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EEO Statement Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Faculty Rank or Job Title Assistant Director, New Student Orientation Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt) Department Student Success EEO number: 23P105 Position FTE 100%
Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate $50,000 Salary Band: UC S04 Job Summary/Basic Function: As a part of Orientation and Student Success, within the Division of Enrollment Management, the Assistant Director for New Student Orientation oversees a comprehensive set of new student orientation programs and services which acclimate students and families with Wright State's academic advising and registration, campus visit programs and connections to the University.
Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree and a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent.
- One to three years of relevant professional experience in a Higher Education environment.
- Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills; excellent organization and attention to detail; must work as a collaborative team member.
- Experience administering relevant student programs and services.
- Experience with university computer systems and similar computer technologies, i.e. BANNER Admin, EAB-Navigate, Slate, learning management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Facilitate New Student Orientation. Conduct ongoing assessment of program effectiveness and implement recommendations for continuous improvement. Collaborate with enrollment management departments on yield, communications and events. (25%)
Recruit, select, train and supervise student employees serving in the role of New Student Orientation ambassadors. (20%)
Work closely with Director of Academic Advising to ensure the delivery of academic advising and course registration during New Student Orientation. Collaborate with academic advisors to design interactive advising sessions with new students. (15%)
Work closely with Enrollment Management and Marketing to develop student and family communication plans for New Student Orientation including print publications, emails, social media and websites. Work collaboratively with Raider Connect and Financial Aid staff regarding financial planning and bill pay information and processes. Work collaboratively with Placement Testing, First Year Programs and Success Coaches. (15%)
Understand and utilize data systems for provision of services and analysis of outcomes, including Slate, EAB-Navigate and others. Generate and analyze reports to track course registration and student outcomes. (15%)
Stay current on high-impact practices in the field of New Student Orientation and First-Year Experience, implementing best practices for new student transition and retention. (10%)
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions Recruit, select, train and supervise student employees serving in the role of New Student Orientation ambassadors. (20%)
Work closely with Director of Academic Advising to ensure the delivery of academic advising and course registration during New Student Orientation. Collaborate with academic advisors to design interactive advising sessions with new students. (15%)
Work closely with Enrollment Management and Marketing to develop student and family communication plans for New Student Orientation including print publications, emails, social media and websites. Work collaboratively with Raider Connect and Financial Aid staff regarding financial planning and bill pay information and processes. Work collaboratively with Placement Testing, First Year Programs and Success Coaches. (15%)
Understand and utilize data systems for provision of services and analysis of outcomes, including Slate, EAB-Navigate and others. Generate and analyze reports to track course registration and student outcomes. (15%)
Stay current on high-impact practices in the field of New Student Orientation and First-Year Experience, implementing best practices for new student transition and retention. (10%)
Some evening and weekends required.
Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 01/31/2023 First Consideration Date: 02/15/2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
