Director Student Affairs

Position Overview

Director of Student Affairs

Compensation: $80,000-87,000 per year

The Director of Student Affairs provides strategic leadership, vision, and direction for programs and services that support student success, engagement, and well-being. This position oversees a variety of areas, such as student services, leadership development, student organizations, academic support programs, and compliance with institutional policies and procedures. The Director works collaboratively with campus stakeholders, including academic departments, faculty, staff, and students, to create an inclusive, student-centered environment that fosters academic and personal growth. This position reports to the Campus President.

In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, Concorde is happy to provide the following Benefits You'll Love -

Tuition Waiver : Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses

Paid Time Off : Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)

Retirement Matching : 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days

Paid Parental Leave : 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby

Competitive Insurance : Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents

Pet Insurance : Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA

Health Plan Enrollment : Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

What You'll Do

Develop and implement comprehensive programs and services to support student engagement, retention, and success Proactively engage change management strategies to deliver programs and services

Establish and evaluate policies and procedures to enhance the student experience

Provide guidance and oversight for the Student Affairs team and manage department budgets

Direct the business development process to increase community resources, job leads and externship sites

Track and achieve daily/weekly run rates for placements, job lead development and re-entry activities

Identify goals and vision for department to guide individuals and teams

Acquire and apply up-to-date information from student services, education and healthcare industries to meet business objectives Align the organization with the local business community to support priorities, and embrace change

Coordinate resources and arrange organizational systems

Oversee campus programs and activities related to student development, leadership, and diversity initiatives Support student organizations, clubs, and governance bodies by providing mentorship and resources

Advocate for student needs, addressing issues and providing resources for conflict resolution

Responsible for creating an environment that engages staff, and provides quality student relationships and professional development, while developing purposeful relationships within the local health care community

Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, including Title IX, ADA, and FERPA. Manage reporting processes for incidents related to student conduct, academic integrity, and campus safety

Serve as a liaison between students and administration, promoting transparency and open communication Partner with academic departments and other campus units to provide comprehensive student support services

Represent the institution in external and internal forums related to student affairs

Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics

Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements

Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education and Human Sciences or related field (required)

Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Student Affairs, Student Services, Graduate Employment/Career Services, or Education Management Services such as Admissions, Financial Aid or Academic Affairs

Skills:

Experience with student management platforms like Campus Nexus (preferred)

Experience in training, professional development, and performance management

Facilitates regular, meaningful two-way communication

Identify trends and track key metrics to determine overall effectiveness of initiatives and support of business goals and adjust strategies accordingly

Capability to develop long-term plans for student affairs

Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do

Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Present ideas in a clear and compelling manner, both verbally and in written format

Exceptional listening and conflict resolution skills

Openness to adopting new technologies, approaches, and methods for career services delivery, especially in response to evolving workforce demands

Drive, and be accountable for, results in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment:

This position is designated as on campus.

Travel Requirements: Local and/or Overnight up to 15%

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Develop and implement comprehensive programs and services to support student engagement, retention, and success Proactively engage change management strategies to deliver programs and services

Establish and evaluate policies and procedures to enhance the student experience

Provide guidance and oversight for the Student Affairs team and manage department budgets

Direct the business development process to increase community resources, job leads and externship sites

Track and achieve daily/weekly run rates for placements, job lead development and re-entry activities

Identify goals and vision for department to guide individuals and teams

Acquire and apply up-to-date information from student services, education and healthcare industries to meet business objectives Align the organization with the local business community to support priorities, and embrace change

Coordinate resources and arrange organizational systems

Oversee campus programs and activities related to student development, leadership, and diversity initiatives Support student organizations, clubs, and governance bodies by providing mentorship and resources

Advocate for student needs, addressing issues and providing resources for conflict resolution

Responsible for creating an environment that engages staff, and provides quality student relationships and professional development, while developing purposeful relationships within the local health care community

Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, including Title IX, ADA, and FERPA. Manage reporting processes for incidents related to student conduct, academic integrity, and campus safety

Serve as a liaison between students and administration, promoting transparency and open communication Partner with academic departments and other campus units to provide comprehensive student support services

Represent the institution in external and internal forums related to student affairs

Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics

Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements

Other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education and Human Sciences or related field (required)

Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Student Affairs, Student Services, Graduate Employment/Career Services, or Education Management Services such as Admissions, Financial Aid or Academic Affairs

Skills:

Experience with student management platforms like Campus Nexus (preferred)

Experience in training, professional development, and performance management

Facilitates regular, meaningful two-way communication

Identify trends and track key metrics to determine overall effectiveness of initiatives and support of business goals and adjust strategies accordingly

Capability to develop long-term plans for student affairs

Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do

Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Present ideas in a clear and compelling manner, both verbally and in written format

Exceptional listening and conflict resolution skills

Openness to adopting new technologies, approaches, and methods for career services delivery, especially in response to evolving workforce demands

Drive, and be accountable for, results in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment:

This position is designated as on campus.

Travel Requirements: Local and/or Overnight up to 15%

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