Associate Director of Student Engagement

Overview

Quinnipiac University invites applications for an Associate Director of Student Engagement to help shape a vibrant and inclusive campus community through leadership development, student organizations, and orientation programs. In this highly visible leadership role, you will inspire student involvement by advising student leaders and organizations, fostering leadership development, and creating opportunities that enhance the overall student experience. You will oversee student organization operations, provide strategic guidance to branches of the Student Government Association, and partner with colleagues across the University to develop engaging programs that cultivate belonging, leadership, and community.

As a key member of the Office of Student Engagement leadership team, you will also direct the University's Orientation Leader program, overseeing the recruitment, training, and supervision of student leaders who play a vital role in welcoming new students to Quinnipiac. Working collaboratively with campus partners, you will contribute to initiatives that promote student success, engagement, and institutional pride while helping to advance the University's mission and strategic priorities.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a student affairs professional who thrives in a fast-paced, student-centered environment and is committed to developing inclusive programs, mentoring student leaders, and making a lasting impact on the Quinnipiac community.

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences.

Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles - including a 2023 NCAA national championship win in men's ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review.

The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the core values that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.

• We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner.
• We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
• We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together.

These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, Tik Tok and X.

• Provides supervision, evaluation, and coaching to the Assistant Director of Student Engagement, a part-time Finance Assistant, and graduate assistants
• Approves expenditures and manages assigned budgets and related fiscal tasks in accordance with university policy
• Advises branches of the Student Government Association (SGA) in partnership with the Director of Student Engagement, supports individual student media organizations, and serves in a management role for Student Engagement in the Director’s absence

• Serves as Chair of the Student Organization Event Management Committee and approves student organization events in accordance with Campus Life philosophy and university practices
• Develops, administers, and reviews key student organization systems and policies, including recognition/reactivation, Bobcat Central, and leadership and event training for members, officers, and advisors
• Supervises the Org Finance team, supporting organizations with budgeting, spending, and financial management/reporting in line with university policies
• Develops annual involvement opportunities each semester, and serves as liaison to service, spiritual, cultural, and media organizations to ensure consistent standards
• Collaborates with the Office of Belonging on the Multicultural Student Leadership Council, and supports cultural, identity, and spiritual organizations through retreats, meetings, and workshops

• Conceives, develops, and…