Student Engagement Program Director

Student Engagement Program Director Location: Alpine Department: Student Life Department Job No.: G98255 Posting Date: 07/08/2026 Salary: $53,968 Annual Required Qualifications Master’s degree or higher. Counseling background required with knowledge of theoretical wellness models. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching in virtual environments. Experience with residential environments and Living/Learning communities. Teaching and advising experience in a higher education setting. Ability to assess the student’s career interests and aptitude to match academic and co‑curricular programming. Experience with Blackboard and Banner. Knowledge of community resources and community engagement. Demonstrated counseling background and ability to support and assist in the student’s social, emotional, and psychological development (wellness theoretical model experience). Ability to provide emotional support and distinguish when crisis intervention might be needed. Primary Responsibilities Develop and implement student success and leadership strategies for students. Work directly with funders to ensure alignment on available resources to support student needs and opportunities. Assist with onboarding of new students and their families and ensure they are well-informed about available resources and opportunities. Collaborate with other student success areas within the university such as academic advising, tutorial resources, residential living, campus activities, civic engagement, etc. Monitor and support the student’s academic progress and participation in the program. Plan, develop, and facilitate networking events, enrichment activities, campus and/or community projects and other support tasks as identified. Identify avenues or pathways regarding scholarship opportunities such as internships, study abroad programs, and master’s degree programs. Compile and submit program data, required reports, or requests for information to the appropriate staff as required and permitted by law. Collaborate with the Living Learning Communities Coordinators to plan, implement, and attend programming and activities that align with the LLC’s specific theme, aiming to build community and deepen engagement. Attend meetings, trainings, and events as required by respective student areas and programs. Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university. Key Competencies Organizational skills: excellent problem‑solving, coordination, and organizational skills to manage a diverse and demanding workload. Communication skills: ability to model, teach, and aid students in developing strong communication skills. Relationship management: strong ability to build and steward relationships with educational institutions, community members, and non‑profits; ability to work effectively with individuals from all communities and cultures. Data‑driven decision making: ability to leverage data to make informed programmatic decisions and improvements. Technical proficiency: proficient in Microsoft 365 applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom and Teams. Mentorship: guide students in navigating the higher education process. Human development: Counseling background required with knowledge of theoretical wellness models. Professionalism: understanding of FERPA and adherence to confidentiality. Physical Requirements This position typically works in an office environment, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while using a computer. The role demands frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment, visual acuity for reading and interpreting data on computer screens, and clear verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and employees. The job may involve occasional mobility around the office and attending meetings, as well as frequent travel to attend off‑site meetings and trainings. Expectation of Quality Employee will support the mission of Sul Ross State University by providing high‑quality, professional services, timely responses, and solutions to customer requests. Security Sensitive This position is classified as Security‑Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants. 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