Assistant Director for Leadership Programming

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Franklin & Marshall College, founded in 1787, is a residential college dedicated to excellence in undergraduate liberal arts education. The college thrives on forward-thinking growth, guided by a comprehensive new strategic plan currently under development. This vision animates dynamic new programs like the Venture and Impact Studio, which fosters student entrepreneurship, and the Mehlman Leadership and Performance Institute, which develops the next generation of leaders. Located in the city of Lancaster, the College integrates with the broader community, with the most recent example being a landmark eight-year partnership anchoring the college's baseball program at the professional Lancaster Stormers stadium.

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Job Description:

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a full-time Assistant Director for Leadership Programming. This is a two year, grant-funded position with the option to extend.

Job Details:

• Location: F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
• Classification: Full-time, Exempt
• Schedule: 40 hours, Monday - Friday. May require evenings and weekends.
• Reports to: Executive Director, Mehlman Leadership & Performance Institute
• Department: Office of the President
• Approved Salary Range: $54,000.00 - $60,000.00

Job Description:

The Assistant Director for Leadership Programming is responsible for the development, implementation, and assessment of student leadership programs within the Mehlman Leadership & Performance Institute. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position supports the Institute's mission by delivering co-curricular leadership programming that is integrated with experiential learning and supports the cultivation of grit, a growth mindset, and adaptive leadership. The role ensures student leadership programs are accessible, structured, impactful and aligned with institutional priorities.

Essential Functions:

• Leadership Program Development and Delivery

• Develop, implement, and sustain student leadership development programs, including workshops, trainings, and cohort-based experiences.

• Facilitate leadership development informed by grit and a growth mindset and grounded in ethical and inclusive practices.

• Coordinate structured leadership pathways, including peer leadership, mentoring, and applied experiences.

• Support integration of leadership programs within the broader Mehlman Institute framework.

• Student Leader Engagement and Advising

• Advise and support students participating in leadership programs.

• Promote participation in leadership opportunities across diverse student populations.

• Support student involvement in leadership development programs and external partnerships.

• Collaboration and Campus Partnerships

• Collaborate with partners across campus such as Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and Development to align leadership programs with Institute initiatives.

• Support integration of leadership development across co-curricular and, where appropriate, curricular experiences.

• Assessment and Program Operations

• Assess program effectiveness using established learning outcomes and participation data.

• Assist with program logistics, budgeting, and reporting.

• Maintain records and contribute to divisional and institutional assessment efforts.

• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• At least 3 years of experience developing and facilitating programs focused on leadership development or similar natured work.
• Familiarity with experiential learning principles.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Evidence of a commitment to community & belonging.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent combination of experience and training in higher education, government, private industry, student development, leadership studies, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in leadership development or student affairs in a higher education setting.
• Experience advising student organizations or leadership programs.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events. To learn more about our Benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

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