Assistant Director for Engagement and Student Success

Rochester Institute of Technology • Rochester, NY

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provides operational oversight for administrative systems and policies associated with the operation and management of student clubs and organizations Provides direction for the recognition process, advisor training, club advising and support services, marketing, communications, resources, and programming Partners with university and community stakeholders to plan and implement events and initiatives that support student recruitment and engagement in clubs and organizations Collaborates with department leadership in short- and long-term strategic planning to ensure healthy engagement, student retention and well-being across campus populations, and promote an inclusive and diverse university community Hires, trains and supervises graduate students, student supervisors, and student staff to support the successful operation of club and organization activities Maintains oversight of event planning and risk management to ensure student club/organization compliance with the student code of conduct and all other university policies Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of student development and campus engagement Knowledge of student club and organization program management in a university setting Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of constituencies within and outside of the university setting Skill in planning, organizing, coordinating, and performing work in complex situations with competing priorities Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programming related to the student experience Ability to understand, review, and interpret legal and risk management policies, compliance expectations, and university guidelines and procedures Minimum Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in related field 3 years of relevant experience Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered Job Level Overview Specialized Contributor Level 2 - A fully functional role requiring established knowledge of the profession or field of work. Responsible for completing substantive assignments and projects. Problems are varied and non-routine, and resolution requires exercising judgment, analysis, advisement, creativity, and understanding broader sets of issues. May provide assistance to entry level staff. Additional Job Details: The Student Engagement Specialist II advances first-generation student success through academic coaching, programming, and coordinated academic support. This role carries a substantial coaching caseload, working closely with first-generation students to assess needs, monitor academic progress, and strengthen resource awareness, leadership capacity, and long-term planning. Academic coaching is developmental and structured to gradually foster independence, self-advocacy, and sustained academic momentum. In addition to direct student support, the Specialist assists in the design, coordination, and supervision of engagement-driven programming that strengthens retention and student belonging. This includes maintaining strong campus partnerships, collaborating across departments, and ensuring programs are detail-oriented, well-executed, and aligned with institutional student success priorities. The role uses student engagement and success data to inform outreach strategies and targeted interventions. The Specialist also supports implementation of the Summer Experience, including delivery of student success workshops and structured transition programming that prepares students for a strong academic start and continued persistence. FLSA Category Exempt Work Location Hybrid Compensation $62,355 - $65,000 per year Application Materials When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information. This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner. Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Additional Details In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning. In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. As of Fall 2024, total student enrollment across all campuses exceeded 21,000. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT’s strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development. Apply in Workday

Requirements

• Knowledge of student development and campus engagement
• Knowledge of student club and organization program management in a university setting
• Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of constituencies within and outside of the university setting
• Skill in planning, organizing, coordinating, and performing work in complex situations with competing priorities
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate programming related to the student experience
• Ability to understand, review, and interpret legal and risk management policies, compliance expectations, and university guidelines and procedures
• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational oversight for administrative systems and policies associated with the operation and management of student clubs and organizations
• Provides direction for the recognition process, advisor training, club advising and support services, marketing, communications, resources, and programming
• Partners with university and community stakeholders to plan and implement events and initiatives that support student recruitment and engagement in clubs and organizations
• Collaborates with department leadership in short- and long-term strategic planning to ensure healthy engagement, student retention and well-being across campus populations, and promote an inclusive and diverse university community
• Hires, trains and supervises graduate students, student supervisors, and student staff to support the successful operation of club and organization activities
• Maintains oversight of event planning and risk management to ensure student club/organization compliance with the student code of conduct and all other university policies
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees