Director of the Office of Student Involvement
Colgate University

Job Info

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Job Category:

Professional/Administrative

Position Title:

Director of the Office of Student Involvement

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Division:

Dean of the College

Department:

Center for Leadership & Student Involvement

Hiring Wage/Salary Range:

$70,000-$74,500

Determination:

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Benefits:

Current Benefits
Colgate University is proud to offer in-depth, competitive benefits that support the health and wellbeing of our employees and their family. The majority of benefits are effective on the date of hire.
We pride ourselves on the scope and quality of the benefits offered to our employees. We invite candidates to visit our Benefits page to learn more about our generous benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Health and Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health benefits, disability and life insurance, 403 B Retirement with employer core and matching contributions.

Paid Time Off:
Vacation time (varies based on position classification), sick time, 13.5 holidays including a Winter Recess between Christmas and New Year's and 3 floating holidays.

Paid Family Leave:
After six months of employment, employees become eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid time off up to 67% of salary to a state maximum for bonding with a newborn, adopted or foster child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition or to help after a family member has been deployed to active military duty abroad.

Continuing Education and Professional Development:
Employees and their spouse/domestic partner may take up to 2 courses per semester at Colgate, tuition free with a $20 per course registration fee.
Funding for work related courses to obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree related to your current position.
After 7 years of service in an eligible position an employee's eligible children may be awarded up to half of Colgate's tuition to attend an accredited college, university or trade school of their choice.

Along with a generous benefits package, additional perks unique to Colgate University include but are not limited to free on campus parking, free gym membership with discounts for family members, reduced Seven Oaks Golf Course memberships, University Bookstore discount, free library access, 3 free tickets for any regular season athletic home event, access to Colgate owned Bewkes Center and Glendening Boathouse, free access to all cultural events.

Department Statement:

Colgate University, a premier liberal arts university of approximately 3,100 students, seeks an energetic, motivated, and highly visible Director of the Office of Student Involvement to serve as a trusted resource for students on co-curricular involvement. Positioned within the Dean of the College division and reporting directly to the Dean of Students, the director takes an active leadership role in the holistic development of students.

The office's mission is to provide engaging, dynamic, and inclusive co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities that empower students to build community, discover their strengths, and pursue their interests. The office uses a comprehensive advising approach to support, educate, and develop diverse, well-rounded student leaders to explore and engage with co-curricular involvement as part of their Colgate education.

The director supports the Dean of Students in promoting co-curricular experiences as part of the student engagement team (ALANA Cultural Center, Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, volunteerism, and Education, Office of the Chaplains, Office of Fraternity and Sorority Advising, Office of LGBTQ+ Initiatives). The director provides leadership and administrative oversight for all programs and services associated with the Office of Student Involvement. The director is responsible for setting the direction for the department and a strong student activities program informed by Colgate University's Third Century Plan and the Dean of the College division priorities. This position supervises all staff positions within the Office of Student Involvement.

Learn more about Colgate University and the Dean of the College Division by reviewing A Candidate's Guide to Colgate. In 2021 and again in 2022, the Dean of the College Division was acknowledged by Diverse Issues in Higher Education and Inside Higher Ed as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs.

Accountabilities:

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Provide leadership, direction, support, and oversight for the operations within the Office of Student Involvement.
• Select, train, and supervise department staff, including helping to establish annual goals and conducting regular performance development conversations and weekly meetings, as well as encouraging professional development opportunities.
• Provide oversight for the planning and execution of new student and transfer student orientations and incoming student communications, including supervising the assistant director of new student programs.
• Provide oversight for the management of the late night coordinator, ensuring a robust and engaging schedule of late-night and weekend events and programs.
• Manage and serve as the point person for the campus for the student organization management platform, Get Involved.
• Manage all departmental budgets and supervise department members in their budget management; maintain signing authority for departmental and student organization contracts.
• Negotiate, prepare, review, and amend contracts for performances and services on behalf of student organizations. Assure that such contractual ventures are feasible; staff and financial resources are available; and contracts are in compliance with University, state, and federal policies and/or laws.
• Co-lead the Organization Advisory Committee (OAC) in the development and implementation of student organization recognition/registration processes, policies, training, resources, and assessment.
• Explore and propose opportunities to integrate leadership development into the student experience.
  
  

Program Development and Assessment

• Provide strategic direction on the assessment of current practices and help implement a plan (an external review was completed in the 2020-2021 academic year) to improve the overall effectiveness of the involvement and advisement model.
• Develop knowledge of current trends and promising practices related to student government, clubs, organizations, and the allocation of resources.
• Incorporate CAS Standards, NASPA competencies, and other relevant evidence-based practices into department practices and policies.
• Develop and coordinate the department-wide assessment strategy.
  
  

Advising

• Co-advise the Student Government Association and regularly attend senate meetings.
• Oversee the advising of the programming board and class councils, assisting with any relevant training, selection, programming, and ongoing initiatives.
• Serve as an adviser to high-profile student organizations.
• Oversee the design, preparation, and implementation of training programs and resources for student leaders and advisers.
• Serve as the administrative liaison to the student newspaper, The Maroon News, and student radio station WRCU while overseeing budgetary expenditures and working closely with students and advisers.
• Institute strategic measures to ensure financial responsibility is accomplished among the student organizations, including the design, development, and implementation of a forward-thinking plan to distribute, evaluate, and provide oversight of the student allocation fees.
• Provide direction and guidance to the Budget Allocations Committee to provide organizations with fair and balanced access to resources and allocations.
• Plan and execute department-wide recognition events, professional development workshops, and initiatives for the student leaders throughout the year.
  
  

Program and Event Management

• Oversee the development, planning, and coordination of University-wide programs for students, including late-night alternative programming and traditions.
• Assist with first and second-year student programming.
• Build student/staff partnerships and collaborations across campus to provide inclusive campus-wide programs and events designed to build community, promote leadership, and foster engagement and retention.
• Meet regularly with each programming committee to develop a diverse offering of programs that vary in size, scope, venue, and target audience.
• Encourage opportunities for collaboration with student leaders, student organizations, and University departments.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and assessment of large, annual events for the campus community involving students, staff, faculty, and alumni; that may include a New Student Orientation, Welcome Week Events, Family Weekend, Homecoming, Springfest, Dancefest, and other student and staff-initiated University-wide events.
• May serve as a primary event staff person and oversee the coordination of all logistics with Facility Services, Campus Safety, etc.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Regular evening and weekend work is required.
• Maintains the O'Connor Campus Center (The Coop), Hall of Presidents, Donovan's Pub, The Mat at Parker Commons, and student organization offices and storage by arranging repairs, updates, and upgrades.
• Responsible for making capital requests for renovations, as needed.
• Ensure the O'Connor Campus Center (The Coop) is a space that is inclusive and a vibrant programming venue for the University.
• Prepare reports and provide research as assigned.
• May be required to travel with student organizations as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.Name:

Operations Management

Description:

Demonstrates expertise in managing financial, technical, facilities, and human resources across assigned areas. Ability to develop budgets with strategic alignment to the goals of the division and act as a responsible steward of assigned University funds and facilities. Expertise in developing and delivering effective communications about the function with a broad range of campus partners. Knowledge of data and systems sufficient to identify and meet operational needs. Demonstrated ability to develop and apply policies, protocols, and workflows to support operational performance of department and functions within University guidelines.

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Managerial Skills

Description:

Demonstrated knowledge of Colgate managerial processes and requirements, to include:

• Demonstrated ability to fairly and accurately assess employee performance in accordance with university practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of federal and state regulations, as they apply to the university policies and guidelines related to human resources sufficient to effectively select new employees, recommend pay actions, determine employment status and initiate or approve employee changes in status.
• Demonstrated ability to select, develop and retain high performing work teams, to include:
• Demonstrated ability to develop employee skills, performance, and behaviors. Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and communicate with employees on issues of pay, performance and development

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Student Group Advising

Description:

Demonstrated expertise in student affairs and ability to influence students in making good decisions and working with groups and individuals. Demonstrated ability to develop and work within student leadership structure. Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing student leadership opportunities for student leaders. Skills to train both students and staff in effective practices.

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Event Management

Description:

Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, coordinate or oversee events requiring a high level of coordination and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to source and negotiate favorable contract terms and service delivery from vendors. Demonstrated ability to effectively produce and manage RSVP lists and special requests of participants. Demonstrated ability to communicate all aspects of planning events. Demonstrated ability to quickly, efficiently, and inexpensively alter plans

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Program Management

Description:

Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, coordinate or oversee events requiring a high level of coordination and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to source and negotiate favorable contract terms and service delivery from vendors. Demonstrated ability to effectively produce and manage RSVP lists and special requests of participants. Demonstrated ability to communicate all aspects of planning events. Demonstrated ability to quickly, efficiently, and inexpensively alter plans.

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Administrative

Description:

Demonstrated ability to effectively and consistently apply time management, problem-solving, and planning skills in the implementation of processes or programs. Demonstrated ability to effectively use technical solutions to assist in the collection/maintenance of key data and records and within university, division and department guidelines. Demonstrated ability to consistently meet functional accountabilities while staying within assigned budget constraints

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Student Leadership Development

Description:

Demonstrated knowledge of leadership development within the context of a small, private, residential, rural liberal arts college. Demonstrated ability to train students to become ethical, articulate, and effective leaders through communication, budget management, delegation, and coordination of event and group logistics. Demonstrated expertise in student affairs and ability to influence students in making good decisions and working with groups and individuals. Demonstrated ability to develop and work within student leadership structure. Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing student leadership opportunities for student leaders. Skills to train both students and staff in effective practices.

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Assessment

Description:

Demonstrated statements of intended learning outcomes about what students should know, understand and be able to do with this knowledge. Demonstrated knowledge of selecting measures to assess if intended outcomes are being achieved. Demonstrated ability to create experiences to help them achieve the learning outcomes. Demonstrated ability to use the results to improve the student experience

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Description:

Demonstrated commitment to proactively engage, understand and draw on a variety of perspectives.

Demonstrated ability to assess and design university processes to be reflective and representative of all students. Demonstrated ability to create environments that are welcoming and accessible. Demonstrate knowledge of inequalities and ability to make institutional changes to address these concerns.

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Personal Accountability for Results

Description:

Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.

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Effective Communication

Description:

Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.

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Problem Solving and Decision Making

Description:

Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.

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Change Management

Description:

Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.

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Leadership and Teamwork

Description:

Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.

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Creativity and Innovation

Description:

Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.

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Diversity and Inclusion

Description:

Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.

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Sustainability

Description:

Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university's commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university's sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

• Five years of experience planning large and small events in a college/university setting;
• Demonstrated knowledge of facilities management;
• Experience advising student clubs and organizations;
• Experience supervising professional, graduate, or student staff;
• Attention to detail, including an ability to assess and identify risks;
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging;
• Ability to lead and manage a cross-functional, collaborative team;
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of student development theory, student and student organization advising models, and curriculum design;
• Experience developing student leaders, student organizations, and adviser trainings and resources;
• Experience working with student organization management platform;
• Strong knowledge of student affairs practices as applied to a diverse range of programmatic areas;
• Experience with using social media platforms;
• Experience with student learning outcomes, assessment, and data-driven decision-making

Education:

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree in a related field such as higher education administration, education, social work, or counseling is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work nights and weekends, as required.

Other Information:

In your cover letter, please provide a brief overview of your professional experiences relevant to the position for which you are applying. Specifically, we would like you to highlight your qualifications, achievements, and any particular challenges you have successfully navigated in your career.

Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Please describe how you have integrated or advocated for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your professional settings. This could include but is not limited to initiatives you have led or participated in, policies you have helped develop, or any specific actions you have taken to support an inclusive culture at your previous workplaces.

Requisition Number:

2024S028Posting

Temporary:

No

Job Open Date:

04/19/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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