Overview
Director of Student Affairs
Compensation: $80,000-87,000 per year
The Director of Student Affairs provides strategic leadership, vision, and direction for programs and services that support student success, engagement, and well-being. This position oversees a variety of areas, such as student services, leadership development, student organizations, academic support programs, and compliance with institutional policies and procedures. The Director works collaboratively with campus stakeholders, including academic departments, faculty, staff, and students, to create an inclusive, student-centered environment that fosters academic and personal growth. This position reports to the Campus President.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive programs and services to support student engagement, retention, and success
- Proactively engage change management strategies to deliver programs and services
- Establish and evaluate policies and procedures to enhance the student experience
- Provide guidance and oversight for the Student Affairs team and manage department budgets
- Direct the business development process to increase community resources, job leads and externship sites
- Track and achieve daily/weekly run rates for placements, job lead development and re-entry activities
- Identify goals and vision for department to guide individuals and teams
- Acquire and apply up-to-date information from student services, education and healthcare industries to meet business objectives
- Align the organization with the local business community to support priorities, and embrace change
- Coordinate resources and arrange organizational systems
- Oversee campus programs and activities related to student development, leadership, and diversity initiatives
- Support student organizations, clubs, and governance bodies by providing mentorship and resources
- Advocate for student needs, addressing issues and providing resources for conflict resolution
- Responsible for creating an environment that engages staff, and provides quality student relationships and professional development, while developing purposeful relationships within the local health care community
- Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, including Title IX, ADA, and FERPA.
- Manage reporting processes for incidents related to student conduct, academic integrity, and campus safety
- Serve as a liaison between students and administration, promoting transparency and open communication
- Partner with academic departments and other campus units to provide comprehensive student support services
- Represent the institution in external and internal forums related to student affairs
- Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
- Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Your Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education and Human Sciences or related field (required)
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Student Affairs, Student Services, Graduate Employment/Career Services, or Education Management Services such as Admissions, Financial Aid or Academic Affairs
Skills:
- Experience with student management platforms like Campus Nexus (preferred)
- Experience in training, professional development, and performance management
- Facilitates regular, meaningful two-way communication
- Identify trends and track key metrics to determine overall effectiveness of initiatives and support of business goals and adjust strategies accordingly
- Capability to develop long-term plans for student affairs
- Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
- Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
- Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
- Present ideas in a clear and compelling manner, both verbally and in written format
- Exceptional listening and conflict resolution skills
- Openness to adopting new technologies, approaches, and methods for career services delivery, especially in response to evolving workforce demands
- Drive, and be accountable for, results in a fast-paced environment
Work Environment:
- This position is designated as on campus.
- Travel Requirements:
- Local and/or Overnight up to 15%
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