Bonner Program Director/Associate Director for Center for Community Engagement

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the Bonner Program, including vision-setting, strategic planning, and program evaluation.
• Manage and steward program budgets exceeding $400,000, including operational, internship, and student employment funds.
• Develop and implement a four-year developmental curriculum for Bonner Scholars and Leaders focused on social justice, civic engagement, and leadership.
• Supervise professional and student staff, providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Lead recruitment, selection, and enrollment processes for the Bonner Program cohorts.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Bonner Foundation, managing annual reports and national initiatives.
• Design and implement high-impact community-engaged learning programs in collaboration with campus partners.
• Develop and maintain strategic community partnerships with nonprofit and government organizations.
• Consult with academic departments to integrate community engagement into curricula and research.
• Lead initiatives that advance racial equity and inclusive excellence within the Center for Community Engagement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in student affairs, higher education, educational leadership, community development, social work, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in community engagement, service-learning, student affairs, or volunteer management within a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff and student employees.
• Proven track record of managing complex budgets and fiscal operations.
• Experience developing and maintaining strategic community partnerships with nonprofit organizations.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with the Bonner Foundation network or similar national service-scholarship programs.
• Experience designing and implementing community-engaged learning curricula.
• Background in nonprofit capacity-building or organizational development.
• Grant writing and grant management experience.
• Experience working with racially and socioeconomically diverse student populations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Generous leave and holiday benefits.
• Employer retirement contributions.
• Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Access to "Hatter Perks," including various community discounts and privileges.

About the Company

Stetson University is a private institution committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration. Located in DeLand, Florida, Stetson focuses on creating transformative learning experiences that prepare students for responsible leadership and active citizenship through academic rigor and community impact.