Assistant Director, First-Gen Programs & Community

Texas Woman's University; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Woman's University is seeking an Assistant Director for the Center for First-Generation Students to develop and execute programs that support first-generation students, enhance persistence, and improve degree completion.

The role involves advising student organizations, coordinating campus-wide initiatives, and collaborating with offices to integrate retention strategies. You will also manage communications and lead leadership development for volunteers and ambassadors.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in higher education or a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience with first-generation students and advising student groups.
• Regular and reliable attendance at university work hours is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate first-generation student programming and events to improve retention.
• Advise First-Gen Student Organization and Ambassadors in program development and evaluation.
• Coordinate publications and marketing for events and programs, including brochures and social media.

Skills

Program planning

Advising

Event coordination

Budget management

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Texas Woman's University is seeking an Assistant Director for the Center for First-Generation Students to develop and execute programs that support first-generation students, enhance persistence, and improve degree completion.

The role involves advising student organizations, coordinating campus-wide initiatives, and collaborating with offices to integrate retention strategies. You will also manage communications and lead leadership development for volunteers and ambassadors.