Assistant Director, Academic Initiatives & Curriculum

Winston-Salem State University; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston-Salem State University’s Department of Housing and Residence Life invites applications for the Assistant Director of Academic Initiatives, Curriculum, and Assessment. This leadership role develops the residential curriculum, leads assessment efforts, supervises staff, and partners with Academic Affairs to enhance student learning, engagement, and retention.

Reporting to the Director, the position emphasizes data‑driven programming, collaboration with campus partners, and fostering a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field; 3–5 years housing or student affairs experience.
• Ability to interpret data and communicate results clearly to varied audiences.
• Experience in program assessment and using results to inform practice.
• Conflict resolution or mediation experience in residence life.
• Training in assessment and data interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Area Coordinator caseloads using Maxient software.
• Coordinate residential curriculum and curricular approaches.
• Assist with development and implementation of assessment.
• Lead staff training on conduct processes.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs to enhance student learning and retention.
• Develop Living-Learning Communities and partnerships.

Skills

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Assessment methods

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

StarRez

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Job description

Winston-Salem State University’s Department of Housing and Residence Life invites applications for the Assistant Director of Academic Initiatives, Curriculum, and Assessment. This leadership role develops the residential curriculum, leads assessment efforts, supervises staff, and partners with Academic Affairs to enhance student learning, engagement, and retention.

Reporting to the Director, the position emphasizes data‑driven programming, collaboration with campus partners, and fostering a