Director of Campus Engagement job in Crete

Position Title Director of Campus Engagement
Job Type Full Time - 12 months
Department Student Affairs
Job Location Crete, NE (68333)
Position Summary
Doane University, a liberal arts university with campuses located in Crete, Lincoln, and an Omaha Location invites applications for the position of Director of Campus Engagement on our Crete Campus. The Director of Campus Engagement provides leadership, strategic vision, and planning for a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services that drive co-curricular involvement for all Doane University students. The Director supports the mission of the institution and the Division of Student Affairs; promotes an active co-curricular experience for both residential (Crete campus) and nonresidential students (Lincoln campus and Omaha location); fosters the development of student organizations, their individual members, and advisors; contributes to student leadership development and connection to the larger Doane community, and; must possess a broad and deep understanding of national best practices and innovations to promote a robust co-curricular experience. Collaboration with multiple campus and community partners on all campuses is essential to achieve these outcomes.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are mission-imperative areas in the Doane community, and the director should be a leader in promoting an inclusive and equitable environment. Co-curricular programs must model an environment that supports students of all identities, worldviews, and backgrounds, while actively identifying and eliminating systemic barriers that have created disparities in outcomes for underrepresented students.

Doane University actively works to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all members to fulfill their potential, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the University. Doane University is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society. Following USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Doane is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.
FLSA Salaried (Exempt)
Minimum Required Education/Training Master’s degree
Minimum Required Experience (Years) 3 years
Minimum Experience Description
Degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a closely related field
3 – 5 years of full-time professional experience in Student Affairs or within a college/university setting.
Prior supervisory experience of full-time staff.
Experience advising student organizations, and the development of training and policies to support student organization success.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrated commitment to and support of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Demonstrated financial management skills, and the ability to develop and manage budgets.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking; listening; writing, including the ability to write comprehensive reports.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with a diverse population of constituents, including but not limited to, students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to work on multiple tasks at once.
Technology savvy, including community engagement platforms, leveraging branding and social media marketing strategies relevant to student engagement in the digital marketplace.
Self-starter and change-oriented.
Must be able to work effectively with high-energy college students.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Valid driver’s license
Preferred Experience Description
Preferred Education/Training Master’s degree
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
Physical/Environmental/Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Primarily 8 am – 5 pm, Monday – Friday. Some evening and weekend work is required, particularly during major campus events (Orientation, Welcome Weekend, Homecoming).
Travel Required No
Physical Requirements Light work
Outdoor Exposure Primarily exposed to indoor elements
Background Check Required Yes
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number STF072
Desired Start Date 07/01/2024

Open Until Filled Yes

This position will hold a July 1, 2024 start date. The pay is determined by experience but ranges from $53,000 – $58,000.