Assistant Director Of Orientation And Family Engagement

Position Details

The Assistant Director of Orientation and Family Engagement directs the implementation of new student orientation and transition programs, including Week of Welcome, and supports the online orientation experience. This role collaborates with campus partners to deliver student-centered experiences and supervises student staff who support these initiatives. The Assistant Director also supports the implementation of Fall Weekend and commencement and contributes to departmental programs, communications, and cross-campus efforts that enhance student engagement and success.

Responsibilities

• Direct the implementation of fall and spring new student orientation programs, including Week of Welcome, in collaboration with departmental leadership.
• Cook up with campus partners, including Registered Student Organizations, to support the implementation of student orientation programs.
• Coordinate with campus partners, including Registered Student Organizations, to support the implementation of student orientation programs.
• Manage the online orientation process in collaboration with the Associate Director, including content updates, campus partner coordination, and student engagement initiatives such as virtual Q&A sessions.
• Collaborate with and support the Office of Enrollment Management with initiatives focusing on prospective and admitted students, including coordinating participation in Admitted Students Days.
• Recruit, select, train and supervise Week of Welcome leaders (WOW) who support all new student transition and Week of Welcome programs.
• Select, train and supervise Week of Welcome interns, including operations and marketing roles.
• Serve as an event lead during departmental programs and events, including commencement, orientation, Week of Welcome, and UTampa Fall Weekend, supporting event operations and the management of safety protocols.
• Collaborate with departmental staff to support publications, websites, and electronic communications for Orientation and Family Engagement programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Associate Director of Orientation and Family Engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1-3 years of professional experience required.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours for multiple orientation and family engagement events and programs.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and identify solutions.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a commitment to high quality results, along with follow-through with responsibilities and communications in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational skills, including effective time management and prioritization capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, or related field.
• Knowledgeable of trends in higher education related to orientation, student transition, and family engagement.
• Awareness and understanding of the transitional needs of students and their families.

Benefits

• FREE Tuition
• Generous paid leave
• Wellness initiatives
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• FREE On-Campus Parking
• Access to Campus Amenities
• Fitness Center
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• and more!

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Summer - Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.