Assistant Director for Student Engagement

Job Title:

Assistant Director for Student Engagement

Location:

Dalton State College

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

This position reports to the Director for Student Engagement and Belonging and is responsible for leading and advancing comprehensive co-curricular engagement experiences that foster connection, engagement, and belonging for all students. The Assistant Director provides direct advisement to the Campus Activities Board (CAB), leading the planning, implementation, and assessment of departmental sponsored programs and signature events while collaborating with campus departments, student organizations, and institutional partners to support a cohesive and engaging campus experience.

Serving as a campus-wide resource for co-curricular programming, this position promotes consistent event planning, marketing, attendance tracking, and assessment practices that enhance the visibility, quality, and impact of student engagement opportunities.

Minimum Annual Salary: $46,400/year

The position will remain open until filled.

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option:
  Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 Well-being rewards
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December holidays)
• USG Benefits

• Leads and advances a comprehensive co-curricular engagement strategy that promotes student connection, engagement, and belonging.
• Provides strategic leadership for campus-wide engagement initiatives, signature programs, and traditions that align with institutional priorities and the Roadrunner Experience framework.
• Develops and oversees an integrated annual engagement calendar in partnership with academic and administrative units to create a cohesive student experience.
• Consults with, trains, and supports campus stakeholders in best practices related to event planning, assessment, risk management, student engagement, and participation tracking.
• Directs assessment efforts and utilizes engagement analytics to evaluate effectiveness, identify trends, and inform continuous improvement initiatives.
• Chairs the Homecoming Committee and provides leadership for cross-divisional planning and…