POSITION SUMMARY
Southern University at Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA) is accepting applications for the Director of Student and Campus Life SUSLA is a comprehensive community college serving Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding areas in Northwest Louisiana. It is one of five campuses constituting the Historically Black Southern University System. The University serves approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and offers 32 undergraduate degrees and certificate programs in a variety of fields including…
Allied Health, Nursing, Aerospace Technology, Business Studies, Behavioral Science/Education and Science & Technology.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain statistical reports, surveys and other records to assess accomplishments, appropriate student learning outcomes.
- Compile and analyze data related to student participation and program evaluation; develop organizational work processes which facilitate attainment of established program goals and objectives.
- Supervise, create and implement programming for residential life, commuter students, students at the Metro Campus and Aerospace Center. Assist in establishing and implementing student policies. Manage multiple budgets.
- Supervise Miss SUSLA and her Royal Court and manages the student election process.
- Maintain knowledge relative to best practices, laws, policies and procedures relative to student life. Provide strategic direction, implementation, and communication about all facets of student life programming using research and best practices to inform this work.
- Provide and conduct leadership seminars, training, workshops and campus-wide events for students, student government organizations, and other student groups and organizations. Also provides student leadership training, mentorship, volunteer and service learning opportunities for students.
- Provide support, and direction to student groups, organizations and advisors through leadership, organizational and resource development. This includes support to student clubs and individuals.
- Direct program coordination activities with other student services functions and instructional programs; provide technical expertise and input concerning student activities.
- Govern campus events, student activities, and programs. Coordinate with professional acts to book, negotiate contracts, and coordinate performances, speeches, symposiums, etc…
- Create inclusive processes and make informed decisions based on community input.
- Continue to develop the student life curriculum centered around the core values of the school which incorporates, belonging, and social-emotional learning.
- Work with the residential life staff, faculty, and administration to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for both academic and social development.
- Collaborate with the division head in leading new student onboarding and plan new student events and programming throughout the school year.
- In partnership with the division head and admissions department, develop and lead family programming, including new student/family orientations and retention/admission events.
- Mediate and resolve discipline and honor issues.
- Consult with the division head on repeat and/or significant discipline and honor issues.
- And other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in management, mass communication, education or related fields from an accredited college or university;
- 3 years’ experience in student leadership development, event coordination and planning, and exceptional communication skills.
- At least two (2) years of experience in campus recreation or community service, residential life, auxiliary units, or related area.
- Must have problem solving skills, ability to work many nights and weekends.
- Must be able to travel and operate a motor vehicle and feel comfortable driving a 15-passenger van for student trips.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in student affairs, public administration, mass communication, education or related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive and self-sufficient with the ability to manage up and across
- Excellent planning and organizational skills (ability to meet deadlines)
- Initiative and leadership qualities, with the ability to relate to diverse student populations
- Able to build relationships with academic partners.
- Strong attention to detail, adept in creative problem-solving, and resourceful
COMPENSATION: $45,000 - $55,000
TYPE: Full-time
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins August 10, 2026 and continues until position is filled.
- The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment
- *Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the Internal Employment Application.
Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
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