Director, Campus Life, Student Affairs Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester, NH - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 79000 - 110000

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Now Hiring: Director Center for Campus Life Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

Another Source is partnering with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to recruit a Director Center for Campus Life a highly visible on-site leadership role within Student Affairs in Rochester NY.

This is a rare opportunity for a strategic student-centered leader to shape engagement belonging and connection at a global R1 institution. Reporting to the AVP for Student Affairs the Director leads a broad portfolio including major events student organizations Fraternity & Sorority Life LGBTQIA programming student union operations and more supported by a $4M budget.

RIT is seeking a collaborative leader who can balance innovation with tradition mentor teams and create inclusive high-impact co-curricular experiences that help students thrive.

Salary: $79000$110000 (relocation available)

Location: Rochester NY (on site)

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Description: What youll be doing

Another Sources client Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is recruiting a Director Center for Campus Life to join their Student Affairs division on site in Rochester New York. This is a highly visible and influential leadership opportunity for a strategic creative and student centered professional to shape the co-curricular experience at a dynamic and evolving university.

At a moment when student engagement belonging and connection are more critical than ever the Director plays a central role in designing experiences that help students find community develop leadership skills and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs the Director provides innovative and strategic leadership for campus life initiatives serving all undergraduate and graduate students. The Director oversees a broad and impactful portfolio that anchors student engagement and belonging including major events and traditions new student orientation student clubs and organizations Fraternity and Sorority Life Women Gender Sexuality and LGBTQIA programming Spirituality and Religious Life commuter services student union management and the business operations that support all Center functions and student organizations.

This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who can balance innovation with tradition lead complex operations and create inclusive experiences that support student success and connection.

About RIT

Rochester Institute of Technology is a globally recognized university that blends technology creativity and experiential learning to prepare students for meaningful careers and lives of purpose. With a strong commitment to diversity inclusion and accessibility RIT fosters a vibrant campus community where students are encouraged to connect lead and thrive.

At RIT youll join a collaborative Student Affairs division that values innovation data-informed decision-making and holistic student development. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including generous retirement contributions tuition assistance for you and your family and a supportive work environment.

Who Will Thrive In This Role

The successful candidate will be a relationship-driven leader who brings both vision and operational strength to campus life work. They will be energized by complexity committed to student development and skilled at partnering across diverse stakeholders to build experiences that matter. This is a role for someone who enjoys mentoring staff listening to students and translating big ideas into sustainable programs.

Provide direct supervision and leadership to the Center for Campus Life leadership team supporting program development staff success budgeting and operational effectiveness.
Establish and communicate a clear vision for the Center including short- and long-term goals success metrics and continuous improvement strategies.
Oversee a complex operating and revenue budget exceeding $4 million ensuring strong fiscal stewardship and alignment with university and divisional controls.
Develop and implement programs services and experiences that enhance student engagement retention persistence and graduation outcomes.
Design and Launch new initiatives that engage faculty staff alumni and community partners in enriching campus life at RIT.
Collaborate across Student Affairs and the broader university to deliver cohesive student-centered programs aligned with RITs mission.
Engage directly with students to address complex concerns provide guidance and ensure appropriate support and follow-up
Communicate the impact of Campus Life through compelling reports presentations and service on divisional and university committees.
Serve as an administrative advisor to RIT Student Government supporting student leadership development and shared governance.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters degree in a related field.
68 years of senior-level leadership experience supporting student development and campus-wide engagement initiatives.
Demonstrated success leading and supervising professional staff in a complex organization.
Strong fiscal planning and budget management experience.
A data-informed approach to program assessment and continuous improvement.
Excellent written verbal and digital communication skills.
A demonstrated commitment to serving a diverse student population and advancing equity and inclusion.
Proven ability to build collaborative relationships grounded in respect empathy and accountability.

Preferred Qualification

Doctorate in a related field.

Salary Range

$ annually relocation packages available. In compliance with NYSs Pay Transparency Act the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Candidates with significant leadership experience overseeing complex portfolios may be considered toward the upper end of the range.

Whats In It For You

Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Programs

Tuition Assistance for you and eligible dependents

Another Source works with their clients on a retained project basis. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred) please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.

Additional Details:

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed age marital status sex gender religion sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin veteran status or disability in its hiring admissions educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act the Americans with Disabilities Act the New York Human Rights Law or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please contact the Human Resources office at or email your request to Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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At a glanceNow Hiring: Director Center for Campus Life Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)Another Source is partnering with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to recruit a Director Center for Campus Life a highly visible on-site leadership role within Student Affairs in Rochester NY.This ...