Executive Director for Strategy and Project Management

Mount Mercy campus, St. Ambrose University located in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an energetic, innovative, and collaborative professional to serve as the Director of Student Engagement. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping student life by developing and implementing programs, services, and initiatives that promote student involvement, leadership, and a vibrant campus culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging and unique night and weekend programming that reinforces students to stay on campus and get engaged.
  • Supervise majority of student organizations (e.g. student government association, registered student organizations, etc.)
  • Develop effective marketing strategies to ensure successful participation levels as well as to inform students, faculty, and staff about upcoming night, and weekend programs and opportunities for student involvement.
  • Collaborate with departments across the university to promote holistic student success
  • Recruit, select, supervise and mentor a team of staff and student staff
  • Manage budgets, assessment efforts, and planning processes for student engagement activities
  • Serve as a visible and accessible campus leader who connects with diverse student populations
  • Attend/help with major Student Services events (e.g. Mustang Welcome, commencement, etc.)Integration Strategy & Leadership

Qualifications

  • Design and support multi-year strategic planning processes that reflect the evolving identity and mission of the combined institution(s).
  • Facilitate cross-campus collaboration to prioritize goals, establish key performance indicators, and ensure accountability for progress.
  • Provide regular reporting and data visualization tools to track outcomes and guide decision-making.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Tuition Remission
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Access to campus amenities, cultural events, and recreational facilities

At St. Ambrose University, Mount Mercy campus we are more than an institution of higher learning; we are a beacon for those seeking to impact the world significantly.  Guided by our foundation beliefs and values, our mission and vision reflect our dedication to fostering an inclusive, ethical, and dynamic learning environment

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references though our online application portal at https://stambroseuniv.applicantlist.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.