Director of Student Engagement & Mentorship

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Director of Mentorship and Student Engagement at our Summerville Campus to lead mentorship programs, leadership development, and TRIO Student Support Services initiatives. The role supervises staff, manages department operations, and fosters partnerships to advance student success.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, external relations, and data-informed program development to improve engagement, retention, and degree completion.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years experience in higher education or related field.
• Grant-writing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Office of Mentorship and Student Engagement.
• Supervise and develop staff, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and evaluation.
• Oversee departmental budgets, fundraising, and external partnerships.
• Manage communications, marketing, and public engagement efforts to promote programs and student success.
• Lead student engagement initiatives, mentorship programs, and leadership development initiatives.
• Utilize assessment data to drive program improvements and student outcomes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Grant-writing

Education

Masters degree

5+ years higher education experience

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a Director of Mentorship and Student Engagement at our Summerville Campus to lead mentorship programs, leadership development, and TRIO Student Support Services initiatives. The role supervises staff, manages department operations, and fosters partnerships to advance student success.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, external relations, and data-informed program development to improve engagement, retention, and degree completion.