Senior Director for Student Life

Lycoming College is hiring a Senior Director for Student Life to join the student life team.

Lycoming College, one of the nation’s oldest residential liberal arts and sciences colleges, invites candidates to apply for the Senior Director for Student Life position.

With a first-rate undergraduate education and an increased commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus community that supports all faculty, staff, and students, we are seeking candidates who can support and contribute to our

In addition, the Senior Director for Student Life has shared responsibilities with the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students for planning and assessment, assessing and responding to the changing needs of students, matters related to student persistence and, activities/programming that celebrates and fosters understanding of inclusive excellence.

Fulfilling this role requires the Senior Director to be exceptionally attuned to the needs and experiences of all members of Lycoming’s increasingly diverse community and be adept at supporting and enhancing the campus experience of all with whom they work.

This is a one-year, full-time position that is benefits eligible. The chosen candidate must be available to work a variety of hours including evenings, weekends, and must have a valid US driver’s license.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and is becoming increasingly recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and for students gaining the skills needed upon graduation in today’s world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries, and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College’s strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education. The College offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, including 30% international and domestic students of color. Students represent 25 states and territories and 15 countries.

The College proudly celebrates and values the principle of inclusive excellence. In support of its commitment to establishing an inclusive and equitable campus, Lycoming College seeks to recruit more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups with the recognition that doing so advances institutional excellence.

Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

What will I do in this role?

• Collaborate with the Vice President and Dean of Students to provide leadership in the Division of Student Life, to create and maintain a supportive residential environment strongly integrated with the liberal arts mission of Lycoming College
• Referral Management Team (persistence and retention)
• Community Standards – administrative hearings, convene hearing board, investigations
• Convene & Coordinate the Student Leadership Collaborative
• Collaborate with staff to provide campus event planning and programming
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide campus programming to address high risks or socially vulnerable behaviors e.g., drug and alcohol, on-line gambling, on-line dating, social media
• Responsible for completion of the College’s Biennial Drug Free Schools Act report
• Responsible for coordinating the division’s planning and assessment
• Serve as a resource for resolving student problems that are not adequately or able to be addressed elsewhere
  
  

What are we looking for?

Education Requirements Master’s Degree Required - Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration or Equivalent Preferred.

Experience and Qualifications: Minimum of 7-10 years of post-graduate experience in higher education, including a working knowledge of student development theory, conduct administration, and program development/assessment. Strong collaboration and communication skills, both written and verbal. A working knowledge in areas of federal, state, and local law and regulation affecting higher education and student life. Strong organizational and time management skills are needed along with a keen ability to give attention to detail and accuracy. Incumbent must be able to work independently on assignments and projects as well as having the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Knowledge of window-based applications is needed such as: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft PowerPoint, with the desire and ability to learn new software applications.

Abilities Required: A variety of characteristics and skills are essential for the successful performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. These include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and belonging
• An ability to work with all students, staff, faculty, administrators, and community members with the utmost respect to who they are as individuals (in their identities and lived experiences)
• Demonstrates effective computer skills through knowledge of, and experience with, all Microsoft Office Suite programs; experience using email and internet; Previous knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications and web editing is helpful but not required, however, the desire and ability to learn new software applications is required
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team on assignments, duties, and projects
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to fostering a positive work/learning environment
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates ability to give attention to detail and accuracy in all work
• Demonstrates ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work
• Demonstrates effective and professional interpersonal skills (listening, verbal/non-verbal and written communication skills) with a variety of people including students, faculty, staff, and the general public
• Demonstrates effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills that is fair and equitable
• Promotes a positive work environment and engenders staff enthusiasm
• Skillfully manages individual, group and organizational interactions
  
  

What We Offer!

Lycoming College has an excellent benefits package available for the full-time candidate that includes:

Health & Wellness Benefits:

• Health insurance – Lycoming College offers 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 9% 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 available for both full-time and part-time candidates:

• 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 and household family members
• Use of the campus Library
  
  

How do I Join the Warrior Team?

To be considered for the position, apply directly online by submitting your resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Within the cover letter, please address your interest in serving as the Senior Director for Student Life at Lycoming College, experiences that have prepared you for this role, and commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and belonging. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Post-offer motor vehicle record and criminal history background checks will be conducted.

Lycoming College Proudly Celebrates and Values Diversity.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive campus community supporting all faculty, staff, and students. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse identities and all who are interested in supporting and contributing to our mission and strategic plan. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

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