Director of Student Events - Seattle Promise

Seattle Colleges District is looking to hire a Director of Student Events in Seattle Promise.

Salary Range for this position is $79,467 to $109,739 annually (depending on experience). The anticipated starting salary for this position is $90,000 annually.

Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin July 1st, 2026.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Sr. Director of Student Success for Seattle Promise, the Director of Student Events provides strategic, operational, and programmatic leadership for student-facing events and orientation experiences that advance Seattle Colleges and Seattle Promise's mission and strategic objectives. This position exercises discretion and independent judgment in the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of high-impact events that collectively serve 2,000 - 4,000 students annually across multiple campuses and community sites throughout Seattle.

The Director leads the design and delivery of a comprehensive portfolio of programs across the colleges and city, including:

Discover Seattle Colleges

Explore Seattle Colleges events

Seattle Promise Readiness Academy events

Campus Connect Orientation

Seattle Promise Graduate Reception

These events shape the institution and program's visibility, reputation, and student pipeline by engaging thousands of prospective and current students, families, educators, and community partners each year. The role requires strong collaboration with district and college leadership, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive, student-centered experiences aligned with institutional priorities.

As a visible member of the Seattle Promise team, the Director builds and sustains relationships with internal and external partners, including campus stakeholders, K-12 partners, community-based organizations, business leaders, public officials, and volunteers. The position also supports additional events and initiatives as assigned.

This position may supervise interns and student workers as necessary to support program needs.

Seattle Promise and this position are funded by the City of Seattle's Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy (FEPP) which has the goal of transforming the lives of Seattle's children, youth, and families by leading with race and social justice by providing Seattle residents access to educational opportunities from preschool through post-secondary. The FEPP Levy is currently funded through June 30, 2032.

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges:
North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:

* Competitive Pay Rates

* Promotional Opportunities

* Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans

* Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

* Transportation benefits

* Tuition Waivers

* PEBB Wellness Plan

* Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Application Procedures:

* Attached current Resume

* Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:

Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.

What you will be working on:

Strategic Leadership

* Lead the strategic development, expansion, and assessment of Seattle Promise student event and orientation programming aligned with program enrollment, access, and student success goals.

* Design innovative, equity-centered event experiences that support college awareness, onboarding, persistence, and completion for diverse student populations, building off a well-informed foundation of evidence and experience within the program.

* Partner with district and college leadership to align events with Seattle Colleges strategic plan and Seattle Promise priorities.

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