Director of Parent and Family Engagement

Charleston, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities:

The Citadel The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a Director of Parent and Family Engagement. This role will lead strategic initiatives to foster meaningful relationships between The Citadel and the families of cadets. The specific responsibilities of this role are below:

Will lead plan and execute major family-focused events on campus to include; Parents weekend Matriculation Day Remote Admissions events and cadet sendoffs
Oversee the parent portal to ensure timely and relevant content and resources
Works to build engagement with volunteers to support incoming families; also assists with integrating alumni volunteers and is the primary liaison to the Citadel Family Association (CFA)
Builds outreach through newsletters regular communications with families event invitations and updates
Collaborate with departments such as Admissions Commandants office Student Affairs and Alumni Relations to align family engagement with institutional goals.
Will evaluate engagement programs using metrics/feedback to improve effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree required and 5 years or more of experience in a related role.
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills including public speaking. Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in enrollment management communications alumni relations student activities orientation and/or academic advising.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in a relevant field.
Experience working with parents/families of college students including knowledge of FERPA and applicable laws.
Experience with military-affiliated institutions.
Demonstrated success in building community and managing volunteers.
Experience with Campus ESP (Parent Engagement Solution) and Slate (CRM)

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

Extensive Health Plans
Great Retirement Options
Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
Paid Parental Leave
Isle of Palms Beach Club
Swain Family Boat Center
Community Service Opportunities
Read more about our benefits on ourHR website

Required Experience:

Director

Job Responsibilities:The Citadel The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a Director of Parent and Family Engagement. This role will lead strategic initiatives to foster meaningful relationships between The Citadel and the families of cadets. The specific responsibilities of this role are b...

Job Responsibilities:

Will lead plan and execute major family-focused events on campus to include; Parents weekend Matriculation Day Remote Admissions events and cadet sendoffs
Oversee the parent portal to ensure timely and relevant content and resources
Works to build engagement with volunteers to support incoming families; also assists with integrating alumni volunteers and is the primary liaison to the Citadel Family Association (CFA)
Builds outreach through newsletters regular communications with families event invitations and updates
Collaborate with departments such as Admissions Commandants office Student Affairs and Alumni Relations to align family engagement with institutional goals.
Will evaluate engagement programs using metrics/feedback to improve effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree required and 5 years or more of experience in a related role.
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills including public speaking. Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in enrollment management communications alumni relations student activities orientation and/or academic advising.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in a relevant field.
Experience working with parents/families of college students including knowledge of FERPA and applicable laws.
Experience with military-affiliated institutions.
Demonstrated success in building community and managing volunteers.
Experience with Campus ESP (Parent Engagement Solution) and Slate (CRM)

Benefits of Working at The Citadel