Assistant Director for Student Transitions and Family Programs

Are you interested in being part of a team that fosters transitional experiences that support the diverse needs of students and their families? Join Student Development as an Assistant Director for Student Transitions and Family Programs! This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, vacation/sick accrual and holiday pay.

Reporting to the Director of Student Transitions & Family Programs, the Assistant Director is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, and assessment of transition and orientation programs that support and enhance the transitions of new students and their families as they transition in and through the institution. This position leads the department’s efforts to design, implement, manage, and assess transition programs for undergraduate students. The Asst. Director oversees Orientation Leaders and Blue Crew Counselor student leader recruitment and the Camp Blue program. This position, in partnership with the Director and Associate Director, assists with Orientation, Welcome Weekend, New Student Move-in and supports parents/family programs.

*BA degree.
*A minimum of one year experience as a student orientation leader or related undergraduate experience addressing student transitional needs and/or event management.
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Exceptional interpersonal skills with a track record of working effectively with students or students and faculty.
*The ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
*The ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

*Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field.
*Demonstrated and successful experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.
*Knowledge of and sensitivity to a Catholic Marianist work environment.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.