Director of Student Life and Engagement

Director Of Student Life And Engagement

The Office Of Student Life And Engagement inspires student engagement and a sense of civility, commitment, consistency, and accountability. The Director Of Student Life And Engagement is an innovative student-centered leader who can support, challenge, and engage students in campus life. The Director Of Student Life And Engagement is a full-time, twelve months position responsible for managing a comprehensive portfolio of campus and community programs, events, and services. The incumbent plays a pivotal role in student leadership development and works closely with students, faculty, and staff to initiate, plan, develop, and facilitate events and activities that support the academic mission of the College and the quality of student life on campus.

Essential duties and responsibilities include assessing student needs and developing innovative student-centered co-curricular programs, activities, and events that enhance the educational experiences of Spelman students. Effectively leads, motivates, supervises, trains, and evaluates a team of staff consisting of a Program Managers, Program Coordinator, and student staff. Leads the development of multiple departmental budgets and engage in fiscally responsible decision-making processes and outcomes. Assists the Executive Director with evaluating and managing the Student Activity Fee allocations. Advises the Student Government Association, including officers, the executive committee, and the senate in all aspects of program selection, organizational development, leadership development and civic engagement. Responsible for developing a robust emerging leaders' program that will complement the classroom and student life experiences. Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of the student experience during college traditions such as New Student Orientation, Homecoming, Family Weekend, Miss Spelman Pageant, Class Elections, etc. in collaboration with students, staff, and faculty Leadership Institute Retreat. Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Leadership Institute Retreat, Camp Jaguar, Vagina Monologues, Miss Spelman Pageant, Class Elections, Student Government Elections, etc. in collaboration with students, staff, and faculty. Reviews, revises, and maintains Student Life and Engagement policies and procedures. Responsible for developing risk management strategies to reduce the College's liability as related to student organizations, programs, events, and activities. Leads the development of print, electronic and web media management, communications, marketing, and public relations. Coordinates and/or participates in committees, task forces, and professional associations and conferences. Provides regular evaluation, maintenance requests, and upkeep reports of the Manley College Student Center.

This position will be required to travel, work evenings and weekends.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of experience in student leadership development, higher education, counseling and/or related field, demonstrated experience leading, managing and motivating professional and paraprofessional staff, demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with students, organizations, faculty, staff, parents and alumnae, and the ability to apply student development theory and assessment/learning outcomes. Requires knowledge and understanding of state and local policies, procedures, regulations, and laws pertaining to higher education and risk management. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with budgeting and fiscal management is also required. Must be willing to work irregular and flexible hours. Possess unquestioned integrity, demonstrate a strong customer service orientation, and good relationship-building skills. Must possess a professional demeanor, exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, a high degree of self-direction, attention to detail, and demonstrated skills with effectively managing multiple priorities and challenging situations. Must have an understanding of the values and expectations of a highly selective, private, liberal arts college for women of African descent. Must have a strong commitment to the mission of Spelman College and to the Division of Student Affairs. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required when presenting information and responding to inquiries or complaints from students, faculty, staff, parents, regulatory agencies, or members of the general community. Must be able to address matters with diplomacy and tact. Must be able to read and interpret various documents, and financial reports. Must have intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Must have competency with using the internet, and Outlook or similar software.

Preferred qualifications include a master's degree or other terminal degree.

Physical demands include reading, walking, sitting, using hands to handle office supplies, operating computer and other office equipment, talking, and hearing. Frequently required to navigate computer applications, talk on the telephone and attend meetings on Zoom and other virtual platforms, reach with hands and arms, and stand. Occasionally required to stoop, climb, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

This position requires onsite work and is not eligible for remote work.