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Assistant Director of International Orientation and Student Engagement

Employer
University of the Pacific
Location
Stockton, CA
Closing date
Dec 4, 2024
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Specialty
Global Affairs & Engagement
Position Type
Assistant Director
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Permanent
Organization Type
College / University
Primary Purpose
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Student Life ( AVP ), the Assistant Director of International Orientation and Student Engagement leads the benchmarking research on best practices in Orientation and Welcome Week ( WOW ) programming and presents solutions to leadership, provides support in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the unit’s programs, including weeks of welcome, student development and leadership, student engagement, and orientation. The Assistant Director is also responsible for oversight, development, and evaluation of Orientation student staff. The Assistant Director of International Orientation and Student Engagement is responsible for planning and executing developmental programming and resources for international students to promote their transition, persistence and success. This position will create and develop leadership positions for students to mentor and support international students as well as build connections across campus to advance international student support.

Essential Functions
Orientation Coordinates logistics for Fall and Spring Orientation. Delivers high profile, forward facing student transition and engagement programming in collaboration with university stakeholders using appropriate office technologies and student information systems. Manages and supervises student staff including but not limited to: Scheduling, managing, and approval of timesheets for student employees; On-boarding and training student staff in accordance with Division and University policy; Evaluating student staff and providing formative and summative feedback; communicates concerns about performance in a timely manner. Coordinates with Division staff to deliver the online and face to face developmental education of students with modules and trainings to ensure compliance with University, federal, and state requirements including but not limited to alcohol and drug prevention; Title IX education, use of University technologies, and resources. Implement assessment on student engagement and transition programs to ensure they effectively prepare students for the progressive, diverse, intercultural learning environment of the University. Disaggregate assessment data for reporting and future programming purposes. Assists with the management and updating of the unit’s internal and external communications such as social media and websites. Supporting Living Learning Communities and Student Engagement Coordinates the implementation and expansion of living learning community programs within the residential system, particularly the international living learning community. Coordinates and implements the learning community assessment and evaluation program, working directly with the Area Coordinators and the Director of Residential Life. Establishes, measures, and interprets outcomes related to learning community goals. Works directly with Academic Affairs and Student Life departments to refine existing programs and develop new programs. In coordination with Area Coordinators, plan and implement Living Learning Communities programs and field trips with the faculty and staff working with the learning community programs to promote academic success and community development for first year students. Publishes a semester calendar of events for students, faculty and staff working with the Living Learning Communities program. Coordinates the annual recognition awards ceremony for the Living Learning Communities program involving students, faculty and staff. Coordinates the annual Living Learning Community Retreat. Works collaboratively to promote Living Learning Community program with printed publications, website, recruitment events and social media. Supporting International Students Experiences Provides year-round programming, communication, and events for International Students to increase students’ sense of belonging and awareness of campus resources. Plan and execute international orientation, parent/family orientation, international-specific welcome weekend activities, and year-long parent/family programming. Collaborates with the Pacific Admissions team to be knowledgeable in the recruitment and admission practices and processes in order to assist potential and incoming internationals. Overlooks International Connection Space and collaborates with the International Living Learning Community within Residence Life & Housing. Creates and develops leadership opportunities for students to mentor and support incoming international students. Participates in ongoing research and education on best practices in international (and related student populations, e.g. veterans, non-traditional) student success and shares this knowledge with the Pacific campuses. Collaborates with departments to create identity affinity groups for international students. Coordinates academic and social support assistance programs for first year students. Support the common book experience. Serves on various Student Life and University committees. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. This position serves as Campus Security Authority ( CSA ) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree completed upon the first day of work. One (1) year of related experience planning and executing events or programs.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working in student involvement and transition programs. Conversational bilingual ability. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Solid organizational skills and proven customer service skills. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Work Schedule
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment during standard business hours, with weekend and after-hours required for department, division and University events.

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