Director of Health Professions Advising

Job Description

Provide visionary, strategic direction for Health Professions Advising at Holy Cross, balancing core program strengths with innovative approaches that address evolving industry and admission trends;
Manage daily operations, program budget, and professional staff to ensure efficient, high-impact service delivery;
Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain active involvement in relevant associations (e.g., AAMC, AMCAS, NAAHP, NEAAHP, NECOME) to remain at the forefront of health professions advising.

Oversee comprehensive advising support to students and alumni pursuing careers in the health professions, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and allied health fields;
collaborate with faculty members of the Health Professions Advising Committee to ensure individualized support for candidates for the complex and competitive application process;
Chair the Health Professions Advising committee, collaborating with faculty members to coordinate dossier reviews, provide feedback to candidates, and author institutional endorsement letters;
Cook up application-cycle support, including mock interviews.

Program Development

Design and execute innovative programming, including workshops, panels, and information sessions on application strategies, clinical/research opportunities, gap year planning, and healthcare trends;
Serve as the primary institutional liaison to health professions graduate programs, external professional bodies, and alumni networks;
Represent the Health Professions Advising at key college-wide events, including student orientation, admissions open houses, and alumni events.

Technology and Data

Leverage emerging technologies and digital platforms to optimize operational workflows, modernize student communications, and maintain robust online advising resources;
Track, analyze, and report on candidate outcomes and matriculation data to inform programmatic enhancements and demonstrate student success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree or higher preferred.
  Minimum of 2 years of college academic or career advising, health professions advising, health professions admissions, related student services experience, or related healthcare mentoring.
  Deep, current understanding of health career pathways, admission requirements and application procedures across diverse healthcare fields.
  Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and experience supporting students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in STEM disciplines and healthcare professions.
  Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills with an ability to engage diverse internal and external stakeholders effectively.
  Proven track record in program management, budget oversight, and leading collaborative teams.
  Skilled in leveraging emerging technology platforms for advising operations and analyzing program data to drive decision-making.

Compensation

The salary range for this exempt-level position is $114,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions

An updated resume and cover letter are required as a part of your internal application. In your cover letter, please reflect on how your professional and personal values align with the Mission of the College of the Holy Cross to form individuals of integrity and purpose who are committed to the flourishing of all.

Additional Information

To review our generous benefits options, please review our detailed information here or check out our Benefits at a Glance.
The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law.
Please contact Human Resources for questions or to request an accommodation via email at hr@holycross.edu, or by calling 508-793-3391.
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity in the workplace.

Application

To apply, visit https://holycross.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Worcester-MA/Helen-Boucher--MD--Director-of-Health-Professions-Advising_JREQ-000709.