Director of Leadership Development

The Department of Student Engagement and Leadership is a central hub of activity within the University and Division of Student Affairs. It serves to equip students with critical tools related to leadership development. The department encompasses several opportunities for student engagement including Student Leadership Development, Registered Student Organizations, Campus Activities Board, Student Government Association, the Royal Court, and Fraternity & Sorority Life, New Student Orientation, and the Walter N. & Henrietta B. Ridley Student Center Operations as well as university-wide events such as Homecoming, Viking Fest, Winter Homecoming and Week of Welcome.

Overview:
The Director of Student Engagement and Leadership Programs serves as the primary advisor to the Student Government Association ( SGA), Mister and Miss Elizabeth City State University Royal Court, and the Council of Presidents ( COP). This role plays a key part in advancing student leadership and fostering meaningful engagement experiences across campus.

Reporting Structure:
The Director reports directly to the Executive Director of Student Engagement and Leadership, who provides strategic guidance and oversight. While the Director is responsible for leading programs, advising student leaders, and managing day-to-day operations, all major decisions and initiatives are developed in consultation with and require approval from the Executive Director to ensure alignment with departmental goals and university priorities.

The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership falls under the broader leadership of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Deputy Student Affairs Officer, who maintains overarching administrative oversight of the unit.

Minimum training requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's in Student Affairs/Higher Education preferred) with at least two years of experience in positions of which responsibilities include student activities and Fraternity & Sorority Life, or other Student Affairs-higher education oriented areas; or a combination of education and experience in Higher Education.

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Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

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