Director of Student Success Center - Newman University

Occupational Summary: 
The Director of Student Success will oversee all functions of the Student Success Center including, but not limited to: student advising, budget management, departmental scheduling logistics, supervision of professional and student staff, staff development, and strategic planning. This position will serve as the Title IX Coordinator for the university and the Primary Designated School Official (PDSO). The individual in this role will be required to represent the Student Success Center through cross-campus collaborations. Additionally, this individual will carry an advising load along with the rest of the Student Success Center staff. 

Stewardship Statement: 
This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ 
(ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds. 

Essential Job Duties: 

1. Provide oversight for all professional and student staff employed by the Student Success Center, Library and Teaching and Learning Center.
2. Oversee the library and student success center space to increase student engagement and student success.
3. Lead the CREDO initiative and work with the retention committee and cabinet to ensure alignment of retention efforts.
4. Serve as the Primary Designated School Official (PDSO) to ensure proper compliance with all international student processes.
5. Act as the Title IX Coordinator for the institution, coordinate all TIX cases, and ensure proper compliance with all TIX laws.
6. Engage with campus partners to foster ongoing strategic planning with a focus on objectives related to student success and growth.
7. Collaborate with faculty on student support related to curricular initiatives such as Traditions and Transitions, and Navigator.
8. Maintain all budget lines for Student Success Center operations.
9. Promote the Center's services to increase its participation and visibility on campus and oversee the accuracy of the Center's webpages.
10. Implement best practices for academic support and student services.
11. Assist with the implementation of any student success related grants.
12. Assist the university with retention initiatives.
13. Provide specific hours of the Center in rotation with other personnel.
14. Cooperate in delivery of other Center operations to ensure appropriate services are available.

Other Responsibilities 

1. Project a professional, positive, and supportive attitude to students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
2. Support and participate in campus community activities.
3. Attend conferences and workshops, as authorized, for professional development.
4. Serve on university committees, as required.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• Master's degree is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success with professional experience in student support services strongly preferred.
• Possess strong customer service skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new software programs; experience with student information systems preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain flexibility with student and university schedules to accommodate office hours and staff schedules.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.