Ast Director Orientation and Transition Programs
Job ID: 298976
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
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Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Orientation and Transition Programs is a key leader within the Office of New Student and Family Transitions, playing a central role in Augusta University's student retention initiatives and Strategic Enrollment Management plan. This position provides strategic vision and oversight for early-stage student transition, guiding new students from admission through their first weeks at Augusta University. The Assistant Director develops, updates, and assesses curriculum across all components to ensure alignment with institutional learning outcomes and successful student transition. Additionally, this position recruits, trains, supervises, and develops all orientation student leaders and teaches student staff in the Certificate in Leadership course sequence in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Family Programs.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
STUDENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND SUPERVISION: Recruit, train, and supervise student and temporary staff to support new student orientation and transition initiatives. Student staff may include graduate assistants, student interns, student coordinators, and orientation leaders. Develop a comprehensive orientation leader training curriculum, including spring semester retreats, pre-summer training, and ongoing professional development. Design curriculum for the Certificate in Leadership course sequence (LDRS 2000/3000) delivered through a cohort model. Serve as instructor for Certificate in Leadership course sequence, facilitating courses with NSFT student staff enrollment, to integrate leadership development with practical application. Execute student leader development initiatives in collaboration with campus and community partners.
ORIENTATION PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY: Lead planning, implementation, and evaluation of all early-stage transition programming leading up to LEAP Week Extended Orientation with a focus on New Student Orientation. Lead the development, updates, and assessment of Online Welcome pre-orientation modules (Advantage Design Group platform). Plan and execute all aspects of in-person and virtual new student orientation sessions for freshmen, transfer, and special population students. Lead the creation and maintenance of post-orientation D2L modules supporting the early weeks of transition. Collaborate with campus partners on learning outcomes and presentation content. Create multi-year orientation schedules in collaboration with Enrollment Management leadership. Collaborate with Academic Advising and Student Success units on advising/registration program integration. Develop and implement specialized orientation programming for commuter, transfer, and first-generation populations. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Family Programs on family components of orientation.
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND DIGITAL LEARNING: Provide strategic direction for the student track within the Online Welcome platform. Guide development of post-orientation D2L modules supporting early-stage transition. Create and refine orientation session curriculum, including presentations, activities, discussion guides, and tour scripts. Integrate institutional priorities and compliance requirements into the orientation curriculum. Design training curriculum for campus presenters. Coordinate with the Assistant Director of Family Programs on curriculum alignment across student and family tracks.
INNOVATION AND ASSESSMENT: Provide strategic vision in the development of assessment strategies to measure early-stage transition effectiveness and the completion of learning outcomes to align initiatives with institutional goals and SEM objectives. Conduct data analysis and benchmarking to measure engagement impact, drive continuous improvement, and present actionable insights to leadership. Stay abreast of current trends in new student orientation and transition programming, maintaining best practices and anticipating future needs. Maintain professional development through NODA involvement/membership. Lead special projects and cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative student transition initiatives that support student success and retention goals. Research, pilot, and apply emerging best practices in new student orientation and transition, serving as a subject matter expert and consultant for campus-wide initiatives. Represent the Office of New Student & Family Transitions on institutional committees and task forces, completing special assignments to advance new student transition and retention efforts.
SUPPORT: Assist in all Office of New Student & Family Transition initiatives and programming to meet the mission of the department, including onsite facilitation of LEAP Week programming.
: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with one year of experience in higher education, student affairs, family programming, marketing, project management, or related field OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with two years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, student affairs, family programming, marketing, project management, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in higher education, student affairs, or related field. Experience building collaborative relationships with campus partners. Must be willing to become a member of NODA and either ACPA or NASPA. Experience in orientation programming or student transition services. Experience with student leadership development programs. Experience teaching academic courses. Experience with D2L and Slate or similar platforms. Project management experience or certification. Professional organization membership (AHEPPP, NASPA, ACPA).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of student development theory, orientation best practices, and first-year transition research.
Understanding of FERPA regulations and student privacy requirements.
SKILLS
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience in program planning, implementation, and assessment in higher education settings.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills with experience developing and mentoring student employees.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for audiences, including students, families, and campus partners.
Strong problem-solving and crisis management skills.
Budget management and resource allocation experience.
ABILITIES
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with stakeholders.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B10
Salary: $52,500/annually-$56,150/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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