• Student Affairs Director (C)

    University of Wisconsin River Falls (River Falls, WI)


    Student Affairs Director (C)

     

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    Please see Special Instructions for more details.

     

    Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

     

    + Resume

    + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

    Inquiries should be addressed to:

    David Toles

     

    Search Chair

     

    [email protected]

     

    Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before May 25, 2025.

     

    Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

     

    UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

     

    Posting Details

    Position Information

    UW - System Position Title Student Affairs Director (C)

     

    Business Title Director of Student Success

     

    Major Department Code Student Success (J890500)

     

    Appointment Type Limited

     

    FLSA Status Exempt

     

    FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100

     

    Typical Working Schedule

     

    Monday-Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm with some nights and weekends as needed

     

    Hybrid or On Campus On Campus

    Position Summary

    The Director of Student Success provides strategic leadership for student success initiatives across campus, with a focus on first year and new transfer students, and populations with identified gaps in retention, completion, and belonging.

     

    This position is a hands-on leader in the development, implementation, and evaluation of coordinated strategies to improve student outcomes, collaborating with campus partners to track student success indicators and enhance or develop interventions. The Director works across units such as: Residence Life, Academic Affairs, Falcon Links, Veteran Services, Disability Resource Center, Dean of Students, and New Student Registration, to foster student success.

     

    This role also reduces opportunity gaps by strengthening support structures and promoting an inclusive, student-centered environment. The Director supervises and provides strategic direction for Exploratory Advising, Student Support Services ( TRIO ), Academic Coaching, Tutoring Services, the New Student Transition Experience, and EAB Navigate. Professional advisors across campus maintain a coordinated connection to this role to align and advance retention efforts.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead strategic planning for the overall unit of student success, aligning resources with institutional priorities.

    + Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

    + Supervise at least 2.0 FTE , managing hiring, evaluation, professional development, and performance.

    + Oversee budgeting and ensure fiscal responsibility.

    + Serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders, representing student success initiatives.

    + Direct the implementation and integration of EAB Navigate 360 across campus.

    + Lead the New Student Transition Experience, including orientation, first-year experience, peer mentoring, and welcome programs.

    + Strengthen advising practices and assessment, particularly for first- and second-year students, in collaboration with advising staff and academic leadership.

    + Partner with units across Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment to provide unified and coordinated student support.

    + Connect directly with students to ensure they are getting the student success support they need.

    + Engage faculty, staff, students, and community partners to promote equity and inclusion in student outcomes.

    + Oversee key initiatives including strategic enrollment planning, accreditation efforts, and Complete College America projects.

     

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities

    Required Qualifications:

    + Master’s degree in a related field.

    + Minimum 5 years of experience in higher education.

    + At least 2 years of supervisory experience with professional staff.

    + Experience designing and implementing retention and completion strategies across diverse student groups.

    + Demonstrated leadership with ability to inspire and guide teams.

    + Strong communication skills (oral and written) and relationship-building abilities.

    + Commitment to inclusive, collaborative environments.

    + Experience advancing equity-focused student success strategies.

    + Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Data-informed leadership with a continuous improvement mindset.

    + Familiarity with EAB Navigate 360 or similar CRM systems, and adaptability to new technology.

    + Budget development and management experience.

    + Systems thinking with demonstrated ability to improve cross-unit processes.

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Posting Number AAF01047

     

    Number of Vacancies 1

     

    Desired Start Date 07/07/2025

     

    Position End Date (if temporary)

     

    Open Date 04/28/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Applicant Review Date 05/26/2025

     

    Open Until Filled Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

     

    + Resume

    + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

    Inquiries should be addressed to:

    David Toles

     

    Search Chair

     

    [email protected]

     

    Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before May 25, 2025.

     

    Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

     

    UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

     

    Legal Notices

    EEO Statement

    UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.

    Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

    The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

    Title IX Notice

    As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at [email protected]; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

    The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

    Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

    Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

     

    Other Notices

     

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