Director of Student Success & Engagement

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for the position of Director of Student Affairs in the School of Social Work. This leadership role directs student support, coordinates responses to student concerns, and drives initiatives that promote student success and a positive campus experience.

You will supervise graduate and undergraduate staff, align advising with curriculum, manage resources, and collaborate with faculty and campus partners to implement policies and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in student affairs, social work, counseling, psychology, or related field.
• At least two years supervisory/management experience; one year in higher education preferred.
• MSW or BSW degree preferred; LCSW license advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Directs student support functions and coordinated responses to student concerns.
• Oversees assessment of student needs and connects students to campus resources (counseling, financial aid, disability services).
• Ensures timely and high-quality academic advising in collaboration with Program Directors.
• Manages student affairs budget and resources for student programming and orientation.
• Represents the School on university committees and collaborates with campus units to enhance student services.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Supervision

Project management

Education

Master’s degree or higher in related field

MSW or BSW preferred

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for the position of Director of Student Affairs in the School of Social Work. This leadership role directs student support, coordinates responses to student concerns, and drives initiatives that promote student success and a positive campus experience.

You will supervise graduate and undergraduate staff, align advising with curriculum, manage resources, and collaborate with faculty and campus partners to implement policies and