Student Experience Director

Posting Summary

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00047PO26 Job Family Student Enrichment Job Function Student Experience USC Market Title Student Experience Director Link to USC Market Title (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Job Level M2 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Student Experience Director Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division South Carolina Honors College Department HNRS South Carolina Honors College State Pay Range G11 USC Market Range MRI - $69,913 $ 87,391 $ 104,870 Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

* Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch.

* Hours per week is 37.5

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at  Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised

Job Summary

The Student Experience Director, with limited supervision from the Assistant Dean of Student Success, provides strategic, data-informed leadership for a comprehensive student experience program in the South Carolina Honors College. The director is responsible for strategic planning, budget oversight, research, and assessment for a comprehensive student experience model that supports Honors students' academic persistence, holistic well-being, leadership development, career preparation, and long-term success.

The Director trains and supervises several staff providing individualized, developmental guidance to students. The incumbent will serve an assigned number of students and fill in as needed during vacancies on the team. Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students.

Job Related Minimum Required

Education and Experience

* Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience directly supervising full-time staff positions, previous advising experience, and experience working with high ability students are preferred.

* Experience with Banner, Degree Works, EAB Navigate and Self-Service Carolina.

* Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

* The successful candidate will be well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills.

* Ability to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

* Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Program Management

Provides strategic oversight of the college's comprehensive student experience program. Collaborates with senior leadership to align coaching initiatives with college and institutional goals. Creates and implements an annual plan with strategic goals and initiatives. Responsible for annual budget creation and oversight. Creates and executes an assessment plan using data, dashboards, and assessment tools to evaluate student success outcomes. This should be used to improve the program and envision long-term goals and…