Student Union Director jobs in Seattle, WA
Student Union Director directs and oversees all operations of the Student Union in accordance with the university or college's policies and procedures. Responsible for directing all functions including coordinating facility use, administering student services and activities, and ensuring proper safety and security measures. Being a Student Union Director supervises, hires, trains, and evaluates professional and student staff. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Student Union Director typically reports to top management. The Student Union Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Student Union Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director of Student Retention
- Seattle Colleges
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Seattle, WA
FULL_TIME
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Position Summary
North Seattle College is looking to hire a Director of Student Retention to support the District's Seattle Promise department.
Salary Range for this position is $82,348.00 to $98,034.00 annually, depending on experience.
Initial review of application materials will begin on Friday, April 19th. Early applications are encouraged. This position will remain open until filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.Position SummarySeattle Colleges is seeking an experienced, student-centered professional to lead the Seattle Promise Student Retention office at North Seattle College. This is a full-time, exempt position at the Seattle Colleges that is funded by the Families, Education, Preschool and Promise (FEPP) Levy. This position reports to the Sr. Executive Director of Seattle Promise and will primarily oversee and support the retention and completion components of the Seattle Promise program, specializing in supporting Seattle Promise staff based at North Seattle College (NSC) and facilitating the student re-entry process for students at all three Seattle Colleges.
The Director of Student Retention will supervise Seattle Promise Retention Specialists at NSC and will oversee and the development and implementation of a robust student persistence and retention strategy for Seattle Promise students enrolled at NSC. This position is responsible for maintaining updated information about advising best practices and requirements for all three Seattle Colleges and will partner closely with the Seattle Colleges Advising Directors to ensure college-specific protocol is followed.
This position is expected to work occasionally in the evening as program needs demand and includes regular travel between the three Seattle Colleges. This position is expected to be on campus/on-site four days per week, sometimes five days per week as business needs demand.
This is an exempt, non-represented position.
About UsWe are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:- Competitive Pay Rates
- Promotional Opportunities
- Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
- Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
- Transportation benefits
- Tuition Waivers
- PEBB Wellness Plan
- Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.Application Procedures:- Attach current Resume
- Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online
Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.
What you will be working on:- Oversee the hiring, training, management, support, continued professional development, and evaluation of all Seattle Promise Retention Specialists at North Seattle College to ensure and enhance quality of advising services provided.
- Manage and coordinate Retention Specialist scheduling, availability, and priorities at NSC.
- Serve as a resource for Retention Specialist staff and Seattle Promise students with degree problems or challenges.
- Support the collection and analysis of data related to retention efforts to assess effectiveness, staff capacity, and areas for growth.
- Monitor the tracking of enrolled, transferred, and graduated students.
- Refine and implement a robust student persistence and retention strategy in collaboration with the Sr. Executive Director, Seattle Promise staff, Seattle Colleges staff, and students.
- Oversee the student re-entry process for eligible students at all three Seattle Colleges, including re-entry student communication and support structures.
- Make strategic decisions to increase the number of students successfully utilizing the re-entry option.
- Work closely with NSC student services departments to ensure a smooth transition for students who are no longer Promise-eligible but wish to continue their studies.
- Make strategic decisions to increase the number of Seattle Promise students persisting and completing a degree at Seattle Colleges.
- Collaborate with staff across the district to lead enhancement of academic achievement and retention supports for Seattle Promise students.
- Work with college and district staff to implement and scale best practices related to supporting the academic success of a diverse student population.
- Provide leadership at NSC to plan, coordinate, and execute Readiness Academy and Summer Bridge programs that result in a similar student experience in collaboration with the Sr. Executive Director, other Retention Directors and Promise staff, and other staff and faculty at each college.
- Participate in the development of program priorities as a member of the Seattle Promise team, including but not limited to developing and maintaining programming to build campus and community involvement with Seattle Promise.
- Utilize various technology platforms effectively.
- Communicate and work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds such as racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and with diverse physical and learning disabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)- Master’s degree in higher education, student development, psychology, human relations, or related field.
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking and writing.
- Experience planning and executing large-scale events.
- Three years of experience or equivalent in secondary or higher education, a college access organization, or related.
- Three years direct supervisory experience of staff.
- One year academic advising experience or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines while being attentive to detail.
- Demonstrated experience with working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, such as racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and with diverse physical and learning disabilities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of college retention strategies.
- Proven highly motivated, self-starter, flexible; ability to work in a dynamic environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity and proficiency with various technologies, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, student database systems and student success technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize sound professional judgment.
Physical Demands and Disability AccommodationPersons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:- Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
- Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
- Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
- Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of an office environment
Notice of Non-Discrimination StatementSeattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyberbullying.”Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance.
Background Check StatementPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required. -
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Director of Student Ministries
- Sammamish Presbyterian Church
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Sammamish, WA
PART_TIME
- Summary: This position seeks to reach students and their families throughout the greater Sammamish/Issaquah/Redmond area and prayerfully work to connect current members and potential members to the SP...
- 1 Month Ago
Director of Student Academic Services
- Bellevue Christian School
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Clyde, WA
FULL_TIME
- Director of Student Academic Services District Wide | 2024-2025 School Year Come join our team at one of the largest independent schools in the Puget Sound area. Founded in 1950, Bellevue Christian Sc...
- 1 Month Ago
Associate Director of International Student Recruitment
- Highline Community College
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Des Moines, WA
FULL_TIME
- General Summary Posting will be open until filled, priority screening for applications received by May 5, 2024. The Associate Director of International Student Recruitment reports directly to the Dire...
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Director, Special Education & Student Services
- Mercer Island School District 400
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Mercer Island, WA
FULL_TIME
- Timeline for Selection: Position open until filled. Initial interviews begin April 30th. Final interviews anticipated to be May 3rd. Salary & Benefits: 2023/24 salary range is indicated and will be up...
- 6 Days Ago
Associate Director of International Student Recruitment
- Highline College (WA)
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Des Moines, WA
PART_TIME
- Posting will be open until filled, priority screening for applications received by April 30, 2024. The Associate Director of International Student Recruitment reports directly to the Director of Inter...
- 7 Days Ago
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Community Director
- GRE Management
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Seattle, WA
- JOB DESCRIPTION The Community Director role is an established position suited for individuals with prior leadership expe...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Director
- IA Interior Architects
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Seattle, WA
- We are actively searching for a full-time Project Director in the Seattle studio. Our incredible team works diligently &...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Development
- Carney, Sandoe & Associates
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Seattle, WA
- Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, has been retained by the Seattle Country Day School and is c...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Associate Director/Director, Clinical Science
- Presage Biosciences Inc.
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Seattle, WA
- Associate Director/Director, Clinical Science Our Company Presage Biosciences is an oncology company pioneering a new dr...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Operations
- ASTI PDX LLC
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Seattle, WA
- Job Description Job Description Our Seattle Office is opening and we are looking for a Director of Operations to lead ou...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Associate Director/Director, Clinical Science
- Presage Biosciences, Inc.
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Seattle, WA
- Associate Director/Director, Clinical Science Our Company Presage Biosciences is an oncology company pioneering a new dr...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Care Director or Director of Nursing - RN
- Sunrise Senior Living
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Bellevue, WA
- Overview The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to ...
- 4/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Program Director
- ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education
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Poulsbo, WA
- 🚩 Starting Rate: $90K +💸 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a growing, dynamic organization with a s...
- 4/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Seattle, Washington
Seattle (/siˈætəl/ (listen) see-AT-əl) is a seaport city on the West Coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. With an estimated 730,000 residents as of 2018[update], Seattle is the largest city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America. According to U.S. Census data released in 2018, the Seattle metropolitan area’s population stands at 3.87 million, and ranks as the 15th largest in the United States. In July 2013, it was the fastest-growing major city in the United States and remained in the Top 5 in May 2015 with an annual...
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Income Estimation for Student Union Director jobs
$82,708 to $136,438
Seattle, Washington area prices
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