ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Position Number: S-3824
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director for the Office of Multicultural Academic Student Services (MASS ), the Assistant Director of Student Engagement contributes to the overall mission of the MASS Office by providing advisement and education to students and Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). This position supports students through the exploration of identity development and fosters an active learning environment that enhances their awareness on the ways culture informs community and personhood. The assistant director provides support for MASS and the Division of University Engagement and Student Affairs with cultural programming that aligns with divisional goals. The assistant director also collaborates with campus partners on student engagement, recruitment, retention, progress, and completion initiatives. Further, they are responsible for various levels of academic support, post-secondary education preparation, student retention, and advocacy programs.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education, psychology, social work/sociology, leadership, human development or related area.
Three years of professional experience focused on program development, advising/counseling, community engagement, or equivalent combination of education and experience in the areas listed above.
Experience with advising undergraduates, including directing their participation and observing their growth in learning.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence as it relates to the academic, personal, intellectual development of all students, faculty and staff.
Demonstrated experience with cultivating a culture of creativity, care, and concern.
Demonstrated ability to leverage highly effective and engaging verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience coordinating initiatives between different units, offices, divisions, organizations, and/or communities.
Ability to establish learning outcomes and assessing program effectiveness.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to work in a self-directed manner to meet due dates and to manage multiple tasks and activities.
Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.
Experienced proficiency with software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Canva, Articulate, and Teams/WebEx/Zoom.
Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferably in Latin American studies, higher education, social work, leadership, student affairs/personnel, human development and family studies or a related area of study.
Experience with program development and mentoring initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment to social justice, student support and student development.
Knowledge of graphic design and statistical software.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversees the planning, design, marketing, implementation, and assessment of campus-wide programs, events, cultural celebrations, and community service endeavors.
Creates educational programs that foster learning around issues related to social location and identity.
Serves as a resource person, advisor, advocate, and mentor for students.
Fosters and maintains relationships with campus and community partners in providing services that support student retention, benefit student health and well-being, and provides opportunities for academic and professional growth.
Analyzes institutional data related to issues that impact the student experience.
Provides data and assessment reports and/or presentations that highlight relevant departmental accomplishments, challenges, opportunities and recommendations to divisional leadership.
Maintains a detailed record of projects including workplans, student outcomes, and recommendations, where applicable.
Evaluates programming and responds to evolving needs.
Contributes to department/office operations and strategic planning and investigates/shares best practices to advance services, efficiencies, communication plans and initiatives.
Serves on various campus committees, panels, and events. Performs related responsibilities as required.
Conducts and attends some evening programs.
Additional duties as assigned.
Supervision Exercised:
None.
Employee Group: Professional & Administrative -Salary
Staff Pay Level:
Pay Range: $45,000 - $52,000
Division: University Engagement and Student Affairs
Department: Multicultural Academic Student Services
Position Status: Regular
Position End Date:
Employment Status: Full-Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed
Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes
About the Department:
Multicultural Academic Student Services (MASS ) supports the academic success, well-being, and graduation of multicultural students by providing culturally responsive programs, mentoring, advocacy, and community-building that promote persistence, engagement, and holistic development.
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