Director of Student Wellbeing & Engagement, Helena College

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Helena College University of Montana a comprehensive two-year college, provides access to and support of high quality lifelong educational opportunities for our diverse community. Helena College is seeking qualified applicants who wish to become part of a dynamic and creative team for a full-timeposition as aDirector of Student Wellbeing & Engagement.

The Director of Student Wellbeing & Engagement, which reports to the Executive Director of Enrollment and is a member of Helena College leadership team as part of the Dean’s Cabinet Advisory Council, is responsible for services, functions, and programming related to three important aspects of the student experience — wellness, support, and activities/engagement at a two-year, commuter college.

This is a management position with a high degree of autonomy for making decisions related to the department, but in close coordination with the enrollment team. In particular,coordination of work with the advising team and an authentic understanding of the student experience is necessary for success. Major responsibilities in each area include:

Wellness

• Instruct and champion student wellness programs on campus through regular active training addressing critical wellness topics to increase participation and engagement
• Maintain campus food and basic hygiene pantries, conduct staff training to identify food insecurity indicators
• Build and leverage partnerships with local community resources to provide referrals and resources students.
• Represent Helena College serving on MUS committees

Support

• Chairing Helena College CARE/BIT Team
• Provide timely and appropriate intervention to students addressing and advocating for a wide variety of student needs
• Serving as Helena College Maxient Administrator
• Serving as case manager to students referred for extra support
• Referring students to outside services when necessary
• Developing resources for academic advisors to use in support of students

Student activities and engagement

• Empowering students by providing a framework for organizing clubs and activities, driven by student interest at a non-residential, two-year college
• Serving as advisor for student government organization (ASHC) with oversight of all student activities and clubs
• Providing training and support to club advisors
• Serving as Helena College liaison to Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) and promote opportunities for service to students and employees
• Being present and available for students on both Helena College campuses
• Attending student events, which may require evening and/or weekend hours
• Participating in college events as part of enrollment team

This position supervises student employees but no staff.

• A bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Excellent communication skills are a must.

The Director of Student Wellbeing and Engagement must have experience with:

• Planning and managing activities and events
• Developing and running information campaigns
• Establishing relationships with colleagues in order to work effectively across departments
• Building and maintaining community partnerships
• Working with individuals experiencing life challenges
• Engaging in emotionally charged conversations
• Working independently with minimal direct supervision of day-to-day responsibilities
• Managing a budget
• Working in a professional, office-type setting

In addition, the Director must be interested in:

• Working directly with students on a regular basis
• Public speaking
• Hosting events
• Serving the campus in a very public-facing position
• Reaching out to community organizations to both research possibilities and develop relationships
• Participating in campus activities, which may mean evenings and weekends on occasion
• Working with students experiencing difficult situations
• Serving as an advocate for students

Preferred

• Experience working with students in two-year college environment

$56,500.00 annual salary.

Benefits include a comprehensive and competitive group benefits package   including medical and life Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, full tuition waiver for employee, partial tuition waiver for dependents, professional development, and wellness program. 

Priority Application Date:  Tuesday, June 18, 2024by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Review of applications will begin after date above and continue until the position is filled.

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. 

Please submit the following application materials** via the Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button.  Please do not apply through Indeed.com*

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Incomplete applications may not be considered.

New employees must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application.  Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above. 

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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. 

ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at Helena College may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).