Director of Student Retention and Success

The Director of Student Success works in partnership with and as part of the Jonsson School Office of Undergraduate Affairs.

The Director leads the development and implementation of high-impact student academic support programs across the undergraduate experience with the goal of increasing student engagement, persistence, resilience, engineering identity, and graduation rates.

This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Success and works closely with the Director of Advising, the Director of Career and Professional Development, and the Assistant Dean of Assessment.

Minimum Education and Experience

PhD and 2 years development and implementation of new student success initiatives;

Master's Degree and 4 years development and implementation of new student success initiatives.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ph.D. is preferred or Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Engineering, or related field.
• Four years of leadership and related experience in developing and implementing high-impact, student success initiatives.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, public speaking, organizational skills, and proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Teams).
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative while also functioning effectively as a team member.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement academic and student success interventions, workshops, and other programs aimed at facilitating the transition and success of ECS undergraduate students.
• Develop programming that supports the academic and personal goals of undergraduate students.
• Monitor student academic performance and their persistence towards graduation, preparing reports, and maintaining student files as necessary.
• Develop trainings aimed at educating student leaders, faculty, and staff about the populations supported by the office and they ways in which they can support student transition.
• Provides leadership on student organizations and other engagement activities, including programming support for First Generation and low-income students.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate student workers and other staff who provide academic, college / career, and personal support to ECS Undergraduate Students.
• Develop and manage programming intended to increase student engagement and sense of belonging.
• Hire, supervise, and train staff and / or student employees.
• Assess the impact of programs for continuous improvement and goal achievement.
• Work effectively and collaborate with various campus offices, administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Participate in student recruiting / outreach events when needed.
• Lead and manage full-time / part-time staff and student workers; manage area budget. Develop and implement policies and procedures.

Serve on Jonsson School and University committees (admissions continuity, scholarship). Provide presentations on services and opportunities for engagement.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

REMOTE WORK FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY - After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote / partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval.

May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.

A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

About Us

Located in one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan regions, The University of Texas at Dallas is a top value public university with more than 31,000 students across seven schools.

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

A collection of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission.

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EOE, including disability / veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

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