About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Great Medical/Dental plans for the employee and their family
• PEBB Wellness Plan – SmartHealth
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Retirement Plans
• Tuition Waiver for additional education
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) in times of need
• Promotional Opportunities
• Orca Card / transportation benefits
• Union Membership

To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Position Summary

Position open until filled/First Review of materials will begin: May 30, 2023

Salary range for this position is: $72,023/yr. - $99,462/yr. (depending on experience)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Under the supervision of the Dean of Student Development, the Director of Student Involvement is responsible for spearheading experiential and co-curricular learning opportunities for Seattle Central, and is focused providing students a learning laboratory for personal growth and the development of life long skills through active experiences, focused on well-being, recreational and student identity and leadership development to energetically support student involvement that creates connections for student success. Additionally, the position is directly responsible to train, supervise, and assist, Student Involvement staff in the integration and application of outcomes-based assessment, student engagement and mentorship practices that are multicultural student development centered.

This position supervises the recruitment, training and involvement of students in the various Student Leadership Boards, Committees, and Teams in Student Leadership and the Mitchell Activity Center and coordinating with International Programs to ensure a seamless, campus wide system of student involvement opportunities. Broadly champions student leadership to the wider campus community.

Application Procedures:

• Attach current resume
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
• Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges is working under hybrid remote and on-site operations, pending public health guidance and business needs. Per CDC and WA Public Health directions, at this time we will be practicing social distancing and holding interviews virtually using video conference or teleconference options. As such, if you are selected for interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

What you will be working on:

Supervision & Management (25%)

• Hire, supervise and evaluate the work and development of staff. Support, inspire and mentor staff, fostering a culture of excellence, equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and in all aspects of staff and student leadership development and programming. Leading staff, developmentally in creating a stellar student engagement and leadership program.
• Manage, and oversee the design and implementation of a comprehensive campus recreation student centered program that provides a broad selection of cultural activities, events and classes, and a strong program of physical recreation and wellness activities. Provide coaching and professional development opportunities that enable high levels of performance and achievement of departmental goals.
• Manage the Student InvolvementInvolvement annual budgets of approximately $1,000,000.
• Develop, monitor, and manage the Student Leadership Board, Committees, and Teams budgets (Associated Student Council, College Activities, Info Central, Student Web and Publications, and Student Organization Resource).
• Work with staff, and collaborates with key departments and programs, to develop and implement an innovative, student-centered leadership program that applies student development theory. Support student learning through co- and extra-curricular programs and other outside classroom learning experiences. Provide a program that affects a broad, cross-campus student population.

Training & Development (25%)

• Direct the Full-time Staff (Program Specialists and Manger) in development and coordination of the summer Student Leadership Orientation for incoming student leadership and Winter/Spring all-student leadership retreats.
• Work with staff to develop curriculum and learning outcomes for the Leadership Institute, Welcome Week, and student achievement initiatives.
• Serve as staff advisor to the Associate Student Council, facilitating their training and monitoring their continuous leadership development.
• Collaborate with student achievement initiatives such as Fellas Friday and work with staff to support and grow the program, which work with African American males.

Hiring & Recruitment (20%)

• Direct the annual recruitment and selection process of students for leadership boards, committees, and teams including the Student Organizations Resource, College Activities, Info Central, Associated Student Council, MAC, and Student Web and Publications.
• Directly responsible for supervising the recruitment, training support, develop student teams and involvement of students in: The Associated Student Council, Cultural Programming and Development, Student Clubs and Organizations, Information Central, and Student Publications, and for coordinating with the Mitchell Activity Center and International Programs to ensure a seamless, campus wide system of student involvement opportunities.

Marketing & Publications (10%)

• Oversee development and presentation of Student InvolvementInvolvement marketing and publications including the Seattle Central Student Handbook, the Seattle Central Student Organizations Handbook, a variety of brochures and fliers, and bulletin boards throughout the college.
• Informs students and promotes program engagement to create community and campus life and student engagement.
• Manage relationships with the Public Information Office and develop/monitor/update content of Student Involvement webpages on college website.

Assessment & Program Evaluation (10%)

• Train, supervise, and assist Student Involvement staff in the integration and application of outcomes-based assessment, and student engagement and mentorship practices.
• Organize ongoing assessment process including learning outcomes survey, student board member reflections, and staff files of individual student leaders.

Institutional Collaborations & Contributions (10%)

• Contributes to the development of an integrated, unified approach to addressing student needs at Seattle Central through representation of the Student Involvement department on institution-wide work groups.
• Collaborate and represent the college with Student Involvement (Student Life) programs at North, South, satellite sites, and state-wide councils on meetings, joint trainings and projects.
• Interpret and apply District, Campus and Division policies and advice students, staff and program participants regarding program content, policies, procedures and activities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Student Development.

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this description.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Master’s degree (or combined equivalent undergraduate degree plus years of service) in Education, Student Development, Recreation, or related field
• Three or more years of experience working in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with a diverse population & knowledge of Social Justice that considering access, equity, participation, and human rights.
• Demonstrated supervision experience with the ability to coach others to high performance and guide staff to a common goal.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to work with historically underrepresented students.
• Demonstrated experience working with historically underserved students of color
• Demonstrated experience developing strategic systems and implementing assessment strategies.
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and experience in leading teams in projects.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills.
• Demonstrated experience with the use of social media to promote programs and activities.
• Demonstrated excellence in communications, to include effective public speaking and writing.

Physical Requirements:

The position

• Typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office.
• Encounters frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
• Is regularly required to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disability Accommodation

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:

1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803

(206) 934-3873

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

Background Check Statement

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WA HB 2327.