Director of Student Affairs- Online (Michigan Resident)

Are you passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential? Do you thrive in a leadership position where you can make a meaningful impact on campus life? We're seeking a visionary Director of Student Affairs to lead our online team and drive student development and engagement initiatives.

This position is crucial for ensuring the success and well-being of students in the online learning environment. Spearheading Student Success Teams for the online modality means being at the forefront of innovation in student support services. It involves not only managing student conduct but also implementing initiatives that promote health, wellness, diversity, and inclusion. Your role will be pivotal in creating a nurturing online community where every student feels valued and supported in their academic journey.

Being a prominent leader across the Online Modality brings with it significant responsibility and opportunity to positively impact student well-being. Your role extends beyond administrative duties to being a visible presence at student events and a frontline contact for crisis intervention. This requires not only leadership but also empathy and quick decision-making skills to ensure the safety and support of students in times of need. Collaborating with campus departments and community partners will further enhance your ability to lead projects that promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive virtual campus culture, ultimately contributing to student success.

If you're ready to make a difference and lead with passion and purpose, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in creating an environment where every student can thrive and succeed!

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is ambitious and dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in fostering a culture of inclusion, engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus. Establishing robust external relationships to bolster Baker College's vision and mission will also be a key responsibility. Join us in shaping the future of automotive online education.

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ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution—it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

Further Together!

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DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Our College strives to be exemplars in the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion by working in communion with multiple levels of professional representation throughout our college system. We are committed to our initiatives to fully understand how we can advance our levels of diversity, equity, and inclusion and create a culture that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Baker College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

Please visit our DEI Page to learn more about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Baker College.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for the Director of Student Affairs Online position will reside in Michigan and possess a Master’s Degree in fields such as Education, Business, Psychology, Social Science, Counseling, or a closely related Student Affairs discipline, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant online professional experience in one of the above stated areas. Additionally, preference will be given to candidates holding a Ph.D. or Ed.D.