Making the Leap: Navigating the Job Search Process & Transition from Mid-Level Manager to SSAO Presented by: Dr. Vicky Owles Dr. Suzanne Onorato Dr. Michael D. Anthony Dr. Terry Mena

Dr. Vicky Owles Ed.D Higher Education Administration, Florida International University (2009) MEd Counseling and Development, Higher Education, George Mason University (1993) BS Psychology, Longwood University (1989)   Vice President for Student Development – Stephens College (2016 - Current) Dean of Students – Miami Dade College (2011-2015) Associate Director for Orientation and Campus Life – Florida International University (2006 – 2011) Assistant Director for Campus Life and SGA Advisor – Florida International University (2001 – 2006) Dean of Students – Miami Country Day School (K-12) (1999-2001) Area Coordinator – Georgetown University (1996 – 1999) Residence Director – Trenton State College (1993 – 1996) Graduate Hall Coordinator (1991 – 1993)

Dr. Michael D. Anthony Ph.D Educational Leadership and Organizational Development, University of Louisville (2010) M.A. Higher Education Administration, University of Louisville (2005) B.S. Business Management – concentration in Marketing, NC State University (2003)   Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management – Rochester Community and Technical College (2016 – current) Chief Diversity Officer and Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs – Oakton Community College (2013 – 2016) Director – Cultural Center – University of Louisville (2008 – 2012) Coordinator – Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership, and Service – University of Louisville (2005 – 2008) Resident Director – University of Louisville (2003 – 2005)

Ed.D Higher Education Administration, Florida International University (2010) MEd Higher Education Administration, University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1995) BFA, Fine Art, University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1993)   Assistant Vice President of Community, Emory University (2015 – present) Associate Dean of Students, Agnes Scott College (2011 – 2015) Director, Women’s Center, Florida International University (2007 – 2011) Associate Director, Women’s Center, Florida International University (2004 – 2007) Coordinator, Residence Life, Florida International University (2000 – 2004) Residence Life Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (1997 – 2000) Hall Director, Eastern Washington University (1995 – 1997) Graduate Research Assistant, University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1993 – 1995) Dr. Suzanne Onorato

Ph.D in Education, Specialization in Higher Education Leadership, Florida Atlantic University (2015) MA in Student Personnel Administration, Teacher’s College, Columbia University (1997) BS in Criminal Justices and Minor in Latino/a, Latin American, and Caribbean Studies, Northeastern University (1996)   Associate Vice President and Dean of Students – Lamar University (2015 - Current) Associate Dean of Students – Florida Atlantic University (2007-2015) Interim Associate Vice President and Dean of Students - Florida Atlantic University (2007-2008) Associate Director for Student Affairs - Florida Atlantic University (2002–2007) Coordinator (Apartment Manager) for Housing and Resident Life – Florida Atlantic University (2000–2002) Assistant Director for Latino/a Student Cultural Center – Northeastern University (1998–2000) Resident Director - Northeastern University (1997) Program Coordinator for Upward Bound Program - Hofstra University (1997) Graduate Assistant for College Activities – Barnard College, Columbia University (1996 – 1997) Dr. Terry C. Mena

“the” Terminal Degree ….to Ed.D or Ph.D…that is the question

Know What You Want…Prepare! Become a generalist Keep current with higher education trends Committee work Versed in as many functional areas as you can (including Academic Affairs)

Plan Your Search Commit A search takes time! Fill out completed applications “No place for ego” Questions to ask yourself: Local or National Search? Partners wishes and aspirations? Relocation issues? Family obligations?

Organize Your Search Resume Cover Letter Philosophy Statements *Diversity & Leadership Transcripts Letters of Reference Social Media Check Up….Facebook, LinkedIn, IG

Give Critical Thought to Accomplishments Write them down! Make a PowerPoint about you…it’s a reflective, self-esteem building activity Prepare for presentations you will give

Prepare for the Interviews (It’s much harder to be on the other side!) Phone Skype On Campus Writing samples Research the institution thoroughly! State of the institution? Budgets? In the news?

Remember…. Be confident in your abilities Keep focused on your goals There are many colleagues looking at the same jobs…but there is only one You will find the right job for you Unpack your bags (literally and figuratively) once you are in the job Show gratitude to those that helped you (reference, mentors, colleagues, family)

Time for questions….