Assistant Director for Student Experiences

Overview

Assistant Director for Student Experiences (residential focus) leads the Experience VT initiative within the residence halls, as part of the Residential Well-being model. This role supports the Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL) team to provide engaging experiences for students, including services to unique residential populations and helping students transition to off-campus living. The position oversees a team of four Experience VT Residential Well-being Coordinators and collaborates with Student Leaders to foster meaningful engagement for Virginia Tech’s 35,000+ students (including approximately 9,300 on-campus residents).

• Develop and implement a vision for Experience VT in the residence halls and deliver engagement plans through Experience VT Coordinators and Student Leaders.
• Lead and supervise Experience VT-related efforts across residence halls, including training for Student Leaders to promote social engagement aligned with the pillars (Traditions, Transitions, Navigating VT, Connection).
• Connect residents with off-campus opportunities, community partnerships, and resources to support successful transitions to off-campus living and ongoing engagement.
• Collect and analyze data to assess district needs and identify opportunities to strengthen the residential experience and support continued engagement off campus.
• Propose changes to community and student leader expectations to improve student success and well-being during residence hall tenure and in transition to broader VT and Blacksburg communities.
• Support SECL programs through departmental events and oversee VIP Experiences.
• Contribute to the development of training and programming for Residential Student Leaders or SECL student staff members.

• Required:
  
  Master’s degree in higher education or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with campus student engagement and understanding of the residential student experience.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff or graduate/student employees.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, including student belonging and mattering.
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing campus programming.
• Ability to analyze and interpret local and national data trends impacting the student experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with diverse campus populations.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with diverse campus populations.

• Creativity in identifying, brainstorming, implementing, and evaluating programs to foster welcoming communities and belonging.
• Proficiency with data collection tools and experience turning findings into program recommendations.
• Ability to respond effectively to crises.
• Experience working with students in a complex educational setting.
• Experience developing curriculum or training content for Residential Student Leaders or SECL staff.
• Ability to analyze and interpret local and national data trends that impact the student experience and implement solutions for Residential Well-Being.

• Pay Band: N/A
• Overtime Status:
  Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
• Appointment Type:
  Regular
• Salary Information: $58,000 - $68,000
• Hours per week: 40
• Review Date: 7/27/2026

• The selected candidate is required to have a criminal and a driver’s check.

Virginia Tech emphasizes Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). It is a comprehensive land‑grant institution with a broad range of programs and campuses, dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and inclusion. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse student body and maintains a significant presence across Virginia and beyond. Virginia Tech conducts substantial research annually.

Student Affairs fosters a community where each student creates a tailored experience. We seek candidates who embrace our Principles of Community and are committed to student well-being and ensuring that all students Experience VT. We encourage professional development and shared governance opportunities within the university.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be directed to the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education. If you require accommodations, contact the designated individual prior to the event.