Assistant Director Of Student Leadership & Engagement

Position Summary

The Student Leadership & Engagement Department at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Assistant Director.

The Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement provides vision, planning, development, and assessment of student programming and services to promote an institutional culture that provides integrated learning opportunities to enhance student development in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition through a vibrant, active campus life.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

Responsibilities

• Prepare goals, objectives, and timetables related to all department programming and orientation.

• Ensure department programming addresses a range of issues related to diversity and inclusion, including identity development to enhance intercultural competence.

• Prepare, present, and oversee budgets related to department programming and orientation, in conjunction with the Assistant Dean and the Department Coordinator.

• Assist with coordination and assessment as needed of the annual new student and transfer orientation programs in conjunction with a variety of campus partners. Assist in the selection, hiring, and training of the orientation leader student staff.

• Assist with the coordination, implementation, and assessment as needed of institutional programs including but not limited to Family Weekend and Senior Events.

• Supervise and coordinate the Programming Team of the Department as the primary campus programming body.

• In conjunction with Assistant Dean, advise and train Departmental student employees to support campus and institutional programming both inside and out of the office environment.

• Develop and oversee effective campus policies for student programming to reflect institutional policies and values.

• Promote and facilitate collaborations between campus partners to enhance student involvement.

• Promote and facilitate programming to enhance student learning in relation to their identity, understanding, and experience.

• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities and actively engage in appropriate professional organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree in college student personnel, higher education administration, or related field is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience working in student development, particularly in campus activities programming and student organization advising.

• Understanding of student engagement and activities programming best practices.

• Ability to clearly articulate the contribution student activities and student engagement makes to student learning.

• Ability to develop and implement programs that bring about desired outcomes.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate students, share ideas with small and large groups, and connect with the needs of students on both campuses.

• Ability to balance time and presence with the constituencies of both campuses.

• Computer proficiency and abilities.

• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Significant keyboard and computer use, prolong sitting, and occasional standing.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Travel Requirements:

• Regular travel between the campuses of College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University

• Some overnight travel for professional conferences.

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or employment@csbsju.edu.

It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.