Director of Student Engagement

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a Director of Student Engagement and Services. The University of Dubuque offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate activities during fall and spring Spartan Start (new student orientation) programs for new and transfer students, and parents/stakeholders.
• Manage an annual budget.
• Select, train, and supervise peer mentors and orientation leaders for Spartan Start programs; with continued peer mentor programming during the fall semester.
• Collaborate and facilitate peer mentor, orientation leader, and resident assistant training. Lead, supervise, and manage a summer intern, as well as a graduate assistant.
• Develop and coordinate online Spartan Start programming for new and transfer students.
• Coordinate the inclusion of student development programming in Worldview I and II courses (foundational freshman courses).
• Coordinate Early Check-in programing for fall student athletes and parents/stakeholders.
• Develop and manage resources/programming for parents/stakeholders of first year students.
• Collaborate with the campus community to facilitate large-scale programming efforts, including Spartan Start, Homecoming, Campus Involvement Fairs, etc.
• Serve as primary advisor for Student Government Association (SGA) - assist with financial operations, governing documents, and the development and facilitation of campus events and improvements
• Serve as primary advisor for Student Activities Board (SAB) - assist with financial operations, governing documents, and the development and facilitation of campus events and programming
• Facilitate financial operations for active student organizations
• Provide administrative support for student organizations - to include annual registration, new organization development, maintaining and updating resources, facilitating communication streams, and assisting in programming development and implementation
• Coordinate DAYLC programming
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) for Office of International Student Services and Study Abroad
• Provide supervision of student workers, graduate assistants, and interns as needed
• Serve as primary campus liaison for CampusGroups software - to include campus training and department integration, campus partner collaboration, and troubleshooting of issues with IT and software vendor
• Manage and utilize technology resources related to areas of responsibility (Student Success and Education software, FYE website, social media, and Learning Management System).
• Serve on campus committees (Retention and Persistence Committee, UD Cares, Enrollment and Registration Committee, etc.).
• Serve as a creative and innovative member within the Center for Student Engagement, and the Office of Student Life.
• Supervise some evening, weekend, and late night programming.
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Position Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, supervise, and manage others.
• Strong active listening and communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).
• Experience or exposure to administrative skills and functions (budgeting, program evaluation/assessment, and program development).
• Ability to serve as an effective team member and collaborate with campus and community constituents.
• Identified projects that required prioritization of tasks and/or the ability to multi-task.
• Strong technology skills and experiences (Microsoft Office, Student Information System, Learning Management System, Student Success software, Website Management software, etc.).

Qualifications:

• Master degree required (strongly preferred in College Student Personnel, Counseling, Higher Education, or related field).
• Three (3) years of professional work experience related to student development or success programming; or similar work experience and undergraduate/graduate experience in Student Affairs.

To apply with a growing faith based University for the Director of Student Engagement and Services position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and submit the University of Dubuque employment application located on our website to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO