Director, Arts

Director, Arts & Sciences Student Success Center
Job Purpose
Manage and supervise the programs and staff of the College of Arts & Sciences Student Success Center which includes Outreach, Student Recruiting, Academic Advising, and Career Services. Provide operational leadership and strategic vision, which includes the oversight of programming, administration, fiscal planning/management, metrics, and supervision of professional and administrative staff. Lead the development and implementation of processes, procedures, and policies that impact enrollment management, academic advising, and career services. Develop, coordinate, and implement activities and programs including supervision of program components, fidelity, development, assessment, and staffing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage and supervise the programs and staff of the Arts &Sciences Student Success Center which includes Student Recruiting,Academic Advising, Career Services, and K-14 Outreach. Provideoperational leadership and strategic vision, which includes theoversight of programming, administration, fiscalplanning/management, metrics, and supervision of professional andadministrative staff.

Support existing academic (faculty/professional staff) advisingfunctions. Oversee the development and evaluation of a studentsuccess model that includes an undergraduate tiered advising andstudent support program, professional staff advising activities(where appropriate), and the training and support of new advisors(faculty and staff).

Supervise staff who are responsible for academic advising andstudent support. Supervise staff who implement strategies torecruit and retain students. Supervise career services staff.

Cultivate relationships with employers to create internship andemployment opportunities for Arts & Sciences students.

Supervise, manage, design, and develop initiatives and programsto promote and support Arts & Sciences students.

Collaborate with college Dean, Associate Deans, Admissionspersonnel, and various other professionals on campus related toadvising, recruiting, and career services programs.

Develop and manage the student programs in regard toundergraduate experience, which may include professionaldevelopment workshops, research opportunities, and field sitevisits.

Coordinate the marketing and dissemination of information forcollege programs.

Design and maintain databases for program assessment metrics.Provide administrative and management reports.

Monitor student services and University policies to ensureorganizational consistency and to enhance and align services.Enforce policies and procedures and compliance with academicrequirements.

Competencies

Individual Leadership

Collaboration

Independence

Innovation

Strategic Planning

Developing Organizational Talent

Work Prioritization & Management

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, education counseling, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and working experience as outlined below.

Experience:

Five years working experience.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations, or Other Requirements:

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Desired Qualifications

Doctorate degree in higher education administration, student affairs, education counseling, or a related field

Five years' progressively responsible working experience in student success, academic advising, academic support, student retention, internships/career services, or a closely related area

Experience working with degree programs and students in the arts, humanities, and/or social sciences

Demonstrated experience supervising teams

Experience with planning and leading large-scale programs and initiatives in higher education

Benefits
Benefits include:

Generous Retirement Contributions:

The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.

Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:

Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.

Paid Time Off:

Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.

Tuition Waiver:

Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.

Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:

Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

Location
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

Work Authorization Requirements
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

Hiring Statement/EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

About Laramie
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state‑of-the‑art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/.

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