Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world?

In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We’re currently searching for a GenerationOne Program Director to join our Dean of Students team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re passionate about fostering student success, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You’ll be joining the Dean of Students team; a department centered on supporting students by acting as mentors and advocates pointing them in the right direction, serving as a sounding board, and assisting with personal, social, and academic challenges.
2) You’ll be reporting to the Senior Assistant Dean of Students, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment. 
3) You’ll be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and management of the GenerationOne Living Learning Community (GenOne).
4) You'll oversee LLC operations, ensuring alignment with institutional and divisional goals, managing student leaders and resources, and evaluating program effectiveness.
5) You'll work closely with senior leadership, stakeholders, and campus partners to drive program success and achieve measurable outcomes.
6) You'll encourage student belonging and inclusion through active and individualized care, mentoring, and support.
7) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
8) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $50,000 - $55,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
THE TEAM: The Dean of Students team provides advice and support to students from orientation to graduation. We are mentors and advocates that point students in the right right direction, are a sounding board, and assist with personal, social, and academic challenges.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in education, social science, or a related field is required.
• The selected individual must be an experienced educator with a commitment to student success, learning and diversity.
• Collaborative self-starter with the highest level of communication, writing, administrative, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Experience facilitating small and large group discussions.
• Considerable experience first-generation student support and research.
• Demonstrated ability to build and connect communities.
• Experience contributing to inclusive workplace relationships.
• Ability to collaborate in diverse teams to foster productive outcomes.
• Ability to manage social media platforms for the purpose of engaging and retaining students.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Proven ability to implement identity development theories across various marginalized groups.
• Experience supervising a large team.

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$50,000 - $55,000

Review Date

12/20/2024

Work Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm. Some nights/weekends.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kimberly Gautier at kgautier@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.