What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director of Student Engagement & Leadership position at Elizabeth City State University?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
6086-0000-0000-415
Classification Title
Executive Director of Student Engagement & Leadership
Working Title
Executive Director of Student Engagement & Leadership
Division
Student Affairs
Department / Unit
Student Affairs
Section
Student Affairs (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development; and aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom / off campus aspects of student life at ECSU, including student engagement and leadership; career services; student disability services, residential life; student activities; community standards; special programs and services; student health & counseling services and career services.
Description of Work
The Executive Director of Student Engagement &Leadership oversees the total operation of the Student Center including student government association, Campus Activities Board, Mister and Miss Elizabeth City State University Royal Court, student engagement / activities, National Pan Hellenic Council (fraternities and sororities) and other student organizations, Viking Voyage Orientation, and Adult Learner Initiatives, while also providing direct oversight of campus recreation activities in Williams Hall and the Game Room / Bowling Center. The Executive Director directs and determines goals, objectives, and the means to achieve these goals by management of services, planning of budgets, and serving on various committees. Responsibilities also include publicizing, reporting, and working with students, alumni, and the public on event planning / special events. This position serves as the primary communication link between the New Student Center and other campus departments and the community. This position will also represent the university as a member of the Association of College Unions International and / or other nationally recognized student affairs' organizations.
Competencies / Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Possess knowledge of and ability to conduct professional development on contemporary principles of good practices of Student Affairs.
Possess the ability to plan, organize, manage, research and evaluate multiple and complex operations in a timely, efficient manner. Skilled proficiency in communicating effectively, both verbally and written.
Possess sound ethical judgment and excellent decision making skills. Possess knowledge of effective customer service skills and ability to be a good judge of character, especially with young adults and adolescent students.
Possess keen knowledge of human development and the processes of monitoring the delivery of student life development programs.
Possess the ability to affirmatively model effective leadership, good moral character and ethics. Skilled with computer usage competencies and knowledge of technological trends for advancing Student Affairs operations.
Minimum Training and Experience
A Master's degree is required in student personnel, higher education administration, counseling and guidance, public administration, or other related area with a minimum of three-five years of highly successful experience in student affairs administration with a proven track record of experience in new student orientation planning, development and implementation as well as in advising and mentoring student organizations (i.e. / orientation leaders, student government association, student programming boards, etc.).
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00521P
Job Open Date
02 / 03 / 2025
Job Close Date
02 / 11 / 2025
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant
- Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
- If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA / EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant.
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