MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

• A Master’s degree in Education, College Student Development, Counseling, Public Health, Social Work or a related degree is required.
• Qualified candidates will have a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs or other related fields for which this position provides oversight and/or works with closely including: Health/Wellness, Recreation, Counseling, Public Health, Crisis or Behavioral Intervention, Student Conduct and Community Standards; Support programs for first generation and/or under-resourced students.
• Strong management and supervisory skills; ability to mentor and develop staff, and the ability to work collaboratively; budget management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple, competing priorities; strong analytical skills and excellent communication skills are required.
• Possess the ability to respond to and manage student crises.
• Highest standards of integrity and ethics in both performance and behavior; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Strong commitment to, and understanding of, working with a diverse student population and as part of an inclusive campus environment.
• Understanding of college student development and critical issues facing college students.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Doctorate in Education, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or a terminal degree in a related field (e.g., MSW or a health-related profession; JD) is highly desirable.
• Active participation in professional associations.
• Experience working with high achieving diverse students.

CRITICAL SKILLS AND EXPERTISE:

• Strong management and supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and the ability to de-escalate emotionally distressed or agitated students or family members.
• Student-focused.
• Active listening skills and empathy.
• Highly organized and attention to detail.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate across a wide variety of disciplines.