Assistant Director of Student Engagement

About Dean College:

Dean College is a private, residential New England college grounded in a culture and tradition that all students deserve the opportunity to discover and exceed their greatest aspirations. A personal and transformative community since 1865, Dean tirelessly inspires our students to unimagined heights through personalized support and integrated delivery of academic, co-curricular, and experiential learning. Our graduates are lifelong learners who thrive in their careers, embrace social responsibility, and demonstrate leadership.

Recognized as a Top Regional College by U.S. News & World Report for fifteenth consecutive years and named a College of Distinction for eleven consecutive years, Dean serves more than 1,000 full-time students and offers over 50 academic programs and specializations, as well as a robust schedule of continuing studies and certificate programs throughout the year.

Dean College is perfectly situated in Franklin, Massachusetts, which is conveniently located between Boston and Providence, Rhode Island, and is accessible to Boston by commuter rail. The Dean College/Franklin rail station is only a five-minute walk from campus.

Approximately 90 percent of the College's student population lives on campus and Dean provides a supportive academic environment that thrives on hands-on engagement and exceptional teaching. This community-wide commitment of always going the extra mile for students is known as The Dean Difference. Outside of the classroom, students participate in 16 athletic teams and more than 40 on-campus groups and organizations.

Ninety-six percent of our bachelor's degree students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 12 months of graduation. Alumni are hard at work in top-ranked graduate programs and are employed by organizations such as Universal Studios, Dell Technologies, Liberty Mutual, Kraft Sports + Entertainment, the Boston Ballet, and more.

What is The Dean Difference?

The Dean Difference isn't any one thing. It's not a program or a professor. It's not a single class or a club. It's the way our academic support networks and community overlap, interweave, and magnify each other. Our difference unites us. It's our secret formula. It's the nucleus around which we orbit. It isn't one thing, it's everything.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement plays an integral role in creating meaningful opportunities for students to connect, get involved, and develop as leaders. The position advises the Dean Activities Board, supports the development and administration of student organizations, leads the recruitment and development of Orientation Leaders, and creates programming that responds to the needs and interests of the student community, including commuter students. The Assistant Director collaborates with campus partners on events and initiatives and works with the Director to advance a comprehensive student engagement program that strengthens involvement, leadership, connection, and sense of community.

Expected salary range: $55,000-$58,000 per year, commensurate with experience. The College also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off. The position includes a live-on requirement. The Assistant Director will be provided with an unfurnished campus house adjacent to campus. Utilities are included, and a meal plan is provided when the dining center is open.

Position responsibilities include:

• Advise the Dean Activities Board (DAB) and provide leadership and guidance in the development, coordination, and delivery of signature student programs and traditions, including Winter Week and Spring Week.
• Direct the recognition and ongoing administration of student organizations, providing guidance to student leaders and advisors on college policies, organizational operations, event planning, recruitment, and member engagement.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, hiring, training, supervision, assessment, and ongoing development of Orientation Leaders who support New Student Orientation and Bulldog Beginnings.
• Develop and coordinate programming specifically for commuter students, incorporating student feedback to address their interests, needs, and opportunities for meaningful campus involvement.
• Collaborate with campus partners in the planning and implementation of student programs and activities, supporting communication, logistics, and successful execution.
• With the Director, develop and implement a comprehensive student activities program that promotes student involvement, leadership development, connection, and a strong sense of community.
• Serve as a campus resource on student activities, organizations, and engagement initiatives, providing guidance and connecting students with appropriate resources and opportunities.
• Coordinate the Office's participation in Admissions and enrollment events, including the development of displays, information tables, activities, and other programming that highlights the Office's programs and services for prospective and admitted students.
• Lead, coordinate, or support Office programs, initiatives, and events, as assigned, including direct responsibility for designated areas of the Office's programming.
• Serve on College committees and working groups and participate in institutional initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned/required.

Managerial and supervisory responsibilities:

• New Student Orientation Leaders
• Office Work Study

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or a related field preferred; bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in higher education or student affairs, with relevant experience in student activities, programming, orientation, or student engagement.
• Experience developing, implementing, assessing, and continuously improving student programs, activities, and initiatives.
• Background in advising and supporting student organizations, student leaders, and/or student programming boards.
• Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating student employees or student leaders.
• Knowledge of student development, leadership development, student engagement, orientation and transition programming.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive campus community and creating meaningful opportunities for students to connect, engage, and develop as leaders.
• Ability to reside on campus and maintain availability for programs and activities outside of traditional business hours.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends.

Additional Information:

Dean College is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, professional development, continuation of employment, and other terms and conditions of employment. The College prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in violation of applicable law or College policy.

Dean College is committed to maintaining a welcoming and respectful workplace and to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees.

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