| Department: | Campus Life The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to social responsibility, lifelong learning, and cultivating an environment that values Inclusive Excellence and cultural and ethnic diversity amongst its staff and students. With strong programs in the humanities and arts, UMBC is well known nationally for its success in educating minority and female students in sciences, technology, engineering and math. Specific information about UMBC can be found at www.umbc.edu. |
| Responsibilities: | Main Purpose of the Position: The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs. The Director provides strategic, administrative, operational, and budgetary direction to all units included in the Campus Life Department including Student Engagement, Marketing and Promotion, Design and Print Production, Event and Conference Services, and Facility Operations. The Director provides direct supervision to 4 full-time staff and indirect supervision to over 30 full-time and contingent staff. The director also provides indirect supervision to over 200 student staff. Description of Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Supervision - Provides direct supervision to three Exempt and one Non-Exempt full-time staff including the Associate Director for Student Engagement, the Associate Director for Marketing and Promotion, the Associate Director for Operations, and the Office Manager.
- Serves as a member of the Student Affairs Committee
- Participates in appropriate University and Student Affairs committees
- Represents UMBC, Student Affairs, and Campus Life at University recruiting, community outreach and alumni events.
- Works collaboratively with the VPSA to manage crisis situations involving students, student organizations, and internal and external events.
- Establishment and implementation of long-term planning, development and execution of annual goals and objectives including a diversity action plan, and assessment of programs, services, and activities.
Fiscal - Develops and manages an annual budget of 5M
- Works collaboratively with the Vice President for Student Affairs, Director for Student Affairs Business Services and Student Activity Fee Review Board to facilitate the development, review, and approval of the Student Activity Fee.
- Works collaboratively with the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and other auxiliary funded departmental directors to propose, request, and manage the annual Campus Engagement Fee revenue.
- Monitors income and expenditures within the department and supervises appropriate staff regarding procurement responsibilities.
- Maintains appropriate financial reserves for investment and long-term facility needs while assuring the general and financial condition of the Commons facility.
Partnership and Relationship Development - Engages regularly and meaningfully with students, both formally through student governance and informally through student programming, responding to student needs and concerns, and facilitating students' involvement in the life of the campus.
- Foster collaborations with academic and non-academic units and programs including, but not limited to Undergraduate Academic Affairs, The College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences, The College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, The College of Engineering and Information Technology, the Division of Information Technology, Enrollment Management, the Office of Institutional Advancement, UMBC Police, Athletics and Recreation.
Outcomes and Assessment Works in collaboration with the campus life leadership team to: - Develop and provide guidance on the execution of departmental goals and objectives in alignment with Divisional vision and mission, and the University Strategic Plan.
- Oversee the coordination and execution of departmental assessment and research plan.
- Oversees the coordination and execution of the Diversity Action Plan.
- Coordinates development and submission of the annual report.
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: | - Master's Degree in Student Personnel Services, Education, Business Administration or a related field
- Seven years of successful and progressive management experience in higher education administration, specifically in student life/student activities and/or student union management
- Three years of supervision and management experience connected to professional staff
- Experience understanding fee-based budgets and managing budgets of $1 million or more
- Experience with and commitment to working with a diverse, multicultural population
- Visionary, creative and innovative leader who demonstrates use of cutting-edge best practices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a team oriented work style and the demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with various faculty, staff and students throughout the campus community
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| Preferred Qualifications: | - Doctorate in Student Personnel Services, Education, Business Administration or a related field
- Five years of supervision and management experience connected to professional staff
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| Background Screening Statement: | A background check will be required. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | UMBC has retained Higher Talent Executive Search to manage the recruitment process. Candidates will complete comprehensive reference and background checks. Interested candidates should direct inquiries to Mindy Cohen at ms@highertalentinc.com, or call 561-709-5410. |
| Screening of Applications Begins: | For best consideration submit application materials by February 25, 2022 (applications will be accepted until the position is filled). |
| Salary: | Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Type: | Regular |
| FLSA Status: | Exempt |
| COVID-19 Vaccination: | The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMBC, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMBC, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required at the start of employment. Further information is available at: https://covid19.umbc.edu/vaccine/ |
| Benefits: | UMBC offers a benefits package for regular and grant-funded regular employees including generous leave, excellent health, life, and disability insurance, retirement plans, tuition remission, on-site preschool, and numerous professional development and wellness opportunities. Contingent II positions may include some benefits. Please note the Type and FLSA Status above to determine the benefits offered for this position. |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: | UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: | As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
| Accommodation: | If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
| Work Authorization: | As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |
