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Associate Director, Student Engagement

Employer
Gannon University
Location
Pennsylvania, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jan 15, 2025
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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Student Activities & Services
Employment Level
Senior-Level
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Details



Associate Director, Student Engagement & Activities

Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Student Engagement and Activities animates the University's primary aim of "transforming lives and inspiring transformation" through high-impact retention initiatives, small group engagement, and collaborative leadership development experiences on- and off-campus.
This position will play a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant and inclusive campus community and enhancing the student experience by developing, implementing, supervising, and evaluating comprehensive leadership programs founded in student development theory, principles and best practices. This includes, program development, training, decision-making, recruitment, coaching, advising, facilitation, assessment and budget management.
This position will also support the Activities Programming Board (APB) through advising, program development, and evaluation, risk management, benchmarking and assessment, strategic planning and execution, and other duties that would further advancement of the programming board and community at Gannon University.
The Associate Director must be able to support and promote the University's Mission and GU+ Service Framework of Respect, Wellbeing, Engaged, and Seamless.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Activities Programming Board (APB)
  1. Lead the charge of a comprehensive calendar of events promoting student engagement through Activities Programming Board, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Student Government Association, other clubs and organizations and campus departments.
  2. Directly advise and provide strategic direction and oversight for the Activities Programming Board, ensuring a broad range of events that cater to diverse student interests and promote campus community.
  3. Mentor and develop student leaders within the Activities Programming Board, fostering skills in event planning, project management, teamwork, and leadership.
  4. Guide the programming board through the entire event lifecycle, from concept development to post-event evaluation.
  5. Ensure that all events comply with University policies, safety regulations, and risk management protocols.
  6. Develop and manage budgets for the Activities Programming Board, ensuring responsible and strategic use of funds.
  7. Conduct regular environmental scans and needs assessments to identify emerging trends and opportunities in student engagement.

Leadership Development
  1. Lead the creation, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive leadership development curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of Gannon University's student body.
  2. Develop and facilitate leadership workshops, retreats, seminars, and certificate programs that incorporate contemporary leadership theories and practical applications.
  3. Coordinate the centralized leadership selection process for multiple departments across the university.
  4. Provide training and support to FSL, APB, student clubs and organizations executive board members and advisors through large-group trainings, seminars, conferences, workshops, and on-line learning modules.
  5. Work collaboratively to educate and train student leaders on justice, diversity and inclusion issues to foster a sense of belonging for historically marginalized students.
  6. Serve as an advisor to individual students seeking to expand and develop new leadership skills and experiences.
  7. Develop and utilize assessment tools to measure the effectiveness and impact of leadership programs, collecting both qualitative and quantitative data.

Leadership Development and Campus Engagement
  1. Provide direct supervision and mentorship to the Coordinator of Student Engagement and Fraternity & Sorority Life, offering guidance and support in their daily responsibilities. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to review progress, address challenges, and set goals for their professional development.
  2. Assist the Coordinator in advising student clubs and organizations and fraternity and sorority life, providing guidance on advising, event planning, budget management, and organizational development.
  3. Participate in university admissions events, orientation events, homecoming/alumni weekend, and any other scheduled community event.
  4. Submit assessment plans and outcomes and complete program reviews for retention and benchmarks of the department to best forecast program growth.
  5. Promote Leadership Development & Campus Engagement and Student Development & Engagement offices to community members, alumni, and donors.
  6. Demonstrate competence around administrative functions for program responsibilities, including creating comprehensive marketing programs, scheduling appropriate facilities, budgeting, data analysis, and assessment.
  7. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope and responsibility and requirements of the job.


Required Qualifications:
Education: A master's degree is required. Experience: The following experience is required:
  • Working with university/college activities and events, student leadership training, and/or with student groups in a college or university setting.
  • Ability to design and execute large-scale events and activities as experiences.
  • Develop curriculum and facilitate developmental trainings.
  • Must have experience with budgeting and assessment.



Skills: The following skills are required and expected to be developed to a level of excellence with substantiating evidence to support.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with diverse constituents including but not limited to students, faculty, administrators and community partners.
  • Ability to train and develop others
  • Facilitation and public speaking skills
  • Interpersonal skills and knowledge of human relations and group dynamics.
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong storytelling skills.
  • Ability to market programs and relate to the public.

Licenses and Certifications: A current valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
University's Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal-arts foundation.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience:
  • Two years of relevant experience is preferred.
  • Experience in the following settings is preferred: higher education, student development, education training and development, counseling or psychology.
  • Direct experience with CampusLabs Engage platform is preferred.



Skills: Competence around traditional and emergent technology and evidence of having built collaborative partnerships in a dynamic environment is preferred.


Location: Erie, Pa
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Student Development & Engagemt Dept
Division: Student Development & Engagemt
Subdivision: Student Develpmt&Engagmt VP's Offc

To apply, visit https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/12825


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Company

Gannon University

Founded in 1925, Gannon University is a four-year Catholic university dedicated to providing a liberal arts education integrated with professional skills and faith-based learning. For more information visit http://www.gannon.edu

LOCATIONS
Gannon University is comprised of two vibrant campuses in Erie, Pa. and Ruskin, Fla. Gannon's Erie campus is central to many businesses and organizations that actively work with our faculty and staff to enhance hands-on learning opportunities for students. This urban campus in the heart of downtown is within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, entertainment and Lake Erie beaches close by, and is just within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo, Pittsburgh and Niagara Falls.

Gannon's Ruskin campus is a dynamic and beautiful area between Tampa and Bradenton that rates highly on measures of livability and attractiveness. The campus puts our faculty and staff at the center of a rapidly expanding healthcare sector where they can engage students in educational and outreach activities and meet the need for health professionals.

To view a virtual tour of our Erie Campus, visit: www.gannon.edu/#virtualtour

INSPIRE OUR MISSION
Gannon is a Catholic, Diocesan university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our faculty and staff prepare students to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. Inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, we offer a comprehensive, values-centered learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness and social responsibility.

Gannon University has advanced to the category of national university, according to the U.S. News & World Report's recent release of "America's Best Colleges." The university now ranks 218th out of 399 national universities. This shift reflects Gannon's growth in enrollment and programs at its Erie and Ruskin, Fla. campuses.

Additionally, Gannon University was honored with Aetna's "Changing the World" award for creating a healthy workplace environment. Gannon was recognized in two of the four award categories - the "Above and Beyond" award and the "Changing the World" award for receiving the highest score among mid-sized employees in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

ACADEMICS
Academic Programs:

  • 61 Bachelor
  • 10 Pre-Professional
  • 20 Cooperative Professional School Options
  • 6 Associate's Degrees
  • 27 Master's Degrees
  • 6 Doctoral

Student Population (Fall 2019):

  • 3,432 Undergraduate
  • 1,012 Graduate
  • 4,444 Total Student Enrollment

Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1
24 Scholarship-Granting Varsity Sports
140+ Student Clubs and Organizations

PROMOTING LEARNING BY ENGAGEMENT
As part of Gannon's strategic initiatives to promote learning by engagement, the University has designed dynamic environments and engaging learning experiences that intentionally align to prepare students for personal and professional life after graduation.

Just one example of how this is achieved is through service-learning, study abroad and faculty-led travel trips. Click here to learn more about Gannon's Possibilities Abroad programs.

ADVANCING ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH
Gannon recognizes its most vital asset: its people. The University is dedicated to empowering employees with a shared voice in examining individual and institutional practices. Gannon is committed to the development of human, financial, physical plant and technology resources to enhance the quality of our experience for students, employees and alumni, as well as the health of the University.

Click here to view a message from President Keith Taylor, Ph.D., on Gannon's commitment to our students and our employees.

CREATING PUBLIC IMPACT
Gannon's unique campus location creates an atmosphere that encourages the linkage of scholarship, service and learning experiences with community needs through programs and partnerships to facilitate transformative change in Gannon's communities.

Click here for more information about campus, local attractions and outreach.

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