The Office of Undergraduate Research & Scholars in the Experience Hub at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit eligible position of Senior Associate Director.
 
The Senior Associate Director plays a crucial role in enhancing undergraduate engagement with high-impact practices, particularly in undergraduate research (UR) and competitive fellowships (CF). This position is situated within the Experience Hub, an integrated space that includes the Experience and Professional Development (XPD) department, the Center for Global Education (CGE), and the Office of Undergraduate Research & Scholars (OURS). The Senior Associate Director is instrumental in advancing the mission of the Experience Hub by connecting students with meaningful high-impact and experiential learning opportunities aligned with their goals and interests. This position oversees the operations of UR and CF, including program administration, student advising and mentoring, assessment, event management, budget oversight, and collaboration with faculty advisory groups.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.Program Administration & Student Engagement (50%)

• Recruit and advise prospective and current students for OURS opportunities, helping students achieve meaningful and intentional experiences
• Support faculty participation in UR programs, coordinate the UR Faculty Advisory Committee, and facilitate faculty mentorship through professional development
• Envision, plan, and execute annual UR campus events including Scholarship and Creativity Day
• Provide operational support to the Pathways to Distinction program
• Partner with the Faculty Coordinator of Competitive Fellowships to promote opportunities for competitive fellowships and advise students through the process
• Direct Emerging Scholars Program, Summer Collaborative Grant, Lindmark Fellowship in Ethics, and the CSB and SJU Distinguished Thesis program

Strategic Planning and Assessment (30%)

• Promote UR and CF opportunities and programs, leading to recruitment of diverse and creative professionals reflective of the CSBSJU student body
• Develop and execute strategic planning that supports the mission and vision of OURS
• Support the Experience Hub?s mission through stakeholder collaboration, including developing and executing a Hub-wide assessment plan
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to create innovative programs and partnerships
• Lead assessment activities for all OURS programs and generate associated reports

Financial Management (10%)

• Manage disbursement of all research funds associated with UR programs
• Review UR student grant program requests and manage UR grant budget 

• Manage department budget, oversee expenses, and administer associated endowments, including preparing annual fund utilization reports

Leadership (10%)

• Lead and supervise assigned professional staff within the Experience Hub including student employees
• Provide training, guidance, and support to office staff, ensuring high standards of performance and professional development.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and develop improvement plans as needed.

• Bachelor?s degree
• 4-5 years of experience in a related field including project management and program development within a higher education setting; master?s degree may substitute for two years of experience.  
• Experience with stewardship of funded programs and financial management of multi-program budgets
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, with exceptional organizational and management skills
• Ability to take initiative, identify areas for improvement, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent mentorship and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, database management, and related technologies
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of constituents in a professional manner

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed primarily in person, in a standard office or similar environment with some opportunity for remote work
• Significant keyboard and computer use, prolong sitting, and occasional standing 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Some travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John?s University 

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