Equity and Impact Programs Director

Position OverviewThe Equity and Impact Programs (EIP) Director oversees School of Business programs devoted to students facing personal, institutional, or social barriers to academic success. The Director supervises staff responsible for formal programs devoted to incoming and existing students from disadvantaged populations, first generation, non-traditional, transfer, rural students, and recent graduates. The Director also serves as a special resource for students who face academic, financial, or personal hardships that may make it difficult for them to remain in the School of Business or complete their degree requirements. The Director is expected to have an extensive understanding of two distinct populations: the criteria for success in the School and programming for high performing students on the one hand, and the common barriers students face, and the School’s and university’s resources that can help overcome or mitigate those barriers on the other. The Director should be familiar with the degree requirements, minors, certificates, and programs in the School of Business and the various paths students may take to fulfill these requirements. The Director works in close coordination with the School’s advanced learner programs, Area Industry Mentors, eProgram staff, and assigned JAA advisors, and is familiar with campus resources for students in need. The Director reports to the Chief of Staff for the Business School.
This is a full-time, twelve-month, regular, staff appointment. This position is designated as primarily on-campus during the academic year but has flexibility to work virtually or hybrid over breaks and summer, as approved. The Director’s office is located in Capitol Federal Hall, a 166,500 square foot modern facility, on the Lawrence campus, that the School of Business has called home since 2016. Alternative and flexible work schedules will be evaluated as per KU policy and School guidelines.
Position is benefits eligible. KU offers excellent benefits to employees including generous retirement contributions, paid vacation and sick leave, tuition support, insurance, and various discount programs. Full details are available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/benefits. The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education.Job Description50% Program Oversight and Administration: Serve as Director of Equity and Impact Programs. Provide direction to oversee the development and implementation of the programs devoted to enhancing pathways to student success while minimizing obstacles. Collaborate with School leadership to ensure programing aligns with strategic mission. Specific duties may include but are not limited to:

• Supervise the work of the program coordinators responsible for recruitment and first year experience programming, Business Opportunity Scholars (BOS) programming, and pre-graduation and recent alumni programming.
• Coordinate with School’s recruitment and eProgram staff, and faculty in other high-performing programs within the School (e.g. BLP, BHP, Finance and Accounting Scholars) to assure student needs and opportunities are met and School resources are efficiently deployed.
• Work with colleagues in the School, remain current on undergraduate retention trends, population needs and facilitate and coordinate programming to address those needs.
• Coordinate strategies for implementing policies, procedures, and curriculum changes aimed at increasing retention and completion for challenged populations.
• Coordinate initiatives to improve retention and completion in the School. Coordinate the facilitation of summer and newly admitted and transfer student orientations.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate between students in need and academic areas within the School and at the university level as appropriate.
• Maintain data related to populations served and provide reports to Associate Dean, school leadership as required for University strategic alignment, AACSB accreditation, etc.
• Collect and assess data for program effectiveness and Impact on students, recommending adjustments as necessary to serve students.
• With colleagues in Communications, disseminate information to students, faculty, and staff, and other groups across campus.
• Monitor program budget and expenses.
• Complete other related duties as assigned and as position evolves with dynamic programming needs.

40% Student Retention and Completion Counseling:

• Provide comprehensive analysis and guidance to School of Business undergraduate and pre-business students with complex academic, financial and/or personal issues to include: degree planning, financial resource planning, academic support services, graduation requirements, academic policy issues, degree certification, and degree auditing.
• Provide appropriate referral to Area Industry Mentors, eProgram staff, other School faculty/staff, JAA staff, and university offices and resources as needed.
• Coordinate the probation contracts and closely monitor students that are on school probation.
• Refer students/matters to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs as appropriate.

10% Service and Other Related Duties:

• Represent the School of Business on issues related to Equity and Impact Programs.
• Coordinate the professional development and training of direct reports.
• Utilize networks and resources to remain current on issues and expand knowledge.
• Participate as an active team member of the School staff including attending staff meetings and serving on School or University committees, as directed.
• Complete other duties as assigned related to the position and strategic needs of the School.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, communications or similar relevant field with minimum of five years of relevant experience, OR Master’s with minimum of three years of relevant experience in student programs: development, counseling, organization, implementation, and/or evaluation experience.Minimum two years supervisory experience.Documented work experience highlighting excellent written and verbal communication skills, adeptness in managing multiple tasks/projects, and strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of business education standards and norms.Familiarity with University of Kansas programs.Experience with direct student counseling, (e.g. academic and/or career advising).Demonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse people in a variety of situations.

Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete online application requires: 1) current resume; 2) a cover letter addressing required qualifications; 3) complete contact information for three professional references.
Application review will begin on March 25, 2024 and continue until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.Contact Information to ApplicantsJordan Yochim, jeyochim@ku.edu
Advertised Salary RangeMinimum $71,000 increasing with experienceWork ScheduleM-F 8-5 with occasional weekends and eveningsApplication Review BeginsMonday March 25, 2024Anticipated Start DateMonday April 29, 2024Apply to Job