Assistant Director of Student Cultural Engagement

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

About the role

At Bethel, belonging is more than a feeling. It’s created through relationships, meaningful experiences, and people who take the time to listen, connect, and care. As our Assistant Director of Student Cultural Engagement, you’ll help students from a wide range of backgrounds find connection, discover community, and thrive at Bethel.

You’ll build relationships, champion student voices, support student leaders, and create experiences that help students know they matter and have a place here. Whether you’re working with commuter and PSEO students, intercultural student organizations, or students who may feel less connected to campus, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their Bethel experience.

This is an in-person role on our campus in Arden Hills, MN. Day, evening and some weekend work is required to support student events. The starting salary for this position is $55,000 - $58,000 annually, based on experience.

What you'll do

Our Assistant Director of Student Cultural Engagement provides leadership that helps shape a vibrant, engaging, and development-focused student experience at Bethel University. This role supports the personal, academic, and leadership growth of our students involved with our Kingdom Culture groups, as well as commuter and Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) students.

Sharing responsibilities within Student Life, this role provides advising, mentoring, and program oversight while serving as a connector between students and university resources, helping students navigate Bethel, while also advocating for structures, programs, and experiences that support their thriving and belonging.

Primary responsibilities

• Develop and implement engagement strategies that foster belonging, connection, and community among PSEO, commuter, multi-cultural, and other assigned student populations. Develop and coordinate programs, events, and opportunities that respond to the needs and interests of assigned student populations.
• Build intentional relationships with students through regular one-on-one connections, group meetings, community gatherings, and informal engagement. Develop and support student-centered spaces, traditions, and experiences that foster community and connection, including the Cultural Connections Center and The Underground (a large event space).
• Regularly assess student engagement and belonging and use student feedback and institutional data to inform programs and priorities. Support Welcome Week each fall.
• Serve as a primary advisor and institutional resource for Kingdom Culture (intercultural clubs and organizations) and other assigned student organizations and communities. Advise student leaders in leadership development, event planning and processes, communication, and collaboration.
• Support students in developing programs and…