Director Leadership Development and Engagement

Santa Clara University • Santa Clara, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Undergraduate Business Programs: Leadership Development and Engagement is responsible for the day-to-day execution of results-oriented leadership programs for undergraduate students in the Leavey School of Business. These programs include: the ACE Leadership program, Senior Leadership Academy, Leavey School of Business student organizations and undergraduate alumni programs within the Undergraduate Business Programs Office. The position will also strategically determine innovative future leadership programs and offerings. The position is responsible for managing all aspects of the development, implementation, supervision, design, planning and assessment of these areas within the Leavey School of Business. Evening hours and occasional weekend work hours are required. This position reports to the Senior Director UG Business and is a full-time, exempt position, 100% FTE, one year fixed term, with potential for renewal.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and supervising staff and programs in the area of leadership and student development.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to manage complex processes and procedures with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Excellent program development, assessment and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer software, including MS Windows, MS Office, and Gmail.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills both within and external to the university setting.
• Commitment to understand and support Santa Clara University’s distinctive Jesuit educational vision and willingness to model institutional values of competence, conscience and compassion, in pursuit of its mission and goals.
• Bachelor Degree required
• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience working in an academic, counseling or business setting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer, oversee, direct, and supervise all aspects of Leavey leadership development initiatives to include the ACE (Accelerated Cooperative Education) Leadership Program, Senior Leadership Academy (SLA), Leavey student organizations, student leadership initiatives and future leadership programs.
• Oversee, administer and create a vision, direction, and implementation of leadership development initiatives for Leavey student organizations.
• Create a vision and direction for all program areas to assure alignment with strategic initiatives and to impact overall success and offerings in Leavey.
• Exercise judgment and discretion while reviewing and analyzing system/processes and current leadership programs for enhancement and improvement.
• Supervise both undergraduate and graduate program assistant staff responsible for programs that integrate leadership development and learning including but not limited to: ACE, SLA, and Leavey Student Organization President’s Council.
• Administer, oversee and manage the full cycle of the ACE Leadership Program experience, including Recruitment, selection, notification, graduation/exit of participants, Facilitation of weekly ACE seminars, retreats and experiences, Alumni engagement and development.
• Review and assess leadership programs and curriculum to interface with Leavey academic curriculum and learning goals.
• Oversee the cultivation and development of external partnerships to develop ACE, SLA, and leadership opportunities to include: internships, shadowing, mentoring, company tours, and career placement opportunities.
• Partner with appropriate university departments to support leadership development learning, and activities.
• Maintain effective policies and procedures associated with professional best practices for leadership development.
• Provides Senior Director with a data driven approach to program development, assessment and evaluation.
• Continually seeks steps to improve program and work outcomes and results.
• Plan and project budget needs related to all leadership development areas: ACE, Senior Leadership Academy, Leavey President’s Council and new initiatives.
• Makes recommendations on policies and procedures in this area in consultation with appropriate university offices and committees.
• Uses various communication methods and techniques to achieve successful results and build good relationships with colleagues and students.
• Independently establishes and consistently maintains positive relationships with students and faculty while also actively soliciting feedback on program outcomes and work connections.
• Lead, manage and execute all aspects of the academy to include: strategic development, curriculum development, program marketing, participant selection, facilitation, evaluation and alumni engagement.
• Develop and manage a 3-5 year plan for SLA.
• Supervise a graduate intern and several students associated with the development and implementation of the program.
• Supervise full or part time staff and faculty who teach/facilitate the SLA seminars.
• Hold office hours and serve as career coach for the students enrolled in the program.
• Develop and maintain connections and stewardship with program donors and alumni.
• Oversee, create, and supervise the development of the SLA website, in conjunction with the Leavey Marketing & Communications team.
• Research and evaluate potential for an SLA alumni board.
• In conjunction with the Dean’s Office, lead, manage and direct specific alumni experiences related to programs such as ACE, SLA, Community Fellows, Peer Career Consultants (PCCs), Peer Advising, Leavey Ambassadors, etc.
• Develops and manages a 3-5 year plan for this area.
• Create a vision for overall alumni program and engagement.
• Supervise program assistant staff associated with the development and implementation of this initiative.
• Cultivate and develop potential program donors in conjunction with the Dean's Office and External Relations.
• Participates in department and university committees as required.
• Contributes to building and sustaining department esprit de corps.
• Develops and maintains excellent communication and working relationships with administrative units on campus.
• Attend appropriate professional development associations and present workshops as appropriate.
• Develops expertise in cultivating and securing program sponsorships and grants.
• Partners with UGBP staff on projects, initiatives and events, such as Preview Day, Family Weekend, Orientation and Transfer students programs.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director