Associate Director of Service & Community Engagement

Associate Director, Service & Community Engagement

Position Overview

Butler University seeks an energetic and highly visible professional to join the Student Affairs team as the Associate Director of the Office of Service & Community Engagement. This position is a critical member within the Department of Student Involvement & Leadership.

Butler University is nationally recognized by the Princeton Review for providing dynamic student involvement opportunities both on campus and throughout the city of Indianapolis. This Associate Director directly contributes to this recognition by enhancing student learning and development through meaningful community engagement, in-depth educational exploration, and intentional reflection. They will advance BU|BeWell, Butler’s wellbeing model, with the creation, implementation and assessment of community engagement opportunities across the eight dimensions of wellbeing.The Associate Director will actively contribute to a vibrant campus environment and collaborate with students, colleagues, and community partners to support the holistic development of the Butler University student body and develop lasting community partnerships within Indianapolis and beyond.

Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the University's “Butler Beyond” strategy and the Division of Student Affairs’ strategic plan by implementing programs, educational opportunities, and support systems that enhance students’ well-being and engagement.
   
   
2. Oversee and coordinate engagement efforts and development of areas of growth within the Butler community and beyond
   
   
3. Supervise the student staff serving on the Service & Community Engagement Program Council (SCESP) and oversee their efforts including the BU Be A Volunteer Program, education and advocacy initiatives, and weekend service projects
   
   
4. Coordinate the Butler University Food Pantry with a focus on student basic needs and well-being
   
   
5. Develop and implement the Pre-Orientation Program, Ambassadors of Change
   
   
6. Plan, coordinate and implement large days of service
   
   
7. Advise service focused student organizations including the Butler Alternative Break student organization which coordinates Fall Alternative Break and Alternative Spring Break; College Mentors for Kids; and The Patachou Foundation: Butler University
   
   
8. Coordination and implementation of co-curricular assessment for student leaders, student organizations, and office programs
   
   
9. Other duties as assigned
   
   

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in College Student Personnel or related field required
  
  
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in areas of service and community engagement within the field of higher education
  
  
• Demonstrated commitment to the growth and development of student
  
  
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
  
  
• Experience advising individuals and groups with a strong understanding of college student development theory
  
  
• Expertise planning and implementing service based programs with a focus on intentional education and meaningful reflection
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills; both written and oral
  
  

• Command of technology including social media and other online sources
  
  

Butler University is committed to enhancing the diversity of the student body and our faculty and staff. In addition, hiring decisions are made on the basis of an individual's qualifications, past experience, overall performance, and other employment-related criteria. Butler University provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

Advertised: August 11, 2022
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