Executive Director of University College

Executive Director of University College Position Information

Position Title:

Executive Director of University College

Job Description:

Reports directly to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management and/or designee. The Executive Director of University College provides leadership in developing and implementing policy initiatives and programs to support students during their transition into the university, through completion of general education course requirements and/or a combination of their degree. The role collaborates with academic departments, enrollment management, and student life to support student success, helping students graduate on time and acquire necessary skills for college and beyond.

The Executive Director also supports the University’s Quality Enhancement Plan, focusing on persistence, retention, and graduation.

General Statement of Duties:
Perform and provide oversight of University College and its units, including Upward Bound I and II. The individual has oversight of the Academic Advising Center, Student Success and Retention, ADA /Disability Services, Developmental Studies Program, the Emerging Scholars Program and New Student Orientation.

• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and staff in addressing the learning needs, academic performance, and retention/persistence of students, especially first and second year students;
• Participate in campus committees and departmental meetings to be a resource for faculty in identifying/meeting students’ academic needs;
• Work with campus entities on a campus-wide retention program to build programming which supports student development, student satisfaction, and student persistence to graduation, especially with first and second year students;
• Manage an early alert/academic warning system in collaboration with the Offices of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisement, Residential Life, Information Technology, Registrar, Enrollment Management, etc.;
• Schedule and administer academic advising services;
• Schedule and supervise academic planning, course selection and Academic Map;
• Monitor student records in accordance with FERPA;
• Coordinate services to students with disabilities;
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management.

Provide direct supervision to University College comprised of Directors, Coordinators, Staff, Coaches and students of the following units:
Upward Bound I and II, Academic Advising Center, Student Success and Retention, ADA /Disability Services, Developmental Studies Program, the Emerging Scholars Program and New Student Orientation.

Master’s degree required in counseling, student personnel services, higher education administration, or a related field; strong working knowledge of student development theory and administration; demonstrated knowledge of current research, theory and best practices of student retention programs; demonstrated evidence of strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work with and secure support from external partners; excellent oral and written communication skills which facilitate positive interactions with varying levels of the university’s staff, faculty and students;

at least five (5) years of progressive responsible experience in higher education and/or academic support services as well as an extensive background in one or more of the following areas: teaching/counseling; programming aimed at retention of students and delivery of learning assistance programs; must possess leadership and management skills; demonstrate extensive knowledge and good judgement in matters of college policy and procedures;

knowledge in strategic planning; understands teaching and learning and the use of different pedagogical techniques to improve student-learning; knowledge of assessment strategies to rate, analyze and improve performance; excellent interpersonal skills which facilitate working relationships with all constituencies of the university; occasional monitoring and training of student employees as departmental activities may require on a project-by-project basis; ability to manage key areas of responsibility and serve as a liaison to Academic Affairs;

must be computer literate and skilled in data analysis to make data-driven decisions; and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management.

Terminal degree; experience with Banner and EAB Navigate;

Posting Number: SF871P

Open Date 03/09/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Please include 3 letters of recommendation with your application.