Director of Student Life

Position Details

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Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• Work week is 37.5 hrs.
• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
• Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
• Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
• Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
• Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
• Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

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Position Information


Position Title
Director of Student Life


Banner Position Number
001705


E-Class
NC - Nonclassified - .53 or >


Department
Student Involvement - MU3207


Job Description


The Director of Student Life is the content-area expert in leadership development theory and practice, guiding department personnel, student organization officers and advisors, and future officers to resources and opportunities as needed. This position connects leadership development opportunities to students and organizations.
Directs the planning, administration, supervision, and evaluation of co-curricular student engagement programs and services. Leads the Student Life staff to create semester and yearlong-strategic goals and ensure planning and implementation of goals are in congruence with the University's mission.

Responsible for providing leadership for the Office of Student Life and its staff members, with the specific responsibility for planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of programs and services that are designed to assist and support students in achieving academic and personal success. Provides oversight and leadership for campus-wide signature student events and programs.

Serves as the lead system administrator responsible for maintaining the student engagement management system (HerdLife). Implements, designs, and facilitates training and student leadership development, including ongoing student organization officer and advisor support initiatives.

Salary Range
$52,105-$67,736 Salary is commensurate upon education, experience and internal equity


Salary Type
Salary


Time Type
Full-Time


Work Location
MU - Marshall University

Qualifications


Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications


Education

• Master's degree in education or related field of study.

Experience

• 4-5 years of professional experience in event planning, student organization advising, training facilitation, and supervision (preferably in a higher education environment).
• Demonstrated experience in advising students/student organizations and communicating with advisors and other campus partners.
• Proven experience managing risk, supporting student conduct processes, and navigating crisis response.
• Ability to work autonomously under general direction. Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff. Ability to transition easily between projects, remaining productive through regular and frequent interruptions.
• Superior time and project management skills with the ability to work independently under tight deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and communicate work with diverse populations, as a member of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Adobe Suite, social media tools, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, and directing student leadership development programs.
• Ability to make connections quickly and build positive working-relationships with colleagues across campus and student leaders.
• Ability to utilize and instruct departments and students on using a campus engagement web platform.

Preferred Qualifications


Education

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in event planning, student organization advising, training facilitation, and supervision (preferably in a higher education environment).
• Experience leading collaboration with campus partners and supporting student events, including event planning, risk assessment, and event implementation logistics.
• Experience advising fraternity and sororities.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
MU1241E


Open Date
05/05/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


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