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Position Information

**Position Title** Director, Student Well-Being

**Posting Category** Full-Time Staff

**Starting salary range** $69,047-$89,761

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices.HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, 18 days paid vacation and 3 personal leave days. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The Director for Student Well-Being oversees the Office of Student Well-Being and reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Development. This position will support the achievement of the College’s vision of serving as a regional leader in education and workforce development, offering transformative programs that drive individual growth and shared prosperity. The Director will enact the transformative mission of community colleges by engaging students with cultural competence and a deep understanding of the diverse communities we serve.

In collaboration with key internal and external partners, the Director will design, implement, and assess holistic wellbeing initiatives that address barriers and support academic success, personal growth, and resilience. The incumbent is responsible for program development, case management, resource development, community outreach, training, and advocacy. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to; transition, physical and mental health, student safety, personal crisis, financial emergencies, and integration into campus life. While overseeing these activities the Director will ensure compliance with College policies and external regulations.

The Director does not provide therapy; rather, the incumbent will help facilitate access to, and appropriate utilization of, College and/or community services while guiding students toward appropriate self-care, self-management, and self-advocacy. This position requires a strong understanding of student wellbeing support systems and would benefit from a licensed mental health professional with credentials such as LCSW, LCMFT, or LCPC.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Master’s Degree in counseling, human services, social work, psychology or related field

Required Experience

+ Minimum of three years of student wellbeing support systems experience to include working with or supporting people in high need and conducting crisis intervention

+ Minimum of one year of supervisory experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

+ Proficient in assessing, analyzing, and evaluating the effectiveness of student services

+ Proficient in the use of technology, particularly Microsoft 365

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to travel to various locations across Harford County and surrounding areas

+ Ability to work with sensitive and complex situations in a professional and confidential manner

+ Comprehensive knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations, practices, and procedures, identified best practices, and trends in the field of higher education related to student care

+ Understanding of wellness and prevention, including mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, and stress management

+ Ability to train others effectively

+ Strong public speaking skills

+ Initiative and resourcefulness

+ Ability to coordinate workflow while managing multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

+ LCMFT, LCPC, LMSW or LCSW

+ Community college experience

+ Experience in student affairs at higher education institution

+ Grant experience

+ Maxient experience

+ Ellucian Banner experience

**Hours per Week** 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

This is an on-site position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required based on the operational needs of the College.

Posting Detail Information

**Posting Number** 2025-052FSFA

**Number of Vacancies** 1

Open Date

**Close Date** 07/23/2025

**Open Until Filled** No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *What is your highest level of education completed?

2. High school or GED

3. Associate's degree

4. Bachelor's degree

5. Master's degree

6. Doctorate

7. *How many years of experience do you have supporting student well-being, including working with high-need populations and conducting crisis intervention?

8. Less than 2 years of experience

9. 3 years of experience

10. 4 Years of experience

11. 5 or more years of experience

12. *Please select any credentials you have obtained:

13. LCMFT

14. LCPC

15. LMSW

16. LCSW

17. *Do you have access to reliable transportation in order to travel to various locations across Harford County and surrounding areas with minimal notice?

18. Yes

19. No

20. *How many years of experience do you have supervising and evaluating employees?

21. No experience

22. 1-2 years

23. 3-4 years

24. 5 or more years

25. Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

26. Yes

27. No

28. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States from Harford Community College?

29. No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College

30. Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Transcript- Master's

Optional Documents

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