Director of Student Retention and Success

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S06098P Position Title Director of Student Retention and Success Functional Title Director of Student Success Department ECS Student Services Salary Range $90,000 - DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 11/19/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Desired Start Date 01/06/2025 Job Summary The Director of Student Success works in partnership with and as part of the Jonsson School Office of Undergraduate Affairs. The Director leads the development and implementation of high-impact student academic support programs across the undergraduate experience with the goal of increasing student engagement, persistence, resilience, engineering identity, and graduation rates. This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Success and works closely with the Director of Advising and the Assistant Dean of Assessment. Minimum Education and Experience PhD and 2 years development and implementation of new student success initiatives; Master's Degree and 4 years development and implementation of new student success initiatives. Preferred Education and Experience Ph.D. preferred; Five years of student success program leadership experience. Two years of leadership experience in developing and implementing high-impact, student success initiatives. Strong written and oral communication skills, public speaking, organizational skills, and proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Teams). Excellent leadership, supervisory, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills. Ability to work independently and take initiative while also functioning effectively as a team member. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement academic and student success interventions, workshops, and other programs aimed at facilitating the transition and success of ECS undergraduate students. Develop programming that supports the academic recovery and personal goals of undergraduate students. Monitor student academic performance and their persistence towards graduation and preparing and presenting reports. Develop trainings aimed at educating student leaders, faculty, and staff about the populations supported by the office and they ways in which they can support student transition. Provides leadership on student organizations and other engagement activities, including programming support for First Generation and low-income students. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student workers and other staff who provide academic, college, and personal support to ECS Undergraduate Students. Develop and manage programming intended to increase student engagement and sense of belonging. Assess the impact of programs for continuous improvement and goal achievement. Work effectively and collaborate with various campus offices, administrators, faculty, and staff. Engage in ongoing professional development. Participate in student recruiting/outreach events when needed. Propose and manage area budget. Develop and implement policies and procedures. Serve on Jonsson School and University committees (admissions continuity, scholarship). Provide presentations on services and opportunities for engagement. Other duties as assigned. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information REMOTE WORK FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY - After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options - approved by department All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. 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