Director of Student Global and Community Connections

About the role

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Director of Student Global and Community Connections in The Lozano Long Division of Global, Community and First-Gen Initiatives. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.

The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for university-wide programs, initiatives, and services that promote student engagement, civic responsibility, leadership development, global awareness, and community connection for all Tarleton State University students. The Director is responsible for developing, implementing, assessing, and continuously improving programs and initiatives that prepare students for success in work, life, service, and leadership in an increasingly interconnected society.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Global and Community Connections, the Director serves as a strategic advisor on matters related to student engagement, leadership development, community partnerships, global initiatives, and student success. The position serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

Location: Stephenville, Texas | Job Type: Staff

Responsibilities

• Provides operational leadership and direction for the Department of Student Global and Community Connections and is accountable for the performance, effectiveness, assessment, and continuous improvement of its programs, services, personnel, and resources.
• Provides direct and indirect supervision to assigned professional, program, administrative, and student staff, including responsibility for selection, performance management, staff development, work priorities, and accountability for results.
• Develops and implements short- and long-range goals, strategies, operating plans, and service standards aligned with divisional and university priorities.
• Directs and oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of department, division, and university events in support of strategic goals and student success outcomes.
• Advises and facilitates leadership programs such as the Tarleton Texas Leadership Scholars Program and the National Society of Leadership and Success chapter.
• Develops, administers, monitors, and evaluates departmental and program budgets; establishes resource priorities; and ensures responsible stewardship and compliance with university requirements.
• Facilitates a collaborative work environment that encourages and promotes Divisional and Institutional goals.
• Maintains expertise in emerging trends, best practices, regulations, and issues relevant to student engagement, global education, community connection, and higher education administration through active participation in professional development, continuing education, professional organizations, and industry networks.
• Interprets university and divisional policies and develops departmental procedures, operating standards, and recommended practices governing assigned programs and services.
• Serves as a strategic advisor to the Assistant Vice President for Global and Community Connections on matters affecting students and contributes to the achievement of divisional and university goals through leadership of assigned programs, services, and initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant field of study.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, including experience leading teams, managing resources, developing programs, or advancing strategic initiatives.

Skills

• Knowledge of student engagement, retention, and success strategies.
• Leadership skills in the selection and supervision of employees and budgeting.
• Ability to solve challenging problems effectively and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products and other relevant computer applications.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Doctoral degree in relevant field of study.
• Preferred: 10 years of successful experience in higher education, public speaking, event coordination and facilitation, or experience in leading teams.
• Special Requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and otherwise eligible under federal regulations to access and maintain records within the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

Pay

The target base annual salary range is $73,000 up to $75,000 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Schedule

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, evening and weekend work is required to support departmental, divisional, and university events. Significant participation and visibility are expected during major university events, including Orientation, semester openings, Commencement, Homecoming, and other institutional initiatives.