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Position Details Position Type Administrative College/Division Student Affairs Department Student Involvement & Belonging Hiring Unit Appointment FTE (%) 1.0 Position Terms/Mo 12 Position Summary Department Summary Student Involvement and Belonging (SIB) is the place where students connect!! SIB promotes Oregon Tech students’ holistic growth and development through involvement and support, creating a community where all feel a sense of belonging.

The College Union (CU) is an integral part of the educational life of the campus, serving as a center and forum for the academic community, which includes students, faculty, staff, alums, and guests. As a facility, the College Union provides services needed to enhance the daily life of the campus. The College Union is designed to encourage students and other campus community members to meet and share talents, interests, and ideas in an active learning environment. In all its processes, through managing its physical and human resources, the College Union encourages interaction of diverse cultures, ideas, and values. The College Union’s continuing goal is the creation of an atmosphere that fosters an individual’s self-development as a concerned and responsible student and community member.

https://www.oit.edu/campus-life Position Summary Under the supervision of the Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students, the Director of Student Involvement and Belonging (SIB)/College Union (CU) provides supervision, leadership, and oversight of Student Involvement & Belonging (SIB) which includes identity-based programming, leadership development, community service, and management of student organizations, and the College Union (CU). This position is a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team and a member of the First-Year Experience Committee.

The Director is responsible for developing, coordinating, and administering a broad-based student engagement department that promotes a positive, inclusive community marked by student engagement. The Director provides leadership for: (a) operations and assessment; (b) professional staff management, and © departmental program management. The Director works collaboratively with Oregon Tech Student Affairs, Student Involvement & Belonging in Portland-Metro, and various campus partners (e.g., Admissions, ITS, Risk Management, Business Affairs Office, Alumni Relations, and Marketing Communications & Public Affairs).

This position directly supervises four professional staff positions, including the Associate Director of Student Leadership Development and Cultural Engagement, the CU Facilities Manager, the Student Activities Support Coordinator, and the CU Administrative Program Assistant. This position also leads a department that includes the following professional staff positions: Assistant Director of SIB in Portland-Metro (1), SIB Coordinators (2), and CU Maintenance and Custodial staff (3).

The Director manages multiple budgets related to SIB and the CU to support student organizations, student and staff professional development, and the CU facilities’ needs, including short-term projects and longer-term facility needs. Minimum Requirements Additional Requirements Master’s degree required.

Five to Seven years of experience in a higher education setting in the field of Student Engagement, Student Success, Student Life, Student Union Operations, University Facilities, or related field.

Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.

Experience interpreting and applying rules, policies, and procedures within a customer service environment.

Professional, courteous, and effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with internal and external constituents.

A demonstrated commitment to customer service and the application of appropriate flexibility, responding to issues and opposing points of view.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as databases and specialized programs (DocuSign, FENXT, Banner, etc.).

Ability to effectively and respectfully work, communicate, and collaborate in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Higher Education or student affairs related field

Eight (8) or more years of experience in Student Life/Activities, Student Support Services or related field.

Passion for working with students in higher education.

Experience managing budgets and financial control processes.

Three to five years of experience managing facilities, projects related to renovation and upgrades to facilities, and vendor relationships

Five years of experience in an event/facility management position.

Five years of supervisory experience.

Proven ability to plan and execute large-scale programs and events.

Proficiency with social media platforms, marketing, and branding strategies. Application Information Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 08/22/2025 Job Posting Close Date Background/Pre-Employment Check Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.