Senior Director of Campus Life

Lycoming College • Williamsport, PA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director of Campus Life at Lycoming College, a private liberal arts and sciences institution, serves as a student‑centered, visionary educator and community builder. This live‑in leadership position plays an essential role in cultivating a robust, inclusive, and developmentally rich campus culture that supports students’ academic, personal, and social success. The Senior Director works closely with the Dean of Students to provide strategic oversight for residential living, housing management, community standards & conduct, the First‑Year Experience (FYE) in residence, and student engagement & campus programming. The Senior Director supervises three Assistant Directors of Campus Life & Residential Living and the Assistant Director of Campus Life & Student Engagement, ensuring that both areas operate collaboratively, consistently, and effectively within the newly developed Campus Life team. In addition, the Senior Director of Campus Life will provide leadership and oversight to the college’s Fraternity & Sorority Life program. The Senior Director of Campus Life is expected to demonstrate cultural humility, inclusive and identity‑aware leadership, strong crisis‑response skills, and a deep commitment to relationship‑centered student support within a residential liberal arts environment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs, Counseling, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs, with demonstrated leadership in at least two of the following: residential life, housing, student conduct, community standards, student engagement, or FYE.
• Experience supervising professional staff and managing complex departmental operations.
• Strong crisis management skills, with experience in on‑call leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and identity‑aware leadership.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check annually in compliance with the College’s insurance regulation requirements and the ability to operate campus safety vehicles.
• Successful completion of ACT 153 Clearances.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in liberal arts college settings.
• Experience with restorative practices, mediation, or conflict resolution.
• Familiarity with housing, conduct, and engagement software platforms.
• Training in trauma-informed care or student development theory.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Campus Culture: Co‑create with the Dean of Students a vision for a dynamic, student‑centered Campus Life ecosystem that reflects the College’s liberal arts mission. Serve as a key architect, along with the Dean of Students, of campus culture—strengthening belonging, engagement, and well‑being through integrated residential, engagement, and conduct strategies. Champion an environment that honors diverse identities, encourages self‑authorship, and supports the holistic development of all students.
• Leadership, Supervision & Team Development: Supervise the Assistant Directors of Campus Life & Residential Living and the Assistant Director of Campus Life & Student Engagement, providing coaching, feedback, and professional development. Collaborate with the Dean of Students to support recruitment, training, and mentoring Campus Life professional and student staff, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL) Leadership: Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for Fraternity & Sorority Life, including chapter operations, community development, risk management, and leadership training. Support and advise governing councils and chapter leadership, fostering a values‑based fraternity/sorority community that contributes positively to campus culture. Collaborate with alumni advisors, national headquarters, and campus partners to ensure compliance, student safety, inclusive practices, and organizational development. Align FSL initiatives with Campus Life goals related to belonging, leadership, and community engagement.
• Crisis Response, On‑Call Leadership & Live‑On Responsibilities: Participate in the campus‑wide after‑hours and weekend on‑call duty rotation, providing high‑level leadership during crises involving mental health, alcohol/drug incidents, interpersonal conflicts, and emergency responses when needed. Provide guidance and support to professional and student staff responding to incidents; ensure timely and appropriate follow‑up. Maintain a live‑in presence within campus housing, fostering visibility, approachability, community connection, and rapid response to student needs. Serve as a campus leader during emergencies, coordinating with Public Safety and College administration as needed.
• Assessment, Policy & Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the Dean of Students and the Campus Life team on assessment efforts related to Residential Living, Community Standards, FYE, and Student Engagement to inform decision‑making and strategic improvements. Collaborate with the Dean of Students on policy development, review, and communication to ensure clarity, accessibility, and consistent application across the student experience. Utilize data-driven insights to propose student initiatives, supports, and programs that support retention, student satisfaction, and learning outcomes.
• Campus Partnerships & Institutional Engagement: Serve on institutional committees, task forces, and cross-divisional working groups related to student success, belonging, wellness, and campus planning. Build strong, collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to support a vibrant campus culture.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Benefits: Health insurance – with a wide variety of health plan options available Dental insurance, including orthodontia coverage. Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses Life & accidental death and dismemberment insurance Long-term disability insurance Short-term disability insurance Cancer insurance Personal accident insurance Wellness program Employee assistance program
• Retirement Benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% contributions from the College
• Tuition Benefits: Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at Lycoming College Free tuition for eligible dependents at over 600 colleges nationwide through Tuition Exchange, Inc. Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at the Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Paid Leave Benefits: Generous paid time off (PTO) Paid Parental Leave 14 holidays per year Summer hours
• Employee Perks: 15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks. Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities. Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees. Use of the campus Library.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees