Assistant Director, Undergraduate Student Success (Hybrid)

Boston University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking an Assistant Director of First-Year Student Success to support undergraduates in their academic and personal growth. The role emphasizes holistic advising, 1:1 coaching, and collaboration with campus partners to connect students to academic and cocurricular opportunities.

The position requires a master's degree with 3+ years in higher education (or a bachelor's with 5+ years) and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3+ years in higher education, or Bachelor's with 5+ years in higher education.
• Interest in student success and first-year/transfer experiences.
• Experience advising students or student organizations.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication abilities.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to work independently or in a team.
• Remote-work arrangement eligible up to one day per week.
• Some evening work may be required.
• Cover letter and resume required.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic advising to support transition to BU and lead students toward academic success.
• Offer 1:1 student success coaching and support students facing challenges.
• Collaborate with School/College advisors and central units to connect students with resources.
• Coordinate campus connections to enhance wellbeing and belonging.
• Develop inclusive programs and student success seminars continuing BU's Life Design framework.

Skills

Master's degree

3+ years higher ed experience

Interest in student success

Experience advising students

Interpersonal & communication skills

DEI commitment

Organized & detail-oriented

Remote-work eligible

Evening work required

Cover letter & resume required

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

None

Job description

Boston University is seeking an Assistant Director of First-Year Student Success to support undergraduates in their academic and personal growth. The role emphasizes holistic advising, 1:1 coaching, and collaboration with campus partners to connect students to academic and cocurricular opportunities.

The position requires a master's degree with 3+ years in higher education (or a bachelor's with 5+ years) and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.