Assoc Director for Off-Campus and Commuter Experience
University of Cincinnati
Assoc Director for Off-Campus and Commuter Experience
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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nations best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000 living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UCs momentum has never been stronger. UCs annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About the Center for Community Engagement
The Center for Community Engagement connects campus to our community through service and civic engagement.
Job Overview
Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, the Associate Director for Off-Campus and Commuter Experience will lead Student Affairs in enhancing the university experience for students living off-campus or commuting. This position oversees programs and services that support the unique needs of the off-campus and commuter student populations, fostering wellbeing, engagement, and a sense of belonging. The Associate Director will collaborate with campus and community partners to design and develop initiatives that promote student success, citizenship, personal growth, and involvement for off-campus and commuter students. This includes but is not limited to: managing programs, resources, working with student organizations, and advocating for practices that address the challenges off-campus and commuter students face.
In this role, the Associate Director will also be responsible for coordinating communication strategies to ensure that off-campus and commuter students are well-informed about campus events, resources, and opportunities. The position requires strong leadership and organizational skills, as the Associate Director will supervise a team of student workers, manage budgets, and assess program effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse student populations, community leaders, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that enhances the overall student experience at the university.
Essential Functions
Manage off-campus and commuter student programming, oversee projects and business operations that impact the department, division, university, and broader community.
Develop, approve, and implement policies and procedures to improve internal operations and external partnerships.
Coordinate programs that affect external relations and collaborate with administrative and academic units.
Develop, monitor, and approve a budget; manage expenditures.
Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations while ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.
Resolve complex issues with students, non-student off-campus residents, neighborhood leaders, and community partners; represent the university internally and externally.
Provide leadership, supervision, and development for student employees; manage student hiring, training, and evaluations.
Serve on committees and represent the interests of off-campus and commuter students at various internal and external meetings.
Collaborate with university departments, students, community leaders, and external agencies to enhance the off-campus living and learning experience with a focus on developing students as educated and engaged citizens.
Lead initiatives to strengthen the student experie