Student Affairs Specialist -LEAD

Job Title:

Student Affairs Specialist – LEAD (Leadership Development Specialist)

City:
West Lafayette, IN

This role supports the mission of the Leadership and Professional Development Department (LEAD) within the Roger

C. Stewart Office of Student Leadership, Engagement and Community (SLEC). The Student Affairs Specialist is a key resource to students and university staff, building and managing partnerships across SLEC, Student Life, and the broader university to strengthen student leadership initiatives. The position designs and delivers both in‑person and virtual learning experiences, including workshops, retreats, experiential programs, mentoring, and coaching for student leaders.

The role also supports the development of new programs within the Executive Leadership Initiative, advancing leadership competencies in higher levels of student development.

• Design and facilitate workshops, retreats, and experiential learning experiences for student leaders.

• Manage mentoring and coaching initiatives for student leaders.

• Develop and implement new programs within the Executive Leadership Initiative.

• Partner with SLEC, Student Life, and other university units to support student leadership initiatives.

• Analyze and resolve complex or sensitive issues independently and efficiently.

• Work effectively with individuals from varied cultural, political, and geographic backgrounds.

Note:

The position is student‑facing and requires evening and weekend hours; remote work is not available.

• • Bachelor’s Degree
• • Two (2) years of professional experience providing direct student service in higher education

• Strong interpersonal and rapport‑building skills, including excellent written, verbal, and presentation abilities
• Foundational knowledge of student development theories and practices
• Experience planning, implementing, and assessing educational and outreach programs
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex or sensitive issues independently and efficiently
• Working knowledge of policies and procedures related to student services
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from varied cultural, political, and geographic backgrounds
• Skill in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with campus partners, student groups, and colleagues
• Strong judgment in communication, including maintaining confidentiality and navigating sensitive situations in compliance with ADA, FERPA, and other applicable regulations
• Knowledge of college student development issues and commitment to ongoing professional learning in student affairs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with appropriate and ethical use of AI tools in a professional setting
• Flexibility to adapt to varying work assignments and schedules, including evenings and weekends

• Master’s degree in higher education, college student development, student affairs counseling, student personnel services, communication, leadership studies, or a related field

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• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA:
  Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:
  Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream:
Professional 2

Pay Band: S055
Job Code #
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