Job Description
Overview:
The director of orientation assists the institution in achieving its goals of creating shared experiences that will inspire new students at Salem State to connect and thrive. It is crucial the director exhibits strong organizational and administrative skills; strong interpersonal communication skills; excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; team building skills; the ability to build positive and effective relationships across the campus and community as this position provides leadership and oversight for the implementation, planning and development of programming for all new and transfer students through orientation programs. Working with appropriate campus partners (e.g., Academic Colleges, First-Year Experience, Marketing & Creative Services), the director will also serve as the campus lead on family programs. Additionally, this person will take the lead in pulling together a schedule of events for Welcome Week. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to diversity and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and the ability to manage multiple tasks while providing exemplary customer service.
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Salem State University values and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We invite you to become a member of our community.
Please Note: Applicants must apply online at https://careers-salemstate.icims.com and attach resume and cover letter.
*Applications submitted to MassCareers will not be reviewed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs or a closely related field
- A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive responsible management experience and demonstrated leadership in new student and/or family programs and student activities, prefereably in the higher education setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with the Association for Orientation Transition Retention in Higher Education (NODA) and recruiting interns through that program
- Demonstrated experience communicating with parents and supporters on a regular basis
- Demonstrated experience working in a multiracial and multiethnic environment with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles
Working Conditions:
This is an on site position with on-campus, in-person responsibilities in Salem, MA which requires evening and weekend work.
Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5-10 pounds.
Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.
Application Instructions:
Please Note: Applicants must apply online at https://careers-salemstate.icims.com and attach resume and cover letter.
Applications submitted to MassCareers will not be reviewed.***
Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.
This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.
EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.
Please Note: If there is no application deadline associated with a position, it may be removed at any time and additional applications will not be accepted.