Assistant Director of MOVE

About the Role

Saint Michael’s College is seeking a collaborative and passionate Assistant Director to develop, coordinate, and promote service, social justice, mentoring, and community engagement programs that foster student learning, leadership development, and civic responsibility. In this role, you will serve as the primary liaison for community partners and affiliates involved in MOVE's (Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts) Service Trip, Mentor, and other engagement programs while strengthening MOVE's visibility and impact across campus through strategic partnerships and collaborations. You will work closely with MOVE staff, student leaders, agency coordinators, and Saint Michael's College partners to identify organizational needs, build meaningful relationships, and cultivate a strong culture of community engagement. The ideal candidate brings curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning, growth, and advancing the mission of community-centered student development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of Mentor and Service Trip programs.
• Advise, support, and mentor student leaders in recruitment, selection, placement, program implementation, volunteer recognition, and leadership development.
• Design and facilitate annual leadership training and ongoing professional development opportunities that integrate Leadership Development, Social Justice Education, and Catholic Social Teaching.
• Maintain program budgets and related financial records.
• Coordinate communication and ongoing engagement with community partners, students, faculty, and staff to support program goals and partnerships.
• Support MOVE-led Community Engaged Learning (CEL) initiatives.
• Advise additional local program leadership teams, as assigned.
• Contribute to an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment that fosters connection, engagement, and growth.
• Become certified to train students to operate Saint Michael's College vans.
• Lead a domestic Service Trip, as needed and available.
• Maintain engagement with professional networks and resources relevant to mentoring, service learning, and community engagement (e.g., Campus Compact, Champlain Valley Mentoring Network, Catholic Volunteer Network).
• Serve on campus and community committees, as appropriate.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and effectiveness.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with community service organizations, volunteer programs, and/or immersive service experiences.
• Experience with youth mentoring programs and best practices.
• Experience developing and facilitating student leadership training, community engagement, community partnership, or similar student development programs and initiatives.
• Experience advising and developing undergraduate student leaders.
• Familiarity with social justice education frameworks.
• Understanding of, or willingness to develop an understanding of, Catholic Social Teaching and its connection to service, justice, and community engagement.
• Commitment to supporting Saint Michael's Catholic and Edmundite mission.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours such as nights and weekends.
• Availability for overnight domestic and possible international travel for up to 2-3 weeks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Community Engaged Learning (CEL) and related curricular structures.
• Crisis response and/or on call experience.
• Experience in a Higher Education setting.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $53,600–$57,000.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident insurance options.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee and dependent tuition benefits.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Well-being programs and opportunities.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Use of athletic facilities and the library.
• Access to campus presentations, lectures, and other activities.