Director of Student Engagement
Connecticut State Community College, Hartford, CT, United States
Director of Student Engagement
About CT State
Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut's 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students' academic, career, and personal success.
For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Position Details
Posted: March 31, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type: Standard
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: June 2026
Work Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley-Danbury Campus 7 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Position Summary The Director of Student Engagement and Co-Curricular Programming develops, designs, and oversees a comprehensive range of services and programs to support the holistic development and well‑being of students at a Community College. These services encompass advising student government and various student organizations, facilitating co‑curricular activities that enhance practical experience and community engagement, promoting social and multicultural awareness, fostering leadership skills, and supporting physical fitness and recreational needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Dean of the Danbury Campus, or equivalent administrative position, the Director of Student Engagement is accountable for creating an enriching student experience and promoting student development, programming, and retention through the effective management in these essential duties.
Key responsibilities include:
Program planning and development
Service delivery
Budget and fiscal management
Staff development and supervision
Additional responsibilities include:
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Higher Education Leadership, Student Personnel or a relevant field with one (1) or more years of related experience that includes up to two (2) years of supervision; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advisement of student clubs and organizations
Student activities including recreational activities and those oriented toward providing for enhancement of students' cultural, civic based and leadership experience
Supervising human resources
Developing and managing operating budgets and plans
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing and implementing campus events, leadership programs, student orientation, and student organization support systems
Experience working collaborative with faculty, staff, and community partners
Knowledge of data-driven evaluation practices, including the use of assessment tools to monitor and enhance student learning outcomes
Experience with developing, monitoring, and reconciling budgets of varying sizes and complexity
Experience supervising student employees
Bilingual proficiency
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive learning environments
Salary and Benefits Salary range: $74,604 – $79,609 approximate annual salary is based on qualifications, education, job‑related experience, and internal equity.
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Application Instructions
Cover letter
Resume
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Links to external resume sites are not accepted.
Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
Applicants must be authorized to work full‑time in the United States.
Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline. The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon:
Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks.
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti‑racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a‑80(b) or 46a‑81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860‑612‑7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
To apply, visit https://ctstatecommunitycollege.applytojob.com/apply/6MiWHHgD7A
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For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Position Details
Posted: March 31, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type: Standard
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: June 2026
Work Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley-Danbury Campus 7 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Position Summary The Director of Student Engagement and Co-Curricular Programming develops, designs, and oversees a comprehensive range of services and programs to support the holistic development and well‑being of students at a Community College. These services encompass advising student government and various student organizations, facilitating co‑curricular activities that enhance practical experience and community engagement, promoting social and multicultural awareness, fostering leadership skills, and supporting physical fitness and recreational needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Dean of the Danbury Campus, or equivalent administrative position, the Director of Student Engagement is accountable for creating an enriching student experience and promoting student development, programming, and retention through the effective management in these essential duties.
Key responsibilities include:
Program planning and development
Service delivery
Budget and fiscal management
Staff development and supervision
Additional responsibilities include:
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Higher Education Leadership, Student Personnel or a relevant field with one (1) or more years of related experience that includes up to two (2) years of supervision; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advisement of student clubs and organizations
Student activities including recreational activities and those oriented toward providing for enhancement of students' cultural, civic based and leadership experience
Supervising human resources
Developing and managing operating budgets and plans
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing and implementing campus events, leadership programs, student orientation, and student organization support systems
Experience working collaborative with faculty, staff, and community partners
Knowledge of data-driven evaluation practices, including the use of assessment tools to monitor and enhance student learning outcomes
Experience with developing, monitoring, and reconciling budgets of varying sizes and complexity
Experience supervising student employees
Bilingual proficiency
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive learning environments
Salary and Benefits Salary range: $74,604 – $79,609 approximate annual salary is based on qualifications, education, job‑related experience, and internal equity.
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Application Instructions
Cover letter
Resume
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Links to external resume sites are not accepted.
Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
Applicants must be authorized to work full‑time in the United States.
Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline. The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon:
Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks.
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti‑racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a‑80(b) or 46a‑81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860‑612‑7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
To apply, visit https://ctstatecommunitycollege.applytojob.com/apply/6MiWHHgD7A
#J-18808-Ljbffr