Director of Engagement

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for campus-wide engagement initiatives to promote student involvement, belonging, and school spirit.
• Oversee multiple functional areas including the Volunteer Center, Student Life and Involvement Center (SLIC), Greek Life, Pacific Gaming Center (PGC), and Spirit and Engagement.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate professional and student staff while fostering a high-performing team culture.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term goals aligned with the University’s strategic plan and Student Life priorities.
• Manage departmental budgets and ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with university policies.
• Establish assessment practices to evaluate program effectiveness and use data to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with campus partners such as Athletics, Orientation, and academic departments to enhance the student experience.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in student engagement, student life, or related functional areas.
• Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff and managing multiple functional areas.
• Strong understanding of student development theory and engagement best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends to support student programs and events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fraternity and sorority life, student organization advising, or civic engagement.
• Experience working at a private, residential university.
• Demonstrated success in building collaborative campus partnerships and managing complex initiatives.

About the Company

University of the Pacific is a private university dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We prioritize student success through meaningful engagement and a vibrant campus culture that supports leadership development and civic responsibility.