Director of Student Life and Engagement

Chesapeake College•Wye Mills, MD

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director is primarily responsible for developing and implementing extra- and co-curricular programming to complement a diverse student body’s academic experience and promote lifelong learning. The director also mentors and supervises student volunteers, staff, and student organization leaders, and works extensively with faculty, staff, and community partners to engage students in campus life. This position requires creativity, excellent communication skills, and diplomacy. The director assists in an environment for collaboration and interaction among students, college employees, college administration, and the community. The director also serves as the college contact for state and local agencies on issues related to student development, such as drug and alcohol awareness, mental health resources, voter registration, and crime awareness/prevention.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
A minimum of two years of experience with student activities or related events planning
Two years of budget management experience
Two years of experience supervising others
Two years of experience with compliance or other issues related to student health or safety
Demonstrated experience with program development or mentoring
Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communication skills
Strong technical skills and the ability to train and work with colleagues to implement new and appropriate technologies, especially emerging technologies, including social media
Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills
Commitment to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Commitment to advocate for diverse student populations, including students of all ages and backgrounds
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Responsibilities

Provide leadership in developing Student Engagement programming and events in Wye Mills, the Cambridge Center, online, and other locations as needed
Actively partner with other campus departments and external partners to maintain a student-centered, collaborative environment and culture
Management of Corner of Care, the college’s food pantry, including inventory, budgeting, data collection, and overall student need processes
Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations
Supervise full-time, part-time, temporary, and student employees
Serve as an administrative liaison to student organizations, which includes providing organization orientations for student organization leaders and advisors; serving as a cost-center budget manager for student clubs and organizations
Oversee Campus-wide Student Engagement activities and signature events, including but not limited to student participation for Advocacy Day, Leadership Academy, Spring Fest, and Fall Fest
Oversee the collection and review of data and other assessment components used in program improvement
Oversee office and student organization budgets, including maintenance of Student ID software and processes
Participate in professional development, and develop professional development opportunities for students, student organization advisors, and other groups in support of the mission of Student Engagement
Recommend, implement, and maintain social media and other technological innovations appropriate to department goals and student needs
Provide leadership in developing, articulating, and reviewing written Student Engagement policies and procedures
Serve on statewide, college standing, and ad hoc committees, including but not limited to MCCADA (MD Community Colleges Activity Directors)
Serve as a College contact for state and local government agencies on issues related to programs like alcohol, voter registration, drug, and safety awareness and prevention
Perform other duties as assigned