Director of Student Leadership & Belonging

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Job Location: Bridgewater College - Bridgewater, VA 22812

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND BELONGING 

Bridgewater College invites applications for the Director of Student Leadership and Belonging, a critical leadership position dedicated to shaping and supporting an engaging campus experience for all students. This role provides the opportunity to foster student growth, build community, and transform ideas into impactful events that promote a strong sense of belonging.  

 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY  

The Director of Student Leadership and Belonging at Bridgewater College is pivotal in student success and retention, overseeing strategic programming, student leadership development, and providing comprehensive support for clubs and organizations. This position is responsible for supervising the Student Life Events and Engagement Team (SLEET) and co-advising the Campus Engagement and Activity Team (CEAT) with the Coordinator of Campus Enrichment and Belonging. The Director promotes an engaging environment that builds community, fosters connections, and cultivates a genuine sense of belonging for all students at Bridgewater College. 

 

The Director is charged with: 

• Leading the strategic vision and assessment of student engagement through coordination of student programming through CEAT, BCSA, SAAC, campus-sponsored clubs, and other campus offices. 

• Recruiting, training, and advising the Bridgewater College Student Association (BCSA), which represents the student body and advocates for student needs on campus.  

• Supervising the Student Life Events and Engagement Team (SLEET), coordinating their work with campus events and programming. 

• Providing support and administration for all campus student clubs and organizations.  

• Providing oversight for BCVA Student Life social media platforms. 
• Collaborating with internal and external campus partners to ensure a vibrant and engaging student experience.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

While not an exhaustive list, the primary responsibilities of this position include: 

• Foster and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with faculty, staff across campus, and community members to ensure the delivery of meaningful and relevant student engagement opportunities.
• Co-advise multiple student organizations, including the Campus Engagement and Activity Team (CEAT) and campus clubs, in close partnership with the Coordinator of Campus Enrichment and Belonging.
• Lead the strategic development and assessment of student programming initiatives, ensuring they reflect the Student Life Curriculum.
• Work effectively with national programming organizations such as the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities, the National Association for Campus Activities, and the Association for Student Unions International.
• Shepherd and follow-up effectively with student organizations by monitoring their status, advisor needs, and budgets to ensure their successful operation and compliance.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, organized, and inclusive leader. For a comprehensive list of qualifications, please visit Job Description.

 

Bridgewater College seeks an individual who possesses the following: 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• A Bachelor’s degree - A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred, although consideration will be given to a bachelor’s degree and significant administrative and Student Affairs experience. 

• Prior experience with supervisory/advising and campus event planning 

• Minimum of 1-2 years of demonstrated success working in the field of Campus Programming.  

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.