Director of Student Affairs

Quinnipiac University•North Haven, CT

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Director of Student Affairs at the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the Director of Student Affairs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for programs and services that support medical students throughout their academic journey. This role is central to shaping a positive, responsive, and student-centered experience within the School of Medicine. Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing & Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts & Sciences. Its 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, including a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for its women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for its exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings. Quinnipiac is guided by core values: commitment to student thriving, being a lifelong partner for every learner, passionately caring about the community, and boldly shaping the university's future.

Requirements

Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, public administration, health professions education, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of progressive student affairs experience
Demonstrated experience supporting students in complex academic environments, preferably within a medical school or health sciences program
Progressive responsibility and/or supervisory experience
Experience commensurate with a student affairs functional environment
Large scale event and project management experience
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and institutional partners

Responsibilities

Support the student advisory system
Development of career exploration activities; as well as workshops for the promotion of professional identity and leadership development.
Provide support to learning communities.
Develop and coordinate robust Wellness Support Services for medical students that focuses on the wellbeing of medical students and development of resilience.
Maintaining and supporting training that promotes a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment for students.
Oversee management of medical student government and interest groups.
Oversee approval process for student conference funding.
Coordinate and implement event programming as directed by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs including but not limited to: White Coat, Gold Humanism Honor Society Induction Ceremony, Match Day, Recommitment to Medicine, and Commencement.
Under supervision of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, monitor clinical compliance including: Background checks and drug screens of current and matriculated students.
Under supervision of the Assistant and Associate Dean for Student Affairs, support guidance to fourth- year students on the residency application process.
In collaboration with the Office of Medical Education, organize and oversee annual orientation sessions.
In coordination with the Office of the Registrar support residency application programs including but not limited to the Electronic Residency Application Service, Residency CAS, Visiting Student Learning Opportunities, National Residency Matching Program.
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for student affairs programs.
Provide logistical oversight as well as contribute to long-range planning for the Office of Student Affairs and the services that it provides.
Supporting the Associate Dean, compile necessary documentation and reports for accreditation that pertains to student affairs programs and processes.
Manage Office of Student Affairs budget.
Under supervision of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, maintain the Office of Student Affairs electronic platforms, ensuring that information is accessible and accurate. This includes website management and implementation of new software solutions.
Supervise support staff and student workers.
Other duties as assigned.