Northwestern University
Executive Director of Campus Life
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
Department:
Student EngagementSalary/Grade:
EXS/12
Priority application deadline is September 6, 2024.The Campus Life Office
facilitates transformative experiences for students, helping them explore their potential, engage in community, and contribute toward a more just and equitable world. Student organizations, campus-wide programming, and fraternity and sorority life create vital social connections, support holistic student development, promote mental health and well-being, and enhance the overall campus experience, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive community for all. Learn more about Campus Life
here .About Student Affairs:
By pursuing justice, equity, and belonging, Student Affairs cultivates student programs, services, and skills; disrupts barriers; and partners across Northwestern and neighboring communities to create an inclusive culture in which all students can thrive. Learn more about the Division of Student Affairs
here .Job Summary:The Executive Director of Campus Life must possess a passion for the development of college students, exhibited in the day-to-day operations of the office and the varied work schedule, including nights and weekends. The Executive Director provides guidance and support to student leaders in their governance and advocacy efforts. They support fraternity and sorority life student leaders in developing a strong, values-driven fraternity and sorority life community that prioritizes inclusivity, student development, responsibility, leadership, and social engagement. Additionally, the Executive Director supports student organization leaders in delivering strong, engaging campus-wide programs and traditions that enrich the student experience and foster a vibrant campus community. They should possess knowledge and experience in developing policies related to student organizations, ensuring alignment with university standards and enhancing the effectiveness of these groups. The Executive Director must be energetic, creative, forward-thinking, a problem-solver, and committed to the connection, engagement, and development of student leaders.The Executive Director is responsible for setting a clear vision for the Campus Life team, fostering professional growth, and supporting the morale of the department. By developing and supporting their staff, the Executive Director ensures a cohesive, motivated, and highly skilled team dedicated to enhancing the student experience at Northwestern. Excellent supervision, fiscal management, communication, advising, and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to outstanding student service, a desire to mentor, and teamwork, are essential.Relationship building across campus and engagement with various stakeholder groups are key responsibilities for the Executive Director. Representing Campus Life on both the Student Affairs Leadership Team (SALT) and the Operations and Services Leadership Team, the Executive Director will have a major impact on the enhancement and coordination of student life, building a sense of community through meaningful university-wide events and increasing student-learning experiences outside the classroom. The Executive Director participates in and leads various committees, advocating for the needs of students. To accomplish these responsibilities, the Executive Director needs exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, along with strong collaboration and networking abilities to engage effectively with various stakeholder groups and foster a cohesive and vibrant university community.Please note: Some evening and weekend hours will be required.Pay:
The salary range for this Executive Director position is $125,000 to 140,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and internal equity.Principal Accountabilities:Provide leadership, oversight, policy development, and strategic planning for a comprehensive co-curricular experience for Campus Life units: Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Organizations & Activities. Align, update, and implement the department's strategic vision and champion the work within Campus Life.Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, training, development, supervision, and support for nine professional staff (two direct reports - two directors), graduate assistants, and student employees/interns ensuring a supportive and growth-oriented high-performing team.Establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with student government, student leaders, student organization advisors, student affairs, academic affairs, facilities management, risk management, general counsel, university police, and other campus and community partners.Champion the co-curricular experience through establishing and maintaining policies, support services, and programs for 400+ registered student clubs and organizations.Provide support, in partnership with the Director of SOA, to the Associated Student Government (ASG), offering strategic guidance and support to student leaders in their governance and advocacy efforts.Provide leadership and support for major campus programming and signature events such as: NU Nights, Dance Marathon, Greek Build, Dillo Day, AO Concerts, Museum Partnerships, Winter Carnival, and the SOA Passport program.In partnership with the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, oversee the collaborative work with Greek letter/fraternal national organizations.Assure compliance of assigned fiscal operations and performance contracts consistent with departmental and university policies and procedures.Build and maintain relationships across campus and engage with various stakeholder groups to enhance and coordinate student life.Minimum Qualifications:Eight to ten years of experience in student activities, leadership development, fraternity/sorority life, college union or related area with senior management or progressive levels of responsibilities.Master's degree required. Preferred areas of specialization include: Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel Administration, Counseling or other related fields.Significant experience as an innovative leader managing personnel, budgeting and finance, assessing programs and services.Possess knowledge and experience in developing policies related to student organizations.Demonstrated experience in program development, including learning/program outcomes.Experience with student organization advising, training, travel, and financial management.Experience supervising senior professional staff.Experience with national or local Greek letter organizations.Minimum Competencies:Demonstrated record of building teams and partnerships with colleagues and key stakeholder groups to accomplish goals.Experience designing programs for and with diverse student and employee populations.Strong communication and interpersonal competencies.Demonstrated ability to function effectively in high-paced work environments.Proven competence in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.Budget and fiscal management.Outstanding written, public speaking, and interpersonal communications skills.Collaborative and diplomatic relationship style; promotes respect and practice of civility in the workplace.Proven experience working collaboratively and effectively with individuals from a variety of cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice.Preferred Qualifications:PhD, EdD, or other terminal degree in higher education, business, student affairs administration, or other related field.Certifications in leadership and/or harm reduction initiatives.Understanding of educational environments at highly selective institutions.Preferred Competencies:Previous experience leading and implementing a strategic vision for a department.Skills in counseling, crisis management, conflict resolution.Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more! Visit us at
here
to learn more.Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities. Visit us at
here
to learn more.Professional Growth and Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances. Visit us at
here
to learn more.The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami, and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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Student EngagementSalary/Grade:
EXS/12
Priority application deadline is September 6, 2024.The Campus Life Office
facilitates transformative experiences for students, helping them explore their potential, engage in community, and contribute toward a more just and equitable world. Student organizations, campus-wide programming, and fraternity and sorority life create vital social connections, support holistic student development, promote mental health and well-being, and enhance the overall campus experience, ensuring a vibrant and inclusive community for all. Learn more about Campus Life
here .About Student Affairs:
By pursuing justice, equity, and belonging, Student Affairs cultivates student programs, services, and skills; disrupts barriers; and partners across Northwestern and neighboring communities to create an inclusive culture in which all students can thrive. Learn more about the Division of Student Affairs
here .Job Summary:The Executive Director of Campus Life must possess a passion for the development of college students, exhibited in the day-to-day operations of the office and the varied work schedule, including nights and weekends. The Executive Director provides guidance and support to student leaders in their governance and advocacy efforts. They support fraternity and sorority life student leaders in developing a strong, values-driven fraternity and sorority life community that prioritizes inclusivity, student development, responsibility, leadership, and social engagement. Additionally, the Executive Director supports student organization leaders in delivering strong, engaging campus-wide programs and traditions that enrich the student experience and foster a vibrant campus community. They should possess knowledge and experience in developing policies related to student organizations, ensuring alignment with university standards and enhancing the effectiveness of these groups. The Executive Director must be energetic, creative, forward-thinking, a problem-solver, and committed to the connection, engagement, and development of student leaders.The Executive Director is responsible for setting a clear vision for the Campus Life team, fostering professional growth, and supporting the morale of the department. By developing and supporting their staff, the Executive Director ensures a cohesive, motivated, and highly skilled team dedicated to enhancing the student experience at Northwestern. Excellent supervision, fiscal management, communication, advising, and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to outstanding student service, a desire to mentor, and teamwork, are essential.Relationship building across campus and engagement with various stakeholder groups are key responsibilities for the Executive Director. Representing Campus Life on both the Student Affairs Leadership Team (SALT) and the Operations and Services Leadership Team, the Executive Director will have a major impact on the enhancement and coordination of student life, building a sense of community through meaningful university-wide events and increasing student-learning experiences outside the classroom. The Executive Director participates in and leads various committees, advocating for the needs of students. To accomplish these responsibilities, the Executive Director needs exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, along with strong collaboration and networking abilities to engage effectively with various stakeholder groups and foster a cohesive and vibrant university community.Please note: Some evening and weekend hours will be required.Pay:
The salary range for this Executive Director position is $125,000 to 140,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and internal equity.Principal Accountabilities:Provide leadership, oversight, policy development, and strategic planning for a comprehensive co-curricular experience for Campus Life units: Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Organizations & Activities. Align, update, and implement the department's strategic vision and champion the work within Campus Life.Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, training, development, supervision, and support for nine professional staff (two direct reports - two directors), graduate assistants, and student employees/interns ensuring a supportive and growth-oriented high-performing team.Establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with student government, student leaders, student organization advisors, student affairs, academic affairs, facilities management, risk management, general counsel, university police, and other campus and community partners.Champion the co-curricular experience through establishing and maintaining policies, support services, and programs for 400+ registered student clubs and organizations.Provide support, in partnership with the Director of SOA, to the Associated Student Government (ASG), offering strategic guidance and support to student leaders in their governance and advocacy efforts.Provide leadership and support for major campus programming and signature events such as: NU Nights, Dance Marathon, Greek Build, Dillo Day, AO Concerts, Museum Partnerships, Winter Carnival, and the SOA Passport program.In partnership with the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, oversee the collaborative work with Greek letter/fraternal national organizations.Assure compliance of assigned fiscal operations and performance contracts consistent with departmental and university policies and procedures.Build and maintain relationships across campus and engage with various stakeholder groups to enhance and coordinate student life.Minimum Qualifications:Eight to ten years of experience in student activities, leadership development, fraternity/sorority life, college union or related area with senior management or progressive levels of responsibilities.Master's degree required. Preferred areas of specialization include: Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel Administration, Counseling or other related fields.Significant experience as an innovative leader managing personnel, budgeting and finance, assessing programs and services.Possess knowledge and experience in developing policies related to student organizations.Demonstrated experience in program development, including learning/program outcomes.Experience with student organization advising, training, travel, and financial management.Experience supervising senior professional staff.Experience with national or local Greek letter organizations.Minimum Competencies:Demonstrated record of building teams and partnerships with colleagues and key stakeholder groups to accomplish goals.Experience designing programs for and with diverse student and employee populations.Strong communication and interpersonal competencies.Demonstrated ability to function effectively in high-paced work environments.Proven competence in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.Budget and fiscal management.Outstanding written, public speaking, and interpersonal communications skills.Collaborative and diplomatic relationship style; promotes respect and practice of civility in the workplace.Proven experience working collaboratively and effectively with individuals from a variety of cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice.Preferred Qualifications:PhD, EdD, or other terminal degree in higher education, business, student affairs administration, or other related field.Certifications in leadership and/or harm reduction initiatives.Understanding of educational environments at highly selective institutions.Preferred Competencies:Previous experience leading and implementing a strategic vision for a department.Skills in counseling, crisis management, conflict resolution.Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more! Visit us at
here
to learn more.Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities. Visit us at
here
to learn more.Professional Growth and Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances. Visit us at
here
to learn more.The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami, and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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