General Function

The Executive Director of Student Life provides vision, leadership, and administrative oversight of a dynamic portfolio of student activities and development opportunities to support and complement the students’ academic experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Provides leadership in the development, direction, and evaluation of innovative programs and services that enhance student involvement and that support student learning and personal development outside the classroom.
2.Provides oversight for the equitable and accessible delivery of Student Life programing and services across all college campuses.
3.Provides opportunities for student-led initiatives or programming by engaging students in planning, strategy, and outcomes.
4.Ensures the delivery of a variety of programs and students that respond to student needs and foster student development, leadership, and support.
5.Leads the development and implementation of a wide range of student programming, including the Student Government Association and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, that actively engages students and enhances their ability to be successful in their personal, academic, and professional endeavors.
6.Leads Student Life and other assigned teams through the establishment of interesting and challenging performance goals; monitors performance and determines appropriate personnel actions.
7.Manages, maintains, and evaluates the budget for Student Life in conjunction with the Associate Vice President of Student Engagement.
8.Collaborates with Community, Marketing, and Public Relations to develop and implement a marketing plan to promote student programs and activities, including via the college website, social media, printed materials, promotional materials, etc.
9.Collaborates with other unit and college leaders to develop, implement, and evaluate innovative strategies to increase student engagement and retention.
10.Maintains awareness of best practices, emerging trends, and legislation related to Student Life.
11.Assists with the development, implementation, monitoring, and revision of policies and procedures related to Student Life.
12.Assists with the planning of significant student events, including the College’s commencement ceremonies.
13.Provides support for the Associate Vice President of Student Engagement and other areas of Student Affairs, as needed.
14.Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Student Development or related discipline, three years of supervisory experience and five years of related work experience of which includes a combination of two years of experience in student activities planning, budget maintenance and advising student organizations.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
•Skills in planning, implementing, promoting and evaluating programs and activities
•Knowledge of principles and techniques of program assessment and evaluation
•Strong budget management skills
•Strong oral and written communications skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in an intercultural environment
•Knowledge of and skills in the marketing and promotion of programs
•Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in student development
•Strong computer skills
•Knowledge of current trends in co-curricular activities
•Leadership and supervisory skills
•Ability to focus on multiple priorities

Working Conditions:
Typical Office Environment