Foster an engaging student experience that builds belonging and
strengthens students’ connection to Missouri S&T and the Miner
community
Build collaborative partnerships across the university to
advance student success, engagement, and belonging
Represent Student Involvement and Belonging on university
committees, strategic initiatives, and in relationships with
families, alumni, community partners, and other stakeholders
Lead departmental assessment and use data, emerging trends, and
best practices to continuously improve programs and services
Department Administration
- Provide executive leadership for all functions of Student
Involvement and Belonging, including supervision, development, and
evaluation of departmental staff
- Establish departmental goals, priorities, policies, procedures,
and service standards
- Oversee budgets, financial planning, contracts, purchasing, and
resource allocation
- Ensure compliance with university policies, applicable laws and
regulations, and risk management standards
Student Belonging
- Provide strategic leadership for campus initiatives that
strengthen students’ sense of belonging, connection, and
engagement, including the ‘You Belong at S&T’ campaign
- Provide leadership and support for student affinity groups and
other communities that foster connection, support, and
belonging
- Partner with students and campus departments to identify
barriers to belonging and integrate opportunities for connection
into programs, traditions, communications, and the broader student
experience
Student Organizations and Leadership
Development
- Provide strategic oversight for more than 200 recognized
student organizations, including registration, governance,
training, advisor development, and operational support
- Promote responsible organizational leadership through
leadership development, education, policy implementation, and
proactive risk reduction
- Support shared governance and maintain productive relationships
with student government organizations
- Oversee hazing prevention education and training for student
organizations
Fraternity and Sorority Life
- Provide executive oversight for Fraternity and Sorority Life,
supporting values-based organizations focused on scholarship,
leadership, service, belonging, and accountability
- Ensure effective risk management, policy implementation,
community standards, and hazing prevention education and
programming
- Ensure Fraternity and Sorority Life is integrated into the
broader university community by connecting chapters and members
with campus programs, training, resources, events, and student
engagement opportunities
- Collaborate with campus partners and national organizations to
promote student success, organizational excellence, and alignment
with university expectations
- In collaboration with Residential Life, maintain and enforce
the University Approved Housing Policy
New Student Engagement and Transition
- Provide strategic leadership for programs and initiatives that
support new students’ transition, engagement, belonging, and
connection to Missouri S&T
- Provide executive oversight for Opening Week and other new
student transition programs, including planning, coordination,
implementation, communication, and assessment
- Oversee student leaders and peer programs that support new
student transition and engagement
- Collaborate with campus partners to create a coordinated
transition experience aligned with institutional student success
and retention priorities
Campus Programming and Traditions
- Provide strategic leadership for campus-wide programming, major
traditions, and signature events that foster school spirit, campus
pride, belonging, and connection
- Oversee major events and traditions, including Homecoming,
Family and Friends Weekend, St.¿Pat’s celebrations, MinerRama,
Spring O’Rama, concerts, and other university programs
- Provide leadership for Family and Friends programming that
strengthens connections among students, their support networks, and
the university
- Ensure programs are welcoming, educational, engaging, and
aligned with institutional values
- Ensure appropriate risk management, safety planning, and
emergency preparedness for department programs, student
organization events, and activities in collaboration with
university partners
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least 7 years of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established
as $81,744-$93,000 annually.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not
limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,
skills, and experience, as well as organizational
requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: GGS 13
University Title: DIRECTOR II STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure
you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can
determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Community Information
University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research
universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It
was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions
west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St.
Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an
accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks'
scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in
engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business,
with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and
engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty,
Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population,
yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and
impactful careers.
About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help
individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place
for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe
neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for
all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes
offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every
lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events,
concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the
year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned
performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla
offers a high quality of life with a supportive community,
affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous
opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 573-341-7734.
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Job Title DIRECTOR II OF STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AND BELONGING
#00098482
Job ID 61214
Location Rolla
Department Student Involvement
Job Family Student Support
Business Unit Missouri S & T
Posted Date 09/30/2026
Close Date Open Until Filled
