Job Description
The Assistant Director of Graduate Student Life will be responsible for creating, planning, and executing new student programming with a focus on professional & leadership development and established operations for graduate students such as Arrival Services program. The Assistant Director will also support the master's Student Peer Mentor Program and assist with daily departmental operations and Division goals.
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Develop and implement weekly programming for new students (each semester) that focuses on professional and leadership development for new students
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Plan and execute new student orientation in partnership with department and University partners. Including communications, student hiring, and logistics planning
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Manage Arrival Services (August and January) Temporary Housing and Airport Pick-up
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Coordinate and oversee the master's Student Peer Mentor Program in collaboration with Assistant Dean and/or designee
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Collaborate with other departments and organizations to plan and implement programs and initiatives that support student engagement and belonging
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Provide support to graduate students in navigating campus resources and connecting with academic and professional opportunities
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Remain current on best practices and trends in student affairs (graduate & professional students) and incorporate them into programming and operations
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Bachelor’s degree required, master's degree preferred in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or related field
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2-4 years of experience in student affairs, with experience in graduate student programming
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders
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Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and assess student programs and services
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Experience managing budgets and supervising student employees
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Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and experience working with diverse student populations
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Knowledge of social media engagement welcomed
This position may require some evening and weekend work and is limited to one remote workday as approved by the unit Director.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
Department
Graduate Student Life
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