Director, Ciresi Walburn Leadership Fellows Program

University of St Thomas•St. Paul, MN

2d•$74,465 - $100,000

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Director, Ciresi Walburn Leadership Fellows Program (Prog Dir I) within the Center for Student Achievement. The University of St. Thomas will be closed for the holiday season beginning on December 24 and returning January 5. Review of application materials and communication regarding possible next steps will take place in the new year. The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. JOB SUMMARY The Director is responsible for the management, leadership, and oversight of the Ciresi Walburn Leadership Fellows program. This is a scholarship and mentorship program for students who are selected based upon their financial need as well as criteria including: commitment to the UST mission of dismantling inequities and demonstrated commitment to leadership, service, and furtherance of social justice and the common good. The Director will oversee day-to-day program operations and manage all facets of the program. The Director will ensure the following services are provided: Offering ongoing mentorship and support with the goal of empowering Fellows to graduate within four years and thereafter secure meaningful employment or pursuit of an advanced degree; developing and executing program elements, student leadership development; career exploration and preparation; on-campus student employment; academic and financial assistance counseling; mentoring; community leadership; regular cohort gatherings; program retreats; paid internships; and civic engagement opportunities. The Director works closely with other campus service providers as well as the Ciresi Walburn Foundation to develop programming, support services, student tracking databases, and program evaluation. This position reports directly to the Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Student Achievement and will supervise one program coordinator and any student employees. To learn more, visit: Ciresi Walburn Leadership Fellows .

Requirements

Master’s degree
Five years of experience in program administration

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree in a major related to Student Development, Teaching/Education, Counseling, Mentorship, or Social and Behavior Sciences

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and ongoing operation of the Ciresi Walburn Leadership Fellows Program.
Plans, assigns, and directs work; resolves problems; and executes the goals including:
Program Administration & Infrastructure
Maintain a solid administrative and operational infrastructure
Analyze, manage, and track budget expenditures and prepare budget reports
Report progress to the Ciresi Walburn Foundation
Establish tracking of student progress
Assist in program evaluation
Maintain a program website
Interview, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student worker(s)
Provide oversight for one program coordinator
Scholar Recruitment, Marketing & Selection
Recruit and select Ciresi Walburn Scholars
Develop and distribute marketing and recruitment materials
Scholar Support, Mentorship & Student Success Coordination
Provide ongoing support to scholars
Coordinate campus support for scholars by working with offices including but not limited to: Academic Counseling, Career Services, Dean of Students, Financial Aid, and Retention & Student Success
Oversee mentorship and support for scholars
Coordinate paid internships, civic engagement opportunities, and research experiences
Coordinate with Human Resources about student employment placement
Events, Engagement & Visibility
Coordinate forums and other events that highlight and celebrate Fellow success
Teaching Responsibilities
Teach one 4-credit leadership course required of fellows
Teach one section of FYEX 100 (First Year Experience) required for all incoming fellows