Director, Student Affairs

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title Director, Student Affairs
Department UNT-Ctr for Belonging & Engagement-160510
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information Commensurate with experience
Department Summary
DSA- The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) exists to support and further the mission of the University by developing, delivering, and advocating for services and programs that unite and support students’ academic and life pursuits. DSA is one of the largest divisions at the University of North Texas and includes Housing and Residence Life, Recreational Sports, Career Center, Office of the Dean of Students, Student Health & Wellness, Counseling & Testing, Student Activities, The Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life, Auxiliary Services, Dining, Center for Leadership & Service, Sustainability, Center for Leadership & Service, Substance Abuse Resource Center, Veteran Services, TRIO, and more.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for directing the strategic and operational activities in the Center for Belonging and Engagement, including programs and services originating through the First-Generation Success Center, Student Affairs area of Student Veteran Services, and Off-Campus Student Services. Responsibilities include formulation and approval of departmental goals, staff supervision, budget development and allocation, reporting and assessment, and contracts and compliance.

Additional Posting Details


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of related experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to show initiative and productivity in the work environment.
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Ability to respond to crisis situations swiftly, professionally, and accurately
  • Knowledge of student affairs mission and ability to help position division to effectively support student success
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a related field and seven years of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8-5, some nights and weekends
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Director, Student Affairs
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate

Job Duties


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Directs the strategic and operational activities that support special populations of students with lower retention rates compared to their peers and fosters sense of belonging for them, including formulation and approval of department goals, staff supervision, budget development and allocation, and develops plans to expand programming to compliment university retention plan.
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Works collaboratively with the Division of Student Affairs Director of Assessment and Data, Analytics, Institution Research (DAIR) to review retention numbers annually and determine student population priorities.
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Students deemed to be a population at risk can stay an area of focus for up to 3 years to determine program and service effectiveness, but new student populations can be added each year.
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Populations are determined by data tracked and reported by UNT data systems.
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Stays abreast of co-curricular high impact practices, at UNT and nationally, to ensure relevant programs and services are offered.
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Effectively recruits, hires, trains, and supervises 5 full-time employees and provides indirect supervision to an additional 6 full-time staff members.
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Establishes and manages departmental strategic and assessment plan, including the development of a departmental logic model, and outcomes related to institutional effectiveness.
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Attends, represents, and actively participates at conferences and professional meetings to enhance programs and services, but also share the work of the department, when appropriate.
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Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with Student Affairs and other university departments and Divisions.
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Provides budget oversight to expenditures exceeding $1M.
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Effectively communicate to all constituents.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number S7780P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80112