Assistant Director for Student Engagement
- Employer
- Juniata College
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 23, 2022
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Position Information
Job Title Assistant Director for Student Engagement Posting Number 20110443 Pay Rate $46,300 Position Type Administration
Position Summary Information
Key Responsibilities
Primary Role
The Assistant Director for Student Engagement is responsible for contributing to the development of: (1) a collaborative, intentional, and personalized on-boarding process for all incoming new students and (2) a retention- and development-driven engagement and activities structure that fosters community, belonging and educationally-purposeful engagement; a rich and vibrant co-curricular environment; activities and experiences that contribute to the ongoing transition of students through and beyond the first year as they develop, explore and grow their skills, knowledge and capacities in pursuit of the attributes of a Juniata graduate.
The Assistant Director works individually and with colleagues to design, promote, implement, and assess programs and services that contribute to and support student learning and personal development. Efforts of the student life team are collaborative, critical and constructive, and align with the division’s mission:
We foster inclusive campus learning environments where Juniatians thrive and engage with purpose and meaning in citizenship practices characterized by empathy, empowerment and respect for all.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Contributes to the development and implementation of a vision for the holistic student experience that reflects the mission, strategic plan and values of the College.
- Fosters inclusive excellence with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and the valuing of marginalized people. Support development of self-efficacy, identity and leadership through individual, policy and institutional influence.
- Develops, coordinates, and assesses a comprehensive on-boarding strategy for all incoming new student cohorts in collaboration with the enrollment office, registrar’s office, and center for international education.
- Develops and implements new student orientation and academic registration for all incoming new students.
- Executes Juniata’s signature experiential, retreat-based Inbound on-boarding program for new students.
- Collaborates with campus stakeholders to develop and execute a consistent communication strategy for new students and families.
- Provides vision and administrative support for faculty-led matriculation and retention programs for incoming new students.
- Develops and implements a strategic engagement strategy for all Juniata students through campus activities, traditions, organizations, and leadership experiences.
- Advises and supports Juniata’s activities board JAB to ensure student leadership development and a holistic and inclusive social programming and engagement model.
- Facilitates, develops, and mitigates risk for Juniata’s robust Registered Student Organizations (100+ RSOs)
- Plans and executes campus-loved traditions, including Mountain Day, Storming of the Arch, Tenting, Madrigal, Springfest, and May Day Leadership Awards.
- Provides oversight, vision, and support for student leadership developments.
- Participates in the student life on-call after-hours rotation; handle scrises and hospitalization of students, including contact with parents, and medical and public safety personnel.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Master’s degree in higher education administration, college student personnel, or related field preferred
2-4 years of progressive leadership experience
Must work collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse individuals and groups including administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Energy and enthusiasm especially in terms of working with traditional-age undergraduates.
Experience with, and a commitment to, the residential liberal arts experience.
A collaborative, inclusive and transparent management style.
Must live within a reasonable distance from campus and be available to respond to periodic emergencies and student crises.
A willingness to work nights and weekends as program and college demands dictate. Supervision Required/Given
Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Students. Receives general direction and guidance while working with independent discretion.
Joint supervision, in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Residential Life, of a full-time professional residential life coordinator.
Direct supervision of para-professional staff and student leaders in a variety of positions and leadership roles. Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands Special Instructions to Applicants
To promote and sustain the health and safety of our campus community, Juniata College has adopted a Covid-19 vaccine mandate for all Faculty, staff and students. Exemptions to this mandate will be considered for bona fide medical and religious reasons. *Bivalent boosters are strongly encouraged.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 09/23/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Specific Questions
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Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 References
Company
Juniata College is a cohesive community of interesting, inquisitive, hardworking, and fun individuals who think deeply about who we are meant to be. We believe there is no better place on the planet for discovering your passions, developing your intellect and your heart, and ultimately becoming the author of your own powerful story. If you are thinking about joining our community, explore some of our most distinctive assets below.
Juniata College believes in and embraces the liberal arts and as such, we encourage and seek mutual benefit through diversity of thought and approach which enriches our academic community, as well as the lives of our students and colleagues. Juniata College is committed to creating a welcoming community supported by relationships based on collaboration and mutual respect. We endeavor to create an inclusive learning environment where members with different perspectives and backgrounds can learn, contribute, and thrive.
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