Associate Director, Programs & Community Engagement

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University's Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground seeks an Associate Director for Programs and Community Engagement to lead educational programming, dialogue initiatives, leadership development, civic engagement, and community-building on campus. The role reports to the HTC Director and oversees staff, partnerships, and program assessment to advance belonging and pluralism.

The position emphasizes collaboration across BU units, cross-functional teamwork, and a commitment to equity and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Leadership, Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in higher education, student affairs, educational programming, civic engagement, or community development.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative partnerships across complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of identity development theories, leadership education, dialogue facilitation, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead programming and educational initiatives aligned with the Center's mission.
• Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with campus units, alumni, and community partners.
• Provide supervision and professional development for staff; foster an inclusive team environment.
• Lead assessment, planning, and continuous improvement of program offerings.
• Manage resources, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration to support program delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Partnerships

Dialogue facilitation

Community engagement

Campus collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Leadership, Education, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related discipline

5-7 years of relevant experience in higher education or related fields

Job description

Boston University's Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground seeks an Associate Director for Programs and Community Engagement to lead educational programming, dialogue initiatives, leadership development, civic engagement, and community-building on campus. The role reports to the HTC Director and oversees staff, partnerships, and program assessment to advance belonging and pluralism.

The position emphasizes collaboration across BU units, cross-functional teamwork, and a commitment to equity and