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Director Of Student Activities and Orientation
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Position Number: 5627909
Location: Newton, MA
Position Type: Business - International Business

Director Of Student Activities and Orientation

Job Details
Job Location : Lasell University - Newton, MA
Position Type : Full Time
Education Level : Master's Degree
Salary Range : $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year
Job Category : Staff

Position Summary
JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Student Activities & New Student Orientation is a key leader in the Office of Student Activities and Orientation, which consists of three professional staff members. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs, the Director will provide vision, strategic oversight, and management of all aspects of student engagement. This includes programming, student organization support, new student orientation, leadership development, and student employment. The Director will utilize an integrated, developmental approach to campus life that complements and enhances the university's academic mission, supporting students from orientation through their undergraduate journey.

In alignment with Lasell's commitment to fostering an intellectually enriching and inclusive educational environment, the successful candidate will demonstrate competence and sensitivity in engaging with students and employees from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, ability, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, nationality, and religion.

Lasell seeks faculty and staff who appreciate the value diversity brings to a campus community and are eager to foster an inclusive environment here at the University. Employees who represent the various areas of diversity of our student body are key contributors to our strategic vision.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities. Lasell University has the right to add or change the job responsibilities at any time.

1. Leadership and Management:

Supervise the Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Coordinator of Student Activities, and student employees.
Oversee the operating budget for Student Activities, Orientation, New Student Programs, and Campus Activities Board, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
Develop short- and long-term strategic plans for student engagement that align with the college's Strategic Plan.
Participate in the divisional leadership team and contribute to overall student affairs strategy and operations.

2. Programming and Student Development:

Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive co- and extra-curricular student life program that complements the university's academic mission.
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to enhance student engagement, retention, and success.
Design and oversee major campus-wide programming, including Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend, Senior Week, and the annual Awards Banquet.
Assist with the planning and delivery of commencement activities and senior class events.
Develop, implement, and evaluate a four-year leadership curriculum, including programs like "Leadership Scholars," "Emerging Leaders," and IDS112X Leadership Through Student Engagement Course.

3. Student Clubs and Organizations:

Advise and support all recognized student clubs and organizations, including the Student Government Association (SGA).
Oversee and manage student organizations' initiatives, major campus-wide events, and collaborations with external partners, such as the American Cancer Society on Campus.
Coordinate the development of student engagement leaders to assist with key events like orientation and Welcome Weekend.

4. Orientation and New Student Programs:

Design, implement, and evaluate orientation programs for new students in summer, mid-year, and fall.
Serve as chair of the Orientation Committee and lead initiatives such as Welcome Weekend.
Work closely with student leaders to coordinate new student programs and provide a seamless transition experience for incoming students.

5. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating an accessible and welcoming learning environment.
Serve as a campus advocate for the needs of all students, with a focus on supporting neurodiverse students.
Demonstrate competence in working with a diverse community, fostering inclusive engagement opportunities.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or their designee.

Evening and weekend work is required, including attendance at student organization meetings and various events.

Office hours may be adjusted based on evening and weekend work requirements.

Tier Structure:

Subject to the completion of a Remote Work Agreement, this is a Tier 2 - Hybrid/flex position requiring on-campus work while allowing for some remote work as well.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position supervises a team of two employees.

Minimum Education level:

A master's degree in a related field (higher education; student development; counseling), and a minimum of 3 - 5 years pertinent, student activities experience are required.

Computer skills:
proficiency in Microsoft Office, event management software, competence in electronic modes of communication (including social media), and database management.

Other Requirements of the Job:

The preferred candidate will demonstrate an employment history of progressively increasing responsibilities (including supervisory experience). The candidate must have a thorough working knowledge, and commitment, to student development and learning outcomes theories. Preferred qualities include: the ability to lead and develop staff; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently; ability to anticipate problems and reconcile conflicts.

Core competencies: communication, fiscal management, managerial skills.

Lasell University offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including generous time off benefits, prominent health, dental and vision insurance, benefits for legal domestic partners, comprehensible tuition benefits, a strong 403B retirement plan, and much more.

Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.

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