Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
Posted
Job description
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG192525EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; some nights and weekends
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
Student Leadership & Engagement
About the Department
The Division of Academic and Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.
NC State was named a great place to work in the 2022 Forbes annual survey as the best large employer in North Carolina. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.
Student Leadership and Engagement is responsible for: comprehensive leadership education, training, and development; campus-wide civic learning and democratic engagement efforts, including voter engagement and early voting; community outreach and service; direct advising of Student Government, the University Activities Board, Black Students Board, Alternative Service Break; oversight and organization development for more than 700 registered student organizations; operation of the campus-wide online service platform; vision for and management of the Woodward Student Involvement Center. In addition, this unit houses academic courses – USC 291, USC 292, and UCS 298.
With a focus on collaboration, the unit strives to equip students with the tools, knowledge, skills, and meaningful experiences to succeed academically, professionally, personally, and as engaged citizens in campus, local, national, and global communities.
We embrace our responsibility to develop partnerships that enhance the student learning experience and enrich the communities in which we interact. Our team is significantly enhanced by our student leaders and student employees who are central to our vision and instrumental to our success.
Specifically, we help students:
- Develop a healthy sense of belonging at NC State
- Develop leadership skills through the study of leadership and real world applications with a focus on transferable skills.
- Develop critical thinking skills that will prepare them to be active members in their communities.
- Develop frameworks for ethical decision making consistent with their core values.
- Understand their roles in a globally connected world and develop competencies needed to work and live in a community.
- Develop academic and personal success strategies that will support their progress towards graduation.
- Explore their passions and prepare them for life after college.
- Feel connected to the university community through engaging educational and memorable campus experiences.
- Identify appropriate resources to support their intellectual, social and spiritual development.
Essential Job Duties
The Director of Student Leadership and Engagement is an energetic, innovative, student-centered leader who provides a shared vision for student engagement on campus and within the community. With a focus on the University’s strategic goals of student success and developing socially responsible leaders for the state, the nation, and the world, the director will be responsible for developing partnerships between Academic and Student Affairs units, as well as community-based organizations. These partnerships provide the foundation for challenging learning experiences that support students’ intellectual, social and spiritual development. The Director is a member of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs’ leadership team.
Responsibilities:
- Inspire a shared vision of and provide leadership for co-curricular student engagement on campus
- Create a healthy and collaborative team environment focused on promoting student engagement and success.
- Provide leadership for Student Leadership and Engagement staff consisting of Associate Directors, Assistant Directors, Program Coordinators, Administrative Support, Graduate Assistants, Student Staff, and Student Leaders.
- Develop long-term strategies and goals for student leadership that prioritizes connections between in-and-out of class learning and ensures effective assessment of student learning and organizational outcomes.
- Promote student success through student leadership programs and resources that promote social and educational programming at NC State.
- Facilitate collaboration toward shared goals between co-curricular, academic, and auxiliary units across campus
- Develop mutually beneficial partnerships with local and international communities and organizations.
- Create an environment that prioritizes programming goals that reflect a commitment to sustainability.
- In partnership with unit personnel and other key university stakeholders, develop protocols to ensure appropriate risk assessment and liability reduction.
- Coordinate instructors for several leadership courses including, but not limited to, USC 291/292: Service-Learning Program Leader Development I and II and USC 298: Introduction to Civic Engagement and Social Change
- Inspire a shared vision for the Alternative Service Break program.
- Provide leadership for campus-community outreach and collaboration, the Wake County Board of Elections, North Carolina Campus Compact, and local non-profit agencies
- Develop a vision for student leadership programming and develop networks on the campus, and within the community, that engage students in challenging, meaningful, and high-impact learning experiences
- Provide leadership and vision for an organization network of more than 700 active student organizations, including organization registration, officer training and student organizational advising.
Student Development:
- Create innovative activities that stimulate, motivate, educate, and involve the student body while promoting student learning and student success.
- Ensure the effective advisement of the Student Government including the Executive and Legislative Branches and the Student Body Treasury.
- Ensure the effective advisement of the University Activities Board and Black Students Board.
- Work in collaboration to oversee the development and enhancement of programs for student organizational leaders that teach leadership skills, ethical decision-making, and prepare students to be socially responsible global citizens.
- Champion students in challenging leadership roles that provide meaningful opportunities to practice their leadership skills and impact change on campus and in the community.
Budget:
- Oversee multiple student fee budgets and other receipts.
- Ensure student organizations are in compliance with all relevant state and university policies, rules, and regulations.
- Serve on appropriate unit and university committees
Other Responsibilities
- Serve on appropriate unit and university committees
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Counseling or related degree and 5+ years professional experience working with students in a higher education setting or related experience, with a focus on leadership development and civic engagement.
- 3+ years in a supervisory/ management position.
Other Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to develop a shared leadership vision with staff, student leaders, and campus and community partners.
- Prior staff supervision experience and demonstration of superior management and sound decision making ability.
- Experience working in a student-centered environment including demonstrated understanding and application of student development theory.
- Business process and budget management experience.
- Demonstrated skill working with communities.
- Outstanding judgment and ability to help students and staff develop protocols for effective risk and liability management.
- Superior written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Skill in problem solving, and data-driven decision making, and prioritization
- Knowledge of national trends and best practices in higher education, student leadership and civic engagement.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5-7 years management experience in student leadership, civic engagement, advising, and programming.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- Valid Driver’s License required.
- Valid NC DL within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
04/13/2023
Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00103290
Position Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
No
Department ID
240501 - Student Leadership & Engagement
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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