St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.
A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Director will lead efforts to enhance a cohesive community for several student populations as they transition to represent St. John’s University and to fully engage with the Fraternity/Sorority Life community, these include: students affiliated within fraternity and sorority chapters recognized by the university, students who live independently in the campus neighborhood, and those students in transition from resident student to living independently off-campus. The Director will be responsible for implementation of a comprehensive community development strategy which includes: programming, leadership development, civic participation and application of community standards. The Director encourages collaboration with faculty, alumni, and other community members and neighbors among the outlying Queens community.
Community Development: The Director will develop and implement efforts to foster the growth of community among off campus students by:
Fraternity and Sorority Life: Functioning as the leader responsible for the advisement, recruitment, new member, and other educational programs for all St. John’s fraternities and sororities, including:
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. 5-7 years experience in higher education and prior experience with FSL.
DESIRED SKILLS: Strong communication skills with young adults, ability to work well under pressure and maintain composure, experience working in a multi-cultural environment, exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy, planning and organizational ability, workshop presentation skills, computer literacy and/or knowledge of database/information systems extremely helpful. Adherence to best practices, including AFA core competencies, ACPA, and NASPA.
Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners, and CAS Standards. We seek a person who is creative, energetic, and demonstrates the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a FSL community that is a leader in the inter-fraternal world and creates community development initiatives that engage our students in being global citizens.
St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.
Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Skills Required Experience
+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | DECISION MAKING&PROBLEM SOLVING - I.E., TYPES OF PROBLEMS THAT ARE | | SOLVED INDEPENDENTLY | | | | | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | -Broad latitude to pursue opportunities and address issues on behalf of | | the organization. Uses advanced reasoning, complex problem solving | | techniques, and experience to implement solutions that are | | collaborative, timely and effective. | | | | -Identifies best practices and benchmarks against external | | organizations. | | | | -Uses expedient and creative approaches to planning and problem solving, | | and recommends new or revised methodologies and specialized techniques | | to deliver superior performance. | | | | -Participates effectively in arriving at decisions that have a large | | impact on the organization. Works with the UCAR President’s Office and | | other organizational leaders on long-term objectives and issues that | | have high visibility and/or potential or reals costs to the | | organization. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | | | | KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+
+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | -Direct experience with related scientific areas in government, research | | organizations, NCAR, NASA, NSF, other federal agencies, and commercial | | remote sensing. | | | | -Familiarity with the management of and regulations governing a | | Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC). | | | | -Working knowledge of FAR and Export Control | | | | -Significant experience creating strategic partnerships and business | | development opportunities | | | | -Ability to work effectively with geographically diverse teams | | | | -Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior levels of | | organizations | | | | -Skill in translating scientific concepts and ideas | | -Ability to communicate priorities to a wide variety of stakeholders, | | both internal and external, in a clear and effective fashion. | | -Ability to work effectively with a diverse staff to accomplish goals. | | | | -Up to 25% travel is required. | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+