Director, Student Life

San Bernardino Community College District•San Bernardino, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Student Life under the general direction of the appropriate administrator, plans, coordinates, implements, and oversees a comprehensive student life program for the college, including but not limited to the Associated Students, Inter-club Council, and student clubs and organizations. The Director of Student Life provides a vision and implements plans for student development, leadership, and involvement in governance; creates a coordinated campus program of activities and events to meet the needs of a diverse student population. The Director of Student Life also performs a variety of professional, administrative, and programmatic work in support of assigned programs including serving as a liaison to, coordinating with, and providing high level administrative support and staff assistance to district staff, boards, committees, and outside agencies.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution
One year of general clerical experience.
Experience that indicates sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and personnel.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in student life or student affairs leadership, including direct advisement of student government or clubs, and management of campus wide student programming in a higher education setting, preferably a California community college
Demonstrated knowledge and application of Title 5, the California Education Code, Title IX, the Clery Act, and institutional policies related to student organizations, student conduct, fees, and risk management, including experience applying these requirements in student government, student organizations, and campus events
Experience using assessment data and student feedback to evaluate and improve student life and programs, with a demonstrated commitment to reflective practice and to advancing equity, inclusion, and the success of disproportionately impacted student populations.

Responsibilities

Assume program management responsibility for the services and activities of a comprehensive student life program for a College including but not limited to, the Associated Students Organization, Inter-Club Council, and student clubs and organizations on the campus.
Develop and implement program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend appropriate service and staffing levels.
Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Participate in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of assigned personnel provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the student activities program budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and/or supplies; ensure that program expenditures and cost estimates are adequately documented and monitored throughout the program area; review and approve program expenditures; and implement adjustments.
Serve as the liaison for the assigned program and coordinate assigned program activities with other District divisions, departments and outside agencies.
Serve as staff on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Provide responsible staff assistance to the Vice President of Student Services (SBVC) or Dean of Student Services and Student Development (CHC).
Provide leadership and advisement to Associated Student officers and senators; Associated Student Senate and Executive Board; and Inter-Club Council.
Advise the Associated Students and Inter-Club Council in the development of semester calendars of campus activities and events, and assist in the overall implementation of the activities needed.
Provide leadership in the creation of new clubs and organizations to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Oversee the informal process of student code of conduct policies and regulations (1st level student discipline).
Advise and monitor the development and spending of a yearly budget for the Associated Students, and communicates problems or areas of concern to the Vice President of Student Service (SBVC) or Dean of Student Services and Student Development (CHC).
Attend and advise each Associated Student Senate and Inter-Club Council meeting and AS/ICC campus event/activity.
Attend and participate in all student government off-campus conferences/conventions, approved by the College.
Assist supervisor with replacement in his/her absence.
Coordinate and monitor student ID card programs.
Supervise student activities, maintaining order and promoting responsible behavior as the students interact with each other in a safe and collegial environment.
Coordinate various special events including student recognition dinners, awards ceremonies, campus mascot appearances, commencement and all related components.
Provide leadership development and workshops for student leaders on such topics as parliamentary procedure, conflict resolution, time management, goal setting, problem solving, etc.; review and revise Student Activities Handbook annually; and conduct training.
Advise and supervise student governance groups and processes.
Conduct regular assessment surveys of student interests in activities and campus programs.
Facilitate and implement paperwork generated by the Associated Students and Inter-Club Council in a timely manner.
Perform other related duties as required.