, and leadership preferably in Institutional Research.
  • Management or leadership experience at a college or university or other experience that demonstrates proficiency with leadership skills and the ability to step into the director role as needed.
  • Familiarity with technology is essential. Knowledge and Experience with the following is highly desirable: ERP Software (e.g., Campus Management’s Campus Nexus for Constituent Relationship Management or Anthology Student, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Student Information System (SIS); SQL; Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint); data analysis software (e.g., IBM/SPSS); online survey/form development and implementation using Qualtrics; visualization software (e.g., PowerBI); course evaluation software (e.g., MyCoursEval), learning management software, LMS (e.g., Canvas); field education software (e.g., Sonia and Time2Track), data warehouse or data lake (e.g., Snowflake).
  • Proven track record of success in project management. Project management involves handling and monitoring every aspect of a project from start to finish. Project management requires a variety of skills which are critical elements of his position: manages time and workload effectively, meets project deadlines, adapts to scheduling and project changes, develops effective work plans, organizes, and implements work plans effectively with minimal supervision, and work product is completed accurately (with few or no errors).
  • Proven track record of success in developing data, research and reports; both quantitative and qualitative; to support college-wide decision making.
  • Experience with institutional research or higher education data reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS) and accreditation standards is a must.
  • Experience with survey design, administration, analysis, and platforms (e.g., Qualtrics).
  • Experience with technologies associated with collecting, cleaning, recoding, combining, managing, analyzing, evaluating, reporting, and visualizing data (e.g., SPSS, PowerBI, Excel, etc.).

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  • Strong leadership, project management, organizational, analytical, and communication abilities are crucial for collaborating across departments and presenting findings effectively. Additionally, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills are vital for supporting institutional planning and decision-making processes.
  • Understand and apply legal and ethical components involved in conducting research and analysis (e.g., FERPA, human subjects).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect raw data using various tools and methods, organize, analyze, summarize, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Understanding of and/or experience with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research methodology and data analysis.
  • Knowledge of relational databases and experience designing, maintaining and reporting from large databases and multiple tables. Advanced knowledge of data querying and some experience with SQL.
  • Ability to provide technical leadership in an ambiguous environments including the ability to troubleshoot automated processes as necessary and recommend/implement the necessary changes.
  • Proficiency with software products used in statistical analysis (e.g., SPSS, SAS), data manipulation (e.g., MS Access, SQL, Excel), and display (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) including the ability to including to create data displays, pivot tables, use functions to create or recode variables, and to normalize, clean, and merge data.
  • Strong project management and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities under time constraints.
  • Strong organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and integrity.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Ability to make independent and collaborative decisions.
  • Ability to maintain collaborative team relationships with peers and colleagues to effectively contribute to the working group’s achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in relation to confidential and proprietary information.
  • Basic understanding of relevant technical skills (e.g., statistical techniques – including multivariate techniques and trend analyses, psychometrics, presentation graphics).
  • Sensitivity to organizational dynamics across institutions, across departments as well as across hierarchical levels.
  • Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult issues and/or diverse organizations.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

William James College is currently seeking a full-time Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) to join our Forensic Services/Juvenile Court Clinic team in Norfolk County. The Juvenile Court Clinics (JCCs) are operated as a collaboration between the Administrative Office of the Juvenile Court (AOJC) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH). 

The primary location for this position will be in the Norfolk County Juvenile Court Clinic in Dedham, MA. The JCCs provide court-ordered evaluations of youth and families from diverse racial, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds who often have complex needs and systems involvement. This position has less client contact hours than most clinical positions and includes extensive assessment report writing, record review and collateral contact as major duties.

Duties Include

  • Perform court-ordered psychological and diagnostic evaluations for the MA Juvenile Courts in status matters (Child Requiring Assistance), child abuse and neglect cases (Care and Protection), juvenile delinquency and youthful offender cases, and emergency civil commitment evaluations for psychiatric hospitalization or substance use treatment.
  • Provide oral testimony as needed on assigned cases
  • Consult with judges, probation officers, and attorneys
  • Provide consultation and training as may be requested by the Juvenile Court to clinical staff, judges, probation officers, other court personnel and others (eg. community behavioral health providers, attorneys)
  • Provide supervision to work-study students, trainees, and interns when appropriate
  • Provide referrals to court-involved youth and their families for behavioral health services in their communities, and other supports or services as needed
  • Other duties as assigned by Program Director

Required Qualifications

  • Social Work degree at the Masters Level
  • Licensed to practice social work in MA
  • Knowledge and experience working with children, adolescents, and families
  • Strong writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Commitment towards racial and social justice and equity, including a culturally humble approach to clinical work
  • Credentialed as a Certified Juvenile Court Clinician (CJCC I) per 104 CMR 33.00 OR eligible to be certified (which is typically met if other job requirements are met). Supervision and training for CJCC certification will be provided at no cost.
  • Applicant must be able to assume employment in the U.S. without College sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in forensic mental health and forensic assessment
  • Bilingual fluency (Spanish/English)

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Clinical and Community Services in the Center for Workforce Development (CWD), the Community Engagement and Resources Coordinator will be responsible for the roles and duties described below.

Essential Functions

  • Serve as liaison between the CWD and its community-based programs.
  • Build strong partnerships with external agencies and internal departments at the College.
  • Provide administrative support for community forums, workshops, and other events.
  • Oversee all aspects of referrals to community-based resources for program participants.
  • Serve as a bridge to link participants to community-based programs and services.
  • Ensure that program participants are connected to appropriate resources and services, and receive the care they need.
  • Document and track all community-based resources and referrals.
  • Maintain participant records in an organized and professional manner.
  • Foster positive and productive relationships with program participants, staff, faculty, internal departments, and external partner agencies.
  • Maintain on-going communication with program staff, partners, and other key stakeholders.
  • Work collaboratively with the CWD and community-based agencies to implement project goals in a timely manner.
  • Perform other community engagement tasks, as assigned.

Qualifications

  • An associate degree in psychology, social work, human services or a related field; or a minimum of one year of work-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong organizational, project coordination, and written and oral communication skills.
  • Commitment to promoting the well-being of immigrants and other underserved populations.
  • Past or present engagement in community-based services with culturally diverse groups.
  • Experience with creating strong partnerships with community-based organizations and working with a diverse staff and student body.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and ability to relate well to individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Ability to work independently, problem solve, and provide excellent customer service.
  • Experience with building and maintaining partnerships with community-based organizations.
  • Ability to adapt to the culture of a mission-drive, fast-paced educational environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining program participants’ privacy and confidentiality.
  • Proficiency with MS Word and other web-based tools as well as social media platforms.
  • Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license.

Preference will be given to candidates with bilingual proficiency (e.g., English and Haitian Creole, Portuguese or Spanish)  and those who have a background in prevention, public health, or behavioral health programming coordination. Applicant must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

For more information, please contact Rachel Braun, Human Resources Assistant at HR@williamjames.edu.


Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

Position Summary

The Coordinator of Clinical Training will collaborate with the staff and faculty in the Center for Workforce Development (CWD) to lead, manage, and provide clinical oversight of the CWD’s workforce development programs. This is a full-time position for a behavioral health professional with a strong background in clinical training, supervision, and program management as well as administrative and direct care experiences with historically underserved populations. The Coordinator of Clinical Training will report to the Vice President for Workforce Initiatives.

Essential Functions

  • Offer leadership and administrative support to the team in the Center for Workforce Development to implement program goals and objectives.
  • Manage the recruitment, placement, and training of students enrolled in the CWD’s workforce development programs.
  • Oversee the implementation of evidence-based practices for recruiting, training, and retaining a culturally diverse behavioral health workforce.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments at the College and external partner agencies to manage career ladder programs for individuals from historically underserved communities.
  • Provide clinical training and supervision to the CWD staff, program participants, and trainees.
  • Facilitate workshops, didactic seminars, and other professional development activities.
  • Lead presentations on workforce development topics at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
  • Participate in strategic planning to manage program growth and ensure sustainability.
  • Regularly review and recommend changes in program services to meet emerging needs, with a focus on behavioral health workforce development initiatives for underrepresented groups.
  • Engage in data collection, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Maintain oversight of program evaluation and quality assurance functions.
  • Ensure adherence with funding agency guidelines and timelines, as appropriate.
  • Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with academic standards and procedures.
  • Perform other duties, as required.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum of a master’s degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., mental health counseling, psychology, or social work).
  • Currently licensed or license eligible as a behavioral health provider (e.g., LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, LICSW) in Massachusetts.
  • Minimum of 3 years of administrative and/or clinical experiences in academic, community-based, human services, or non-profit agencies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Relevant clinical experience with culturally diverse and underserved communities.
  • Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional maturity.
  • Ability to relate well to individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and public speaking skills.
  • Experience with supervision, clinical training, and program management.
  • Ability to adapt to the culture of a mission-driven, fast-paced educational environment.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Mandarin preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom, and other web-based tools.
  • Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license.
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Ability to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

Embedded in the Framingham Police Department, the Co-Response Clinician will work alongside police officers and provide crisis response to individuals in need. Co-response clinicians offer on-scene de-escalation, support, assessment of mental status, social functioning, and determine level of risk to self and others.

Essential Functions

  • Work collaboratively to assist and support law enforcement on calls involving individuals in a mental health/substance use related crisis.
  • Participate in regular ride-alongs in all partner police departments.
  • Attend monthly Co-Response Program Operations Meetings.
  • Work closely with community members who are in crisis, identifying signs of mental health conditions, emotional dysregulation, and substance use.
  • Perform risk assessments, crisis intervention, and employ de-escalation techniques.
  • Provide community-based care through effective and efficient in-person responses, telephone support and referrals.
  • Thoroughly document all clinician interventions and follow up care needed.
  • Provide informal and formal training to law enforcement and dispatchers.
  • Collect and enter data on interventions performed in the DMH database and clinical notes program.
  • Engage with training and professional development to enhance their clinical, law enforcement, and justice system knowledge.

Desired Skills

  • Understanding of grief and trauma.
  • Excellent client assessment, and intervention skills.
  • Proactive, creative, ethical, and enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent de-escalation skills.
  • Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Responsive with follow through on individual tasks.
  • Ability to learn how to complete a rapid risk assessment.
  • Demonstrate understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
  • Ability to establish rapport with consumers, family members, law enforcement and service providers.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related clinical field.
  • Massachusetts License as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Social Worker (LCSW or LICSW), or Psychologist (LP/HSP) eligible (preferred).
  • Two years’ experience in crisis work.
  • Experience collaborating with law enforcement (preferred).

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

The Director of Institutional Grants and Foundation Relations is a key member of the Institutional Advancement team at William James College. This role is responsible for securing revenue from a range of institutional funders, including government agencies, private foundations, and corporate foundations, to support the continuation and growth of graduate educational programs, partnerships, and services that impact our students and the community. The Director will be responsible for building upon the previous success of the department and will be a key contributor in building the strategy in partnership with the Chief Development Officer.

The Director must be an excellent strategist and communicator who has experience developing a staff, serving as a lead writer, and managing and building a pipeline. This role will require the ability to synthesize data and complex information to various stakeholders to secure support for William James College. The Directors primary responsibilities are outlined below. 

1. Strategic planning

  • Design and manage a yearly grant funding strategy and plan that sustains and grows grant revenues based on WJC’s strategic priorities.
  •  Assist WJC senior leaders with the strategic prioritization of external funding opportunities (i.e., help determine which proposals to pursue by balancing factors such as institutional needs, faculty initiatives, grant size and impact, and available resources).

 2. Grant prospecting, stewardship, reporting, and implementation

  • Working closely with the rest of the IA team, (i) identify and (ii) develop a robust pipeline of foundation, corporate and private funders through research and relationship building. Attend events and conferences, as appropriate.
  • Cultivate, solicit, steward, and otherwise manage relationships for, a significant portfolio of regional and national private foundations, as well as corporations and corporate foundations.
  •  Facilitate external grant reporting and internal implementation, in collaboration with appropriate WJC stakeholders.

3. Relationship management

  • Foster collaboration within WJC and manage internal stakeholders in pursuing external funding opportunities; serve as primary point-of-contact for faculty and staff inquiries regarding grant applications and funding.
  • Design and implement regular workshops for faculty, staff, and other relevant stakeholders on identifying grant opportunities and writing proposals.
  • Collaborate with WJC marketing and communication teams to manage award announcements and press releases.
  • Manage outside vendors, consultants, internal staff, and other service providers related to grant development.

4. Grant writing

  • Serve as the senior writer for IA; act as the lead grant writer for key proposals, major gift proposals and stewardship, and secondary writer on other proposals.
  • Assist with presentations and communications, developed by the IA team and others, to secure external funding.
  • Oversee the writing of grant proposals by faculty members (that have received appropriate internal approvals and oversight) and serve as a resource to faculty members submitting grant applications

5. Systems and process management

  • Create policies for the (i) internal approval, (ii) external submission, and (iii) award stewardship and reporting (e.g., impact reports, scholarship tracking, and other measures of accountability that ensure grant obligations are being fulfilled) related to grants and other sponsored requests/pursuits.
  • Participate in an internal grant approval process to ensure proposals (i) comply with particular submission requirements, (ii) use consistent institutional data, and (iii) adhere to WJC’s institutional, financial, HR, and other relevant policies.
  • Develop and maintain a library of grant opportunities relevant to the work of WJC faculty/staff.
  • Catalog and track in-progress and submitted grant proposals and applications.
  • Record final grant awards in appropriate internal systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required 
  • Five years of prior grant writing experience
  • Experience in an academic setting with knowledge in federal grant guidelines and federal grant budgets is a plus
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to handle multiple projectss
  • Self-motivated and demonstrates initiative, patience, and resourcefulness in adapting to sudden changes

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

William James College seeks an experienced and skilled leader who is driven by the opportunity to develop organizational best practices that effectively communicate and support the College’s mission and strategic goals. The Director of Talent, Equity, and Culture will advance the College’s strategic plans as they relate to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) best practices in faculty and staff recruitment, retention, training, and advancement. The Director of Talent, Equity, and Culture is a senior-level management position reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance and Operations.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a cohesive strategy for realizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) training and education objectives to ensure fair and equitable treatment of faculty, staff, and students; Serve as an advisor and a resource for institutional leaders, department chairs, staff, and faculty in the areas of DEIA.
  • Create and implement strategies and be accountable for recruiting candidates that reflect the College’s recruiting strategy ; develop strategies and best practices for improved recruitment and hiring practices for all employees
  • Responsible for all aspects of employee relations including supervisory consultations related to performance and professionalism, conduct, disciplinary issues, and termination; assist employees with workplace concerns; and manage employee engagement surveys
  • Serve as Title IX Coordinator for the College and maintain compliance with applicable laws.
  • Conduct investigations of bias incidents, discrimination and harassment complaints filed by faculty, staff, and students. Evaluate documentation, advise individuals and departments on appropriate action(s) to be taken, and provide mediation, as needed.
  • Manage on-boarding and off-boarding of all employees.
  • Provide resources and direction for college-wide employee development process, hiring, coaching, counseling, and career development initiatives.
  • Anticipate legal issues associated with recruitment, performance, and conduct matters.
  • Facilitate organizational development and employee training and learning; and devise effective strategies for evaluating and refining training goals and objectives.
  • Update/create personnel policies and procedures and keep the employee handbook up-to-date and compliant.

Basic Requirements

  • Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through education and 7-10 years’ professional related experience
  • Experienced mediator with well-developed conflict management and resolution skills
  • Exceptional communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Ability to balance sensitivity with efficiency, and attention to detail to the bigger picture
  • Experience guiding supervisors and managers in employee relations issues
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and presentation skills
  • A positive and collaborative attitude, a team player mentality, and a sense of humor
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Experience with HRIS Systems, ADP experience is a plus

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience or master’s degree with  7 years of progressive human resource, preferably in higher education.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Title IX regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable laws.
  • Experience in conflict resolution and mediation methods.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain cooperative working relationships at all levels of the College.
  • Ability to promote a harassment free environment, educate others on the value of diversity, and build and cultivate a diverse workforce.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to model respectful behaviors for cultural differences.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

The Educational Technologist works directly with students, staff, and faculty to provide support, training, and evaluation of education technology tools in academic and Continuing Education (CE) courses.

Essential Functions

  • Provide educational technology support and training to faculty, staff, and students in academic departments and participants registered for Continuing Education (CE) programs, while maintaining a high level of customer service
  • Manage student enrollment in our learning management system (LMS)for academic courses
  • Maintain the student educational technology onboarding process, including growth of the college’s online LMS onboarding courses
  • Support faculty onboarding process related to educational technology tools and courses
  • Provide LMS support for Continuing Education online courses
  • Contribute to the creation, organization and use of our document library and training materials
  • Serve as primary support for video-centric e-learning and web conferencing tools
  • Manage quality assurance of the functionality of course offerings through the LMS
  • Document and analyze the operations, effectiveness, and feedback of Educational Technology programs
  • Answer support tickets regarding education technology
  • Be an administrator to all educational technology tools and apply experience and training to maintaining the operation of assigned systems
  • Assist in the implementation and transition to new education technology vendors
  • Edit videos for courses as assigned
  • Keep up to date with emerging technologies
  • Research and evaluate new educational technology tools that might be useful for WJC
  • Other duties as instructed or assigned

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 2+ years of experience in Educational/Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or related field, preferred
  • High level of professionalism, energy, and enthusiasm
  • Passion about technology in education and how it impacts the future of higher education
  • Patient and effective in 1 on 1 and small group consultations/trainings with faculty, students, and staff.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to complete projects with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work independently and on a team
  • Ability to work well under time pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, web-based collaboration tools, video creation tools, and web conferencing tools
  • Experience with Learning Management Systems (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas) preferred
  • Some familiarity with project management methods preferred
  • Applicant must be able to assume employment in the U.S. without College sponsorship

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.

The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at William James College seeks applications for the position of Program Manager for community-based initiatives. In this role, the Program Manager will oversee the CWD’s community-based initiatives, strengthen partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, and work collaboratively with the administrative team to set and execute goals for the CWD’s growth in community-based settings. The Program Manager will report to the CWD’s Associate Director of Clinical and Community Services.

Essential Functions

  • Provide administrative oversight to the CWD’s community-based initiatives.
  • Oversee the active recruitment, interview, selection, and enrollment of program participants.
  • Manage efforts to address program participants’ social determinants of health needs (e.g., ESOL, digital and financial literacy, childcare, and transportation support services).
  • Foster positive and productive relationships with program participants, staff, faculty, internal departments, and external partner agencies.
  • Design and disseminate newsletters, event flyers, and program announcements.
  • Create social media platforms to raise awareness of the CWD’s community-based programs.
  • Collect data and maintain databases for community-based programs.
  • Collaborate with the CWD team to develop and implement project plans and timelines.
  • Ensure that community-based project deliverables are high-quality and completed in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with the CWD management team to ensure successful communication and coordination between program staff, faculty, students, and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with funding agency guidelines and timelines, as appropriate.
  • Develop professional development workshops, conferences, webinars, and Continuing Education events for students, practitioners, and partner agencies.
  • Oversee outreach efforts to build partnerships with city, state, and community-based organizations to expand and diversify the CWD’s workforce development programs.
  • Provide technical assistance and ongoing support to the College’s workforce development programs.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in counseling, human services, psychology, or a related field.
  • Commitment to promoting the well-being of immigrants and other underserved populations. 
  • Past or present engagement in community-based services with culturally diverse groups.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and ability to relate well to individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. 
  • Ability to work independently, problem solve, and provide excellent customer service.
  • Experience with building and maintaining partnerships with community-based organizations.
  • Ability to adapt to the culture of a mission-drive, fast-paced educational environment. 
  • Strong organizational, project coordination, and written and oral communication skills.
  • Commitment to maintaining program participants’ privacy and confidentiality. 
  • Knowledge of MS Word and other web-based tools as well as social media platforms.
  • Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license.

Preference will be given to candidates with bilingual proficiency (i.e., English and Haitian Creole). Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit our career center (click here).

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

For more information, please contact Rachel Braun, Human Resources Assistant at HR@williamjames.edu.


Inclusive Excellence at William James College

William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.