Director of Student Global and Community Connections

Texas A&M University System•Stephenville, TX

6d•$73,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tarleton State University is hiring a Director of Student Global and Community Connections in The Lozano Long Division of Global, Community and First-Gen Initiatives. The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for university-wide programs, initiatives, and services that promote student engagement, civic responsibility, leadership development, global awareness, and community connection. The role develops, implements, assesses, and continuously improves programs that prepare students for success in work, life, service, and leadership in an interconnected society. The Director leads student engagement, leadership development, peer education, recognition, community involvement, and global learning initiatives, collaborating with academic and administrative partners across the university. The position establishes program goals and assessment measures, evaluates outcomes, manages assigned budgets and resources, and supports data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement. It supervises and develops assigned staff and is accountable for departmental goals, programs, services, and initiatives. The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President for Global and Community Connections and advises on student engagement, leadership development, community partnerships, global initiatives, and student success. The position serves as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with required evening and weekend work for events. Significant participation and visibility are expected at Orientation, semester openings, Commencement, Homecoming, and other institutional initiatives. The role is based in Stephenville, Texas.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a relevant field of study.
Eight years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, including experience leading teams, managing resources, developing programs, or advancing strategic initiatives.
Knowledge of student engagement, retention, and success strategies.
Leadership skills in employee selection and supervision, and budgeting.
Ability to solve challenging problems and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant computer applications.
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and otherwise eligible under federal regulations to access and maintain records within the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in a relevant field of study.
Ten years of successful experience in higher education, public speaking, event coordination and facilitation, or leading teams.

Responsibilities

Provide operational leadership and direction for the Department of Student Global and Community Connections, ensuring the performance, effectiveness, assessment, and continuous improvement of its programs, services, personnel, and resources.
Directly and indirectly supervise assigned professional, program, administrative, and student staff, including selection, performance management, staff development, work priorities, and accountability for results.
Develop and implement short- and long-range goals, strategies, operating plans, and service standards aligned with divisional and university priorities.
Direct and oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of department, division, and university events in support of strategic goals and student success outcomes.
Advise and facilitate leadership programs, including the Tarleton Texas Leadership Scholars Program and the National Society of Leadership and Success chapter.
Develop, administer, monitor, and evaluate departmental and program budgets; set resource priorities; and ensure responsible stewardship and compliance with university requirements.
Facilitate a collaborative work environment that promotes divisional and institutional goals.
Maintain expertise in emerging trends, best practices, regulations, and issues related to student engagement, global education, community connection, and higher education administration through professional development, continuing education, professional organizations, and industry networks.
Interpret university and divisional policies and develop departmental procedures, operating standards, and recommended practices governing assigned programs and services.
Advise the Assistant Vice President for Global and Community Connections on matters affecting students and contribute to divisional and university goals through leadership of assigned programs, services, and initiatives.