Director of Student Life

Job Family ADMIN - Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) Grade 16 Salary $71,171 - $88,963 Department Student Life Reports To Dean, Student Services Closing Date July 10, 2025 FLSA Status Exempt - Not Eligible for Overtime Compensation First Review Date April 25, 2025

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the overall operation and management of the Student Life Department. This is a Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) position for which an annual contract reflecting the base salary within the fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) will be issued after ratification by Miami Dade College's District Board of Trustees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for student organization on issues; such as, establishing new groups, developing programs, travel, and organizational problem solving
• Supports and expands collaboration with groups and organizations in the community
• Provides leadership for the development and implementation of marketing and promotional items
• Ensures the creation and ongoing review of materials describing Student Life policies, procedures, and programs, including campus handbooks, newsletters, and manuals
• Guides and mentors the student government organization, student clubs, and their academic advisors
• Establishes strategic goals and strategies that support student development within the context of higher education
• Implements instructional programs
• Maintains various computer based systems for activity tracking and assessment
• Collaborates with other campus programs including recruitment, advisement, and career services
• Hires, supervises, and evaluates department personnel
• Prepares and maintains Student Life budget
• Maintains the Smart Card-ID system
• Serves on Campus and College committees
• Coordinates graduation activities, room reservations and Campus-wide posting approvals
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology or other related field with seven (7) years related experience; or Master's degree and three (3) years related experience
• All educational degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
• Possess excellent supervisory, leadership, and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft office software and specific computer programs related to area of responsibility
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to effectively present information to groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions for reporting purposes
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff
• Ability to work and travel based on a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, and weekends

Additional Requirements

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.