Student Life - Assistant Director of Student Involvement
5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA Req #504
Friday, March 14, 2025
As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities.
Position Summary
The Office of Student Involvement & First Year Programs strives to engage students in opportunities across campus that encourage growth and a connection with others. Committed to providing a positive environment that is responsive to the needs of students, the office provides intentional spaces for students to develop as leaders and individuals in true Pioneer character, heart and spirit. With the overall goal to increase student retention, the Office of Student Involvement & First Year Programs will coordinate comprehensive year-long programs designed to provide leadership opportunities as well as the transitional programs that will enhance the student’s college experience. The Assistant Director of SI will be responsible for creating a dynamic co-curricular experience that engages students in meaningful campus involvement. This is a full-time, twelve-month position requiring extensive evening and weekend commitments.
The Assistant Director of Student Involvement works to improve the SHU experience through student development and education outside of the classroom. The ADSI is responsible for the coordination and implementation of campus-wide programming for the undergraduate student population. The position will support student-led programming initiatives and advise the Student Events Team.
* Supervise the university’s programming board, the Student Events Team (SET), in coordinating campus-wide programming for the undergraduate student population.
* Collaborate with student organizations, campus partners, and external organizations to coordinate successful events to uphold department goals and policies.
* Assist in designing and executing semesterly student staff training.
* Assist in overseeing and administering the student development program and evaluations.
* Manage SET’s annual budget and follow all necessary purchasing policies and procedures.
* Support the department’s leadership program efforts.
* Assess, on a monthly basis, programmatic trends related to attendance, student connection, and overarching university initiatives.
* Assist in the hiring and operational upkeep of the SET student employees.
* Work with unconnected students and track involvement through SHU Engage, providing outreach, guidance, and appropriate referrals.
* Oversee marketing efforts that promote student involvement initiatives on campus.
* Assist in the planning and implementation of major campus events including: Welcome Weekend, President’s Gala, Involvement Fairs, Spring Carnival, Fall Fest, Concerts, Family Weekend, Campus Life Leadership Awards, New Student Orientations, etc.
* Assist with recruitment activities including Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, and Divisional meetings.
* Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes
* Master’s Degree preferred.
* Experience with event planning and execution.
* Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
* Knowledge of student development theory, leadership, and inclusive programming.
Unusual Working Conditions
Nights and weekends will be required.
This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
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