Temporary Interim Assistant Director of Student Engagement (P/T*) (Re-Announcement)

POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title

Temporary Interim Assistant Director of Student Engagement (P/T*) (Re-Announcement)

Department

Honors College

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in any academic discipline represented at the College of Charleston. Commitment to sharing theories of justice and equity essential. Priority will be given to persons with experience in an honors college. Experience with first-year programming highly desired. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population; working knowledge of computing, i.e. word processing, database management, website/blog/learning management platforms, survey software; ability to identify, develop, and implement goals and activities that benefit the College of Charleston, the Honors College, and the local community; ability to supervise student workers; ability to interact professionally and effectively with students, staff, faculty, and other key stakeholders; ability to effectively guide students in their civic development; ability to prioritize, to focus on most important obligations, and to multi-task. Must possess independent judgment and initiative and be willing to learn about higher education policies and best practices. Excellent writing, organization, and management skills.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Position is a 30-hour per week job. Must have flexibility to adjust regular hours on the weekends and evenings to supervise programming activities and attend key events for the Honors College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

**Pay rate is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Hours Per Week

30

Pay Rate

**$25/hr

Posting Date

06/05/2023

Closing Date

07/03/2023

Benefits

*The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits.

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• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Retirement
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Open Until Filled

No

Posting Number

T202305

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/13976

Job Duties

Activity

Administer the Honors Engaged Program as a two-semester civic engagement commitment required of all first-year Honors students. Train and supervise peer mentors assigned to the program in theories and practices of social justice and civic engagement. Develop/update all policies and guidelines for the program. Maintain relationships with community partners on and off campus. Ensure that Honors Engaged program adheres to all stated policy and achieves project goals. Oversee all Honors FYE course content associated with the Honors Engaged program and serve as lead grader for all artifacts associated with the program. In consultation with Assistant Director for Student Success, manage Banner attribute as students complete the requirements of the program. In coordination with Associate Dean, implement all necessary assessments of the program.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

55

Activity

In the fall semester, co-teaches the first-year honors seminar (Beyond George Street – HONS 100). Teach the Honors Engaged courses, HONS 103 A in Fall and HONS 103 B in Spring.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

35

Activity

Work in tandem with Director of Student Engagement to manage the Honors First-Year Experience. Assist the Director of Student Engagement in the management of co-curricular and extra-curricular programming related to civic engagement and social justice in the Honors living-learning community. Assist in advising the student leadership group, the Scholar-Citizen Initiative.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

5

Activity

Serve as an integral member of the Honors College team.  Attend all staff meetings and retreats.  Contribute to strategic planning, budget management, and program development initiatives as directed.  Participate in implementation of key events and core activities in the Honors College. 

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

5