Fordham University · 3 hours ago
Assistant Director of Student Involvement for Commuter Student Services
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expFordham University, the Jesuit University of New York, is seeking an Assistant Director of Student Involvement for Commuter Student Services. The role involves leading a comprehensive program to enhance commuter student engagement and retention through various support services and programs.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Works closely with the Assistant Dean and partners with colleges to review and implement research-based strategies to enhance commuter retention and alumni engagement. and work with partners in the colleges and other areas
Advises the Commuting Students Association to develop an active commuter student body, gather feedback, enhance communication, and encourage frequent diverse programming
Recruits, trains and supervisors Commuter Assistants, undergraduate student staff hired to enhance commuter student engagement in the Rose Hill community
Spearheads major signature programs in conjunction with student groups such as Commuter Week, an annual fundraiser for charity known as 'Thanks-give-away,' and the Commuter Appreciation Reception
Works closely with the Assistant Dean and student organizations to increase Bronx community partnerships to enhance the commuter and non-traditional commuter student experience
Work with the Assistant Dean to use the assessment and online content management system for student groups, Rams Involved, to help maintain information, advertise events, and communicate with specific populations such as Commuter Students
Represents the OSI department as assigned for Divisional and Committee meetings to ensure commuter representation
Assists and supports large-scale Office for Student Involvement events such as campus-wide social events, Club Leader Summit, senior class events, Spring Weekend, and other major programs
Builds student leaders, administrative, and academic partnerships to increase commuter student engagement and retention
Collaborates on University-wide events such as Homecoming, President’s Ball, Commencement, Spring Weekend, Jubilee, Family Weekend, and Admissions Open Houses to increase commuter engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 2 years of experience in the area of event planning, budget management, leadership, and student programming
Demonstrated knowledge of program development and implementation, advising, and group dynamics as necessary to perform the duties designated by this position
Exceptional communication, presentation, and training skills
Demonstrated organizational skills and experience multitasking with various projects and competing priorities
Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Office suites
Preferred
Master's Degree (or pursuit of) in Student Personnel Administration, Counseling, or related area
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Employee assistance program ( EAP )
Tuition remission
Generous time off
Company
Fordham University
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering exceptional education.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Fordham University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (24)
2024 (17)
2023 (30)
2022 (22)
2021 (14)
2020 (18)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
George Demacopoulos
Director and Co-Founder, Orthodox Christian Studies Center
Usha Sankar
Co-Founder Project FRESH Air at Fordham University
Recent News
GlobeNewswire News Room
2023-10-19
Company data provided by crunchbase