Director of Special Projects
Director of Special Projects
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director of Special Projects
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
7
Level
1
Department
Student Affairs
Job Purpose
Serves as the Director of Special Projects for the Division of Student Affairs and Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS). Provides key leadership in various areas for Student Affairs, including recruitment and professional development, committee leadership, assessment and research, and strategic planning. Oversees all programmatic and personnel aspects of the Bully Pulpit program and civil discourse initiatives for HSS.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration, Public Administration, or related field preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Have knowledge of principles and theories of student development and the factors contributing to student learning and success. Knowledge and experience with leadership and organizational development. Must have experience in event supervision, collaboration, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external constituents.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Position will oversee the Bully Pulpit Student Internship program.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for five professional references
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.
*Salary 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.
Salary
*$52,358 - $74,613
Posting Date
03/21/2023
Closing Date
04/24/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2023054
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.
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Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
1. Director of Special Projects-Division of Student Affairs: Serves as a member of the Leadership Team acting in the absence of the EVP as appropriate. Represent the Division of Student Affairs at meetings and official functions as needed. Assists student affairs EVP and staff in the establishment of vision, strategic goals, and priorities for the Division of student affairs.
Participate and collaborate with other staff during leadership team meetings. Provide leadership, support, and direction to division-wide efforts to help all undergraduate and graduate students be engaged, satisfied and successful, both academically and personally, at the College and after graduation.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
2. Responsible for creating professional development opportunities for student affairs staff. Assist with assessment, research, and benchmarking efforts for the division of student affairs including, but not limited to discussion groups, data collection, and focus groups. Assist with strategic plan initiatives. Support the COVID-19 leadership team with research and supporting documentation needed.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
3. Plan and coordinate leadership retreats and meetings for the division of student affairs. Develop and manage all aspects of special events in the division of student affairs. Assist with the summer orientation overnight experience.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
4. Meet with students and others that engage with the division of student affairs. Provide customer service for families and students that require complex solutions Support and assist with conduct appeals. Work closely with the Student Affairs Board of Advocates and help develop communication strategies with the office of annual giving and division constituents.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
5. Create strategic timelines as well as internal and external communication plans for the division of student affairs. Assist with division wide communication strategies. Assist with the student affairs website content and design.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
6. Supports staff recruitment and employee searches for Student Affairs. Oversees the new hire process and onboarding materials for the Division of Student Affairs.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
7. Director of Special Projects- Humanities and Social Sciences: Provide oversight and coordinate programs and events that include political candidates, forums focused on civil discourse, and discussions on key public policy issues. Direct the Bully Pulpit series and serve as the point of contact. Communicate effectively with guest speakers and their teams. Develop essential event plans and timelines for the Bully Pulpit series. Collaborate with the HSS Dean to create successful programming and events.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
8. Recruit, supervise, and collaborate with student interns that are a part of the Bully Pulpit series. Organize events details with student interns. Convene regularly with student interns and aid in their development as student leaders of the Bully Pulpit series.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
9. Collaborate with representatives from the Department of Communication, the Department of Philosophy, and Department of Political Science at the College of Charleston regarding the Bully Pulpit series and civil discourse initiatives. Develop a Bully Pulpit Advisory Board consisting of HSS faculty and staff to coordinate programming and guest speakers.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10