Director of Student Leadership & Belonging

Bridgewater College•Bridgewater, VA

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About The Position

The Director of Student Leadership and Belonging at Bridgewater College is pivotal in student success and retention, overseeing strategic programming, student leadership development, and providing comprehensive support for clubs and organizations. This position is responsible for supervising the Student Life Events and Engagement Team (SLEET) and co-advising the Campus Engagement and Activity Team (CEAT) with the Coordinator of Campus Enrichment and Belonging. The Director promotes an engaging environment that builds community, fosters connections, and cultivates a genuine sense of belonging for all students at Bridgewater College. The Director is charged with: Leading the strategic vision and assessment of student engagement through coordination of student programming through CEAT, BCSA, SAAC, campus-sponsored clubs, and other campus offices. Recruiting, training, and advising the Bridgewater College Student Association (BCSA), which represents the student body and advocates for student needs on campus. Supervising the Student Life Events and Engagement Team (SLEET), coordinating their work with campus events and programming. Providing support and administration for all campus student clubs and organizations. Providing oversight for BCVA Student Life social media platforms. Collaborating with internal and external campus partners to ensure a vibrant and engaging student experience.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree - A Master's degree in a related field is preferred, although consideration will be given to a bachelor's degree and significant administrative and Student Affairs experience.
Prior experience with supervisory/advising and campus event planning
Minimum of 1-2 years of demonstrated success working in the field of Campus Programming.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
A proven ability to work successfully within diverse student and staff teams.
The flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet student and college needs, particularly during peak times.
The ability to develop and maintain healthy boundaries with students while cultivating a meaningful supervisor/mentorship relationship.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to creatively and effectively problem-solve.
Ability to connect to students and understand their wants and needs through a programming and engagement lens.
Experience working effectively within interdisciplinary teams and building collaborative relationships with colleagues across departments and within the broader community.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and organizational skills that allow multitasking to work with students and other colleagues on day-to-day projects aand future projects.
Have a valid Virginia Driver's license within 60 days of employment a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in a related field is preferred, although consideration will be given to a bachelor's degree and significant administrative and Student Affairs experience.

Responsibilities

Foster and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with faculty, staff across campus, and community members to ensure the delivery of meaningful and relevant student engagement opportunities.
Co-advise multiple student organizations, including the Campus Engagement and Activity Team (CEAT) and campus clubs, in close partnership with the Coordinator of Campus Enrichment and Belonging.
Lead the strategic development and assessment of student programming initiatives, ensuring they reflect the Student Life Curriculum.
Work effectively with national programming organizations such as the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities, the National Association for Campus Activities, and the Association for Student Unions International.
Shepherd and follow-up effectively with student organizations by monitoring their status, advisor needs, and budgets to ensure their successful operation and compliance.