L E O N A R D R O B E R T S

BLOOMFIELD, NJ 07003 E-MAIL: LEONARD_ROBERTS@BLOOMFIELD.EDU

WORK: (973) 973-9000, EXT. 1242

EDUCATION

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

Administration and Supervision Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ -- 1992

Dissertation -- The Strategic Planning of an Institutional Culture: A Case Study of a College

Master of Divinity (M-Div. -- In Progress) The Drew Theological School,

Drew University, Madison, NJ – 2012 to Present Completed three years of seminary studies

on a part-time basis (Extended Track)

Master of Arts (M.A.) -- Student Personnel Services Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA -- 1982

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -- Psychology and Philosophy Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA -- 1978

PROFESSIONAL AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Planning & Institutional Analysis Emergency Response & Crisis Management Legal Issues & Special Investigations

Marketing & Customer Services Crisis Counseling & Mediation Leadership Development & Teambuilding

Systems Audit & Technology Integration Contract Negotiations & Financial Budgeting Facilities & Construction Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE BLOOMFIELD COLLEGE, BLOOMFIELD, NEW JERSEY 2005 TO PRESENT

Private 4-year liberal arts institution with an enrollment of 2,100 students. Associate Dean for Student Affairs -- Institutional and Educational Support Services Report to the Vice President for Student Affairs. Assists in overseeing all student-related concerns and activities for Bloomfield College. Served as Assistant Dean from 2005 to 2007.

Divisional Responsibilities: Responsibilities include shared management of 10 departments of 33 full-time professional employees with a total operating budget of $10 million. Direct reports include managers for Campus Security and Safety, Career Development, Educational Opportunity Fund, and Food Services. Other divisional areas include Athletics (NCAA Division II), Chaplaincy, Health Services, Personal Counseling, Student Activities (Center for Student Leadership & Development), and Residential Education & Housing. Provide leadership for Division of Student Affairs in the absence of the VPSA.

Institutional Responsibilities: Co-Chair of the BC Emergency Response Team (ERT) for 24-7 emergency management at Bloomfield College that includes emergency preparedness and response in consultation with the NJ Office of Homeland Security. Primary investigator for student and employee campus-wide incidents and judicial cases in consultation with College's legal counsel. Co-Chairperson of the BC CORE Team that provides technology oversight for Bloomfield College. Creator of institutional policies and protocols for mental health emergencies, alcohol and drug abuse, anti-hazing, on-campus parking and traffic control, missing persons, and sudden death in compliance with federal laws (i.e., FERPA, HIPPA, and Cleary Act) as well as federal alcohol and drug regulations (EDGAR Part 86). Serve on various campus-wide committees. Represent Bloomfield College at campus-wide public events such as Open House, New Student Orientation, and Commencement/Graduation.

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CONSULTANT 2003 to 2005

Contracted projects and various positions included customer service at Cigna Health Insurance, Altria Kraft Foods, Pennsylvania American Water Company, and R.H. Donnelley.

RICHARD STOCKTON COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY, POMONA, NEW JERSEY 1997 TO 2002 Regional Liberal Arts State College with enrollment of 7,000 students. Director of Housing and Residential Life Reported to the Dean of Students and served as Chief Housing Officer (CHO) for a student life program of 2,100 students (30% of total College academic enrollment).

Primary Responsibilities: Developed and administered $7 million budget and generated housing revenues of $8 million annually. Managed 125 employees (professional, paraprofessional, support, and maintenance staffs). Controlled 500,000 square feet of facilities for 45 buildings and surrounding grounds. Administered residential maintenance operation that included a commercial workshop, product inventories, fleet of 15 vehicles, and 25 employees (repairers, tradesmen, and custodial staff) representing 3 unions. Provided 24-7 crisis management and had close relationships with Campus Police, Counseling, and Health Center.

Major Accomplishments: Participated in the design, construction and opening of a $10.6 million apartment complex. Conducted a comprehensive review of 45 facilities and prioritized $14 million of deferred maintenance. Reorganized department 3 times in 5 years, resulting in improved teamwork and achievement of goals. Maintained annual average housing occupancy of 98% after opening with Fall occupancy of 102%. Managed high profile conferences hosted by the college, including an event for 20+ university/college presidents and a conference for 50 participants from various international countries. Created and marketed a visionary program called “W.E. C.A.R.E.” (Working to Enhance Community Attitudes for a Responsible Environment) to demonstrate department’s commitment to student learning and customer services.

PROVIDENCE COLLEGE, PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND 1994 TO 1997 Private liberal arts college operated by the Dominican Friars of the Roman Catholic Church with total enrollment of

3,800 students Executive Director of Residence Life Reported to the Vice President for Student Services and served as Chief Housing Officer (CHO) for a student life program of 2,600 students (68% of total College academic enrollment).

Primary Responsibilities: Managed 75 employees (professional, paraprofessional, and support staffs). Administered 300,000 square feet of facilities for 14 buildings and surrounding grounds. Developed and controlled $9 million budget and generated housing revenues of $9.5 million annually. Established and facilitated contracts for security services, satellite cable television, laundry services, and housing leases. Coordinated facilities for 3 religious chapels, a multi-purpose student pub/tavern, and summer conferences.

Major Accomplishments: First non-clerical person to hold position as previous directors were Roman Catholic priests. Created and marketed programs called “Project Initiative” and "Team Res-Life" that improved services to customers. Chaired committee for the Academic Living and Learning Center that was committed to academic excellence. Served as President of the College Professional Staff Federation. Served on the Enrollment Management Advisory Committee, which provided policy recommendations to the college president and Board of Trustees.

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ROWAN UNIVERSITY, GLASSBORO, NEW JERSEY 1988 to 1994 Assistant Director of Residence Life MONTCLAIR STATE COLLEGE, UPPER MONTCLAIR, NEW JERSEY 1984 to 1988 Residence Area Director STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT STONY BROOK 1983 to 1984 Residence Director INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA 1981 to 1982 Residence Director ALLIED SERVICES, SCRANTON, PENNSYLVANIA 1978 to 1981 Assistant Supervisor, Social Services Agency

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

Bloomfield Township – President for the Bloomfield Safety Council – 2015 to Date National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) – Current Member

Region II Annual Conference Committee, 1999-2001 (Conference Co-Chair), “Setting a Moral Compass for the Road Ahead,” Atlantic City, New Jersey, June 17 to 19, 2001

Task Force on Crisis Management and Violence Prevention (Member, 2000-2001)

Region II Annual Conference Committee, 1999 (Registration Chair)

Region II Annual Conference Committee, 1994 (Registration Chair)

Region I Small Colleges Network, 1995 to 1997

Mid-Atlantic Region of the Association of College and University Housing Officers (MACUHO)

MACUHO Programming Committee -- Planned 6 regional conferences, 1987 to 1993.

REFERENCES Available Upon Request