Director of Student Engagement

Tri-County Technical College•Pendleton, SC

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Tri County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career apply today! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education. The employee must be able to work autonomously and be comfortable with a flexible work environment. Employee works collaboratively with other departments throughout the College to create a sense of belonging and provide a safe and productive curricular and co-curricular learning environment.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in College Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field and two years experience in higher education in judicial affairs, student engagement, student development, or similar operations.
Employee must possess a working knowledge of student development theory and have the ability to work well with a broad range of student types including first-generation students, student veterans, traditional-age and adult students.
Employee must be familiar with best practices around college student conduct and engagement.
Employee should possess a working knowledge of state and federal regulations related to access, discrimination, and privacy, such as FERPA, student conduct and safety policies and procedures, Titles VI, VII, and IX, the CLERY Act.
Experience in a leadership position with oversight to any of these items is preferred.
The employee must possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to create genuine relationships with college students that result in student accountability, and administrative skills and experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the oversight and management of the student engagement unit, including student activities, student organizations, and student leadership.
Serves as the primary student conduct and Title IX investigator.
Ensures functions are represented in a multi-campus environment.
Works closely with Dean on complex projects, tasks, and issues and occasionally represents the Dean on committees, boards, etc.
Leads and collaborates with units in the Student Affairs division and cross-campus units to create and deliver programs and services focused on a creating a positive and engaging student experience.
Lead and manage key departmental initiatives, projects, and operations.
Participate in College initiatives and projects to support Student Development efforts and advocate for student success.
Create and deliver training and continuing development for students and employees on applicable student development theory, policy and procedure, incident response, policy enforcement, incident response, and student due process procedures; Advise College employees about interpretation of policy and student due process.
Creates and implements a strategic, holistic programming model related to student co-curricular and social engagement as well as student advocacy programming from broad, campus-wide impact to class specific sessions and individualized development.
Leads campus-wide teams which address advocacy issues and coordinate student engagement efforts.
Provide oversight and management for Student Engagement personnel, both full-time and part-time.
Manages related budgets.
Receive and investigate complaints under the College’s Student Code; recommend appropriate outcomes, including sanctions, to the Dean of Students; create and maintain accurate student conduct records; ensure sanction compliance and follow-up as needed.
Serve as a Title IX investigator.
Collaborate with TCTC offices and partner institutions to provide preventive programming and post-investigative support to students.
Coordinate integration of programs to support student sub-populations.
Advise and/or advocate for student sub-populations and student organizations.
Lead student advisory councils and groups.
Educate students about civil rights, college policies and procedures, and appropriate conflict resolution.
Serve as key member of TC Cares, the College’s core behavioral intervention team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Serve as Dean of Students designee and back-up.
Travel between multiple buildings and TCTC community campuses expected.
Occasional evening and weekend events and occasional travel for professional development or student group travel is expected.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions.
Professional Development Opportunities: Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays.