Director, Orientation and Transition Programs

LSU New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of New Orleans seeks a Director of Orientation and Transition Programs to lead student life-cycle initiatives, oversee fall orientation (MAMBO), and coordinate first-year programs with campus partners. Responsibilities include staffing, publications, budget management, and data-driven program improvements.

The role requires advancing services for diverse student populations and occasional non-traditional hours during orientation season, with leadership of OTP staff and budget

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in higher education or related field, or BA plus 3 years in higher education.
• Experience working with people from varied backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills; flexible hours during orientation season.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage orientation and transition programs within OTP.
• Direct, oversee, and evaluate departmental programs and events.
• Coordinate first-year transition programs with campus partners.
• Hire, train, and assess peer mentors and student staff.
• Develop and publish informational materials for the area.
• Develop and manage the department budget and fundraising.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity experience

Flexibility hours

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration

Bachelor's degree + 3 years higher education experience

Tools

Excel

Qualtrics

EAB Navigate

Canvas

Workday

TargetX

Job description

Department Enrollment Services Job Summary Job Description

Thank you for your interest in The University of New Orleans. Once you start the application process, you will not be able to save your work, so you should collect all required information before you begin. The required information is listed below in the job posting. You must complete all required portions of the application and attach the required documents in order to be considered for employment.

The Director of Orientation and Transition Programs will serve students at the bookends of their student life cycle to help them transition into college as new students and out of college as successful graduates. This includes creating interactive programming for target audiences and directing and managing orientation and transition programming functions performed within the office. Directs, oversees, and evaluates the effectiveness of departmental programs, including but not limited to registration days, online orientation, MAMBO, university success courses, etc. Serves and primary lead for fall extended orientation (MAMBO) to meet the needs of prospective and incoming students with support from the Orientation and Transition Programs (OTP) staff. Co-leads the coordination of first year transition programs with the Office of Student Involvement & Leadership, including but not limited to: Privateer Camp, Privateer Plunge and Spring Splash, Start Fresh Fest, and additional programs in coordination with other campus partners. Facilitates the hiring, training, and assessment of peer mentors, orientation leaders, and other student staff. Develops and coordinates the publication of informational and promotional materials for the area of responsibility, including manuals, handbooks, folders, brochures, handouts, pamphlets and programs. Uses evidence-based strategies to assist the University, Division, and Department in developing efforts in creating and sustaining a culture that embraces and promotes varied groups of students Develops and manages department budget and private fundraising. Supervises the OTP professional, paraprofessional, and student staff. Delegates responsibilities to support staff, as needed. Continually assesses efforts to ensure appropriate use of university resources. Collects and uses data to make decisions that improve both individual and office performance. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field -OR- Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of working experience in higher education.
• Experience working directly with people from different backgrounds.
• Excellent oral, written communication, and strong interpersonal skills; willing to work non-traditional hours during orientation season.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three to five years of experience working in orientation programs.
• Technical experience working with Excel, Qualtrics, EAB Navigate, Canvas, Workday, and/or TargetX software.

Required Attachments

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience.
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems.
• Names and contact information of three references.

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.