Job Description

Overview:

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.

The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge." We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

Job Responsibilities:

Overview:

The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership develops programs, services, and experiences designed to facilitate and maximize students' involvement, success, and sense of belonging at the University. This includes the development, organization, and assessment of inclusive and comprehensive co-curricular student opportunities.

As the leader of the Student Engagement and Leadership team, the Director is responsible for the overall management of the operations of the office as well as student transitions and leadership development programs. The director is a caring and innovative professional who contributes to our institutional commitment of fostering an inclusive and equitable community of learning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Departmental Leadership (80%)

• Supervise the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership

• Responsible for oversight of approximately 55% of clubs and organizations including purchasing, check-ins, audits for good standing, and policy adherence.

• Provide leadership and direction for departmental initiatives that support the university's mission, Fisher Creed, University goals and foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for all students

• Establish learning outcomes and assessment for student engagement and leadership

• Work to fulfill strategic plan initiatives in the areas of student engagement and leadership

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and assessment of University-wide programming, e.g. Orientation, Family Weekend, Senior Week.

• Manage the budgets for the office, orientation, and Student Government Association

• Grow meaningful student engagement in alignment with University goals and strategic plan initiatives

• Assume responsibility for leadership development including:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive leadership program

• Advise and support the leadership development of Student Government Association and meet weekly with board members of SGA

• Provide relevant trainings throughout the academic year for student organization leaders

• Gather feedback and compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to assess the achievement of program goals, and the effectiveness of programmatic efforts

• Advise and support the SGA Finance Committee and Campus Review Board ( CRB )

• Provide individualized coaching for emerging student leaders

• Develop leadership training for Orientation leaders

• Orientation Team leadership development

• Develop regular training, resources, and communication for club advisors

Departmental Responsibilities (10%)

• Serve as a point of contact for student organizations

• Serve as a campus resource, promote understanding of and engage campus in conversations related to engagement and leadership, including convocation presentations, open houses and Great Beginnings, etc.

• Assist team with program planning, logistics, and staffing for departmental events and initiatives including Commencement

• Management of the Cardinal HUB in conjunction with department staff

• Assess programs regularly and utilize the results for program improvement, learning outcomes, and collaboration with campus constituents

• Assist in developing Senior Week activities

• Lead annual review of policies and procedures

Other Administrative (10%)

• Attend departmental and division meetings

• Meet weekly with direct reports

• Attend weekly individual meetings with supervisor

• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Education / Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree

• Three years of experience in student engagement/student activities or equivalent

• Prior supervision experience

Preferred:

• Master's degree

Competencies / Skills:

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives independently

• Established pattern of high attention to detail

• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Experience with student activities and leadership development

• Effective human relations skills and a thorough understanding of student development

• Strong desire to build relationships with students, colleagues, and university partners

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, including the ability to engage one-on-one and in public forums

• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

• Demonstrated history of working with integrity and sound judgment, as well as the ability to make difficult decisions

Supervision of Employees:

• Direct supervision of Assistant Director and Associate Director

• Direct and indirect supervision of student workers

Work Hours:

Generally M-F 8:30am-4:30pm. Hours may be flexed to accommodate evening meetings with student groups and weekend programming. Occassional extended hours, some weekends, and special events.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.

The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).

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