Assistant Director, Student Engagement, Inclusion

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

Salary Range: $48,000-55,000

Reports to: Director, Student Engagement, Inclusion

Application Deadline: Candidates are encouraged to apply by Sunday, May 3 for priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2026.

Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at Pacific University is dedicated to fostering student development in support of a more just, sustainable, and caring world. Guided by our core values-equity and inclusion, care, community, and learning-we center holistic student wellbeing, cultivate a sense of belonging, and champion equitable practices. As part of this area, the Student Engagement & Inclusion is committed to continuous growth, collaboration, and innovation in service of our students and campus community.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Inclusion leads programs and services that support inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive campus environments. This position supervises the Multicultural Center and the Center for Gender Equity, coordinates veteran and military student services, advises the Cultural Community Council, student employees, and oversees graduate assistants supporting these initiatives. The Assistant Director works to ensure all students feel valued and supported, and that programs reflect the diverse needs and experiences of the university community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Centers & Inclusion Programs

• Supervise and provide leadership for the Multicultural Center and the Center for Gender Equity, including program oversight, student employee supervision, and strategic direction.
• Coordinate veteran and military student services, ensuring these populations are fully integrated into engagement opportunities and supported in co-curricular programming.
• Advise Cultural Community Council, supporting shared governance of student cultural resource centers and their programs, including advising and supervising the students who are elected and selected to lead the council.
• Develop and implement inclusion programs that intentionally address the needs of all students, including graduate, transfer, commuter, veteran, and other student populations.
• Assist in and advance strategic and equitable calendaring of cultural events and celebrations within the Cultural Community Council, student cultural resource centers, outreach programs, and relevant stakeholders.
• Guide student leaders in understanding and adhering to university policies and procedures related to student organizations, events, activities, advertising, budgets, and finances, ensuring compliance and responsible stewardship.

Campus Partnerships

• Provide guidance, training, and expertise to faculty, staff, and students on best practices in inclusion-focused programming, cultural competency, and student engagement strategies.
• Partner with faculty and staff to integrate inclusive engagement practices into curricular and co-curricular initiatives.
• Mentor other professional staff in designing and implementing programs that support identity-based engagement and student success.

Cross-Unit Collaboration & Coordination

• Contribute to the planning, coordination, and implementation of signature departmental events, including orientations, annual traditions, and other major campus engagement initiatives.
• Actively promote and participate in cross-unit collaboration and cross-training among department and division staff, ensuring coordinated service delivery and shared expertise across student engagement programs.
• Lead efforts to establish and sustain task forces, committees, and cross-campus working groups focused on student inclusion, engagement, and leadership development, ensuring collaboration and alignment across the division and university.
• Partner with campus departments, student organizations, and community organizations to expand engagement opportunities and create inclusive learning and social environments.

Policy, Procedures & Program Oversight

• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for inclusion-focused initiatives, ensuring consistency, continuity, and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and program logistics for multicultural, gender equity, and veteran-focused programs, ensuring effective allocation, sustainability, and compliance.
• Evaluate program outcomes, assess student learning, and provide reports to leadership to inform improvements and strategic planning.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Participate in Student Affairs after-hours on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Provide ongoing guidance or intervention to students in specific cases as directed by supervisor, or through the Care Team (the university's behavioral intervention team) or campus climate processes.
• Serve on university and divisional committees, task forces, and hiring committees as needed.
• Provide timely and accurate reports and information as requested.
• Contribute to divisional strategic planning, staff training, and professional development initiatives.
• Provide backup support to Student Affairs colleagues as needed.
• Identify and implement innovative practices to enhance the student experience.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

JOB SCOPE

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement performs duties with a high level of professional autonomy and programmatic responsibility, operating within university policies and reporting to the Director of Student Engagement & Inclusion. The position is responsible for the planning, implementation, supervision, and assessment of assigned student engagement programs, services, and initiatives within a specific functional area. Decisions have meaningful operational and student-impact implications and are made independently or in consultation with the Director, as appropriate. The Assistant Director is expected to contribute to strategic planning, develop and maintain policies and procedures, manage program budgets, and collaborate across the division and university to support student success, effective operations, and institutional priorities.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

• Supervises Support-Level Staff: This position supervises several support-level student workers, interns, and/or graduate assistant roles, and is responsible for scheduling, task delegation, and evaluating performance.