Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Orientation
Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Orientation
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$ 39500 - 43888
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Job Description
The fulltime Assistant Director of Student Engagement plays a vital role in enhancing the cocurricular experience at Hood College. This fulltime position focuses on supporting commuter students fostering student leadership development and strengthening the support for clubs and organizations. This role collaborates with student leaders faculty and staff to create meaningful engagement opportunities that contribute to student growth community building and leadership development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Commuter Student Services 25
- Serve as the primary coordinator and advocate for commuter students addressing their unique needs and fostering a sense of belonging on campus.
- Collaborate with campus partners to develop tailored resources and engagement opportunities for commuter students.
- Administer surveys and conduct assessments to understand and improve the commuter student experience.
- Advise the Commuter Council and coordinate events programs and initiatives focused on commuter student engagement.
Leadership Development 25
- Develop and implement a comprehensive student leadership program that aligns with the Colleges mission and supports students in gaining leadership communication and problemsolving skills.
- Work with student leaders to foster their growth equipping them with best practices in organizational management event planning and inclusivity.
- Provide mentorship to student leaders supporting them in setting goals understanding leadership frameworks and creating inclusive environments within their organizations.
- Facilitate workshops and leadership retreats for students involved in clubs organizations and leadership programs.
Club and Organization Support 25
- Serve as a primary resource for student organization officers offering consultation and support in areas such as event planning budgeting and campus procedures.
- Develop strategies for improving the effectiveness of student organizations including training on inclusivity team building and leadership transitions.
- Work with student organizations to promote campus engagement assist in designing marketing and publicity materials and encourage the use of highimpact practices in their initiatives.
- Assist student groups in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate the impact of their programming.
Campus Partnerships and Engagement 15
- Foster partnerships with Residence Life Career Services Alumni Relations and other campus offices to create holistic inclusive engagement opportunities for students.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop community service and volunteer projects for student organizations enhancing students engagement with the local community.
- Participate in planning largescale events such as Orientation Family Weekend and other signature events providing guidance to student leaders and organizations.
Administrative Responsibilities 10
- Manage the Office of Student Engagements social media presence and create regular content that engages students with campus life and leadership opportunities.
- Assist with assessment and reporting efforts to evaluate student engagement and development outcomes.
- Provide support for graduation activities including graduation regalia cords etc.
- Support the development and management of club/organization budgets and strategic spending priorities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Education and Experience
Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g. higher education student affairs leadership development) and a minimum of 13 years of experience in higher education or student development with a focus on student organizations leadership and/or commuter student services.
Skills
Strong organizational communication and multitasking skills; a proven ability to collaborate across departments; a commitment to fostering an inclusive studentcentered environment; and experience in mentorship and student advising.
Preferred Experience
Experience in experiential training and facilitation; demonstrated effectiveness in training club advisors.
Other Duties
Student Engagement and Orientation is an exciting and evolving area in higher education and requires ongoing learning active engagement a studentcentered outlook and a willingness to adapt and change.
37.5hour work week. Significant evening and weekend work is expected.
Preferred Skills and Characteristics
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service to students and stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen with experience with budget management; financial reporting
- Demonstrated ability to lead train and develop a team of professionals graduate and undergraduate staff.
- Proficiency in database management and computer applications relevant to student engagement.
- Knowledge of applicable laws regulations and best practices related to student engagement and orientation in higher education settings.
Technology Skills
Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint) email and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organizationwide information systems and departmentspecific software applications.
Language Skills
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking projections goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.
Compensation
This is a position with an annual starting salary range of $39500 to $43888 depending on circumstances including an applicants skills and qualifications certain degrees and certifications prior job experience training and other relevant factors. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellent benefits including medical dental vision retirement paid time off and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College
To Apply
We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter rsum and three professional references.
If you need assistance with the online application process please emailor call.
Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer
Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex race color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression marital status pregnancy disability religionorage in recruitmentadmission and access to or treatment or employment in its programs services benefits or activities as required by applicablelaws includingTitle IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries aboutdiscrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referredto the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall 401 Rosemont Avenue Frederick MD. 21701(AD 592. For complete information on Hood Colleges nondiscrimination policy pleasevisit Experience:
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Employment Type
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