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Dean of Pages Job Description

Branch Officer for the College of Pages. Reports to Provost of Pages (Regional) or Principality Preceptor of Pages.

 

Generates and submits Quarterly reports to the Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages (or Kingdom Preceptor of the College of Pages if there is no Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor).

Each report should include:

New Initiates, Challenges and Ranks achieved (Transcript Update Checklist)

Ideas, questions and concerns of fellow Officers, Parents, Pages of all Ranks and the general populace of the SCA.

Summarizes activities and events attended in the report; forwards full copies of forms to Provost of Pages, or Principality Preceptor of Pages. Include written permission to publish information contained in reports in the Quarterly "Pages Gazette".

Assist in Challenge Rank selection, self-assessment, networking and Challenge preparations of participants.

Be available to sign off on any Challenges in a Ranking Page Certification Book, once satisfied that the proficiency requirements for the Challenge have been met. Plan and execute ceremonies, bestow certificates or other symbol of recognition as appropriate for the achievements of the participants.

Provide guidance for all youths, regardless of enrollment status, within their Branch. Oversee their activities, monitor and chronicle the successes for Rank challenges. Assist Provost of Pages, or Principality Preceptor of Pages, with information regarding individual counseling, workshops and other activities.

Identify and plan appropriate activities, games, classes and workshops for youths at events. Provide Copy of Activities and Sessions to all appropriate newsletters or publications; or otherwise insure the information is made available to the local populace (phone calls, post cards) Answer inquiries and use good judgment and tact in answering questions from the parents, young gentles and the populace of the SCA. Utilize problem solving skills ability to set priorities and apply rules. Confer with the Provost of Pages, or Principality Preceptor of Pages, on interviewing procedures and policies regarding application and appointment process. Encourage the use of Grievance Procedures when required.

Utilize library(ies) which include various Known World and Modern resources. Acquire or develop resources appropriate for all Ranks such as directories/databases of skilled artisans.

Establish and maintain records and files of awards and achievements of participants of the College of Pages.

Build relationships with potential instructors, encourage participation and facilitation for recruitment. Forward such information to the Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages.

Plan and carry out fund-raisers following SCA procedures and modern laws.

Write and or forward Letters of Recommendation or Commendation for recognizing exemplary service or skills to the Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages.

Write to Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages for transcripts of Pages rankings.

Confer with Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages to clarify issues of policies and procedures.

Report due dates are: February 1, May 1, August 1, November 1 of each year or per the Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir. CC: branch seneschal, Baron & Baroness or Royal Patron.

 

 

Desirable Experience and Skills for the Performance of Duties

Experience working with young persons ages 12 - 17. Possess an understanding of hierarchy and reporting structures of the SCA. Have an ability to teach and have demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills with a variety of audiences. Capable of creating and maintaining records of achievements, recognitions and activities of the members of the COP. Able to encourage knowledgeable gentles of the SCA to teach or guide the COP participants to attain the skills and knowledge they seek.

 

Application Process

To apply for this position, request the Job Description and application instructions from the Branch Seneschal. Qualified applicants must send modern and SCA resumes, proof of membership and cover letter detailing the your plans for the office and why you are suited to serve in the office. All applications should be sent to Branch Seneschal, Provost of Pages or Principality Preceptor of Pages, the Kingdom Preceptor of the College of Pages and the out-going Dean of Pages. Voluntary background check may be obligatory. Once appointed, the Dean's first duty is to complete a Job Acceptance form, obtain the other Branch officers signatures and submit to the Provost of Pages.

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