<p>Who We Are</p> <p>We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:</p> <ul> <li>Named one of the "Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs" by Diverse Magazine. </li><li>Serving a highly diverse student body (click here for more information). </li><li>Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility. </li><li>Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life. </li></ul> <p>Click here for more about Student Affairs.</p> <p>Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):</p> <p>Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of full-time administrative experience or experience in higher education. Project management experience. Experience with advancing student success/retention-related initiatives. Experience working with diverse student populations.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>Master's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in higher education or related field. Additional years (4 ) of full-time administrative experience or experience in higher education. Event/initiative coordination experience. Experience with Google Workspace, including experience creating electronic forms, managing and organizing data, and running basic queries or reports. Experience supervising or supporting student employees.</p> <p>Brief Description of Duties:</p> <p>The Assistant Director of Student Success and Retention is a newly created position within the Division of Student Affairs responsible for advancing campus-wide student success initiatives, with a particular focus on identified and priority student populations. This position reports to the Strategic Lead for Student Success and Retention and resides in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. The Assistant Director provides strategic leadership for data-informed outreach, innovative programming, and coordinated retention efforts that strengthen student engagement and institutional outcomes.</p> <p>The Assistant Director serves as a key connector between Student Affairs and Academic Affairs, translating institutional retention priorities into effective programs, partnerships, and student-centered strategies. This role combines direct program oversight with supervisory responsibility, cross-divisional collaboration, and continuous assessment to ensure high-impact, scalable retention initiatives.</p> <p>The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, administrative, and interpersonal skills; the ability to manage people and projects simultaneously; and a commitment to innovation, equity, and student-centered practice in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p> <p>Strategic Planning, Innovation, and Collaboration</p> <ul> <li>Lead the implementation of retention initiatives that promote belonging, persistence, and academic momentum, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and best practices. </li><li>Serve as a thought partner in the development of short- and long-term retention strategies, with particular emphasis on the first-year experience and early intervention. </li><li>Identify emerging student needs and institutional gaps, proposing creative, evidence-based solutions and pilot initiatives. </li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues who are part of the Division of Undergraduate Education, the Undergraduate Student Success Team, and the SUNY Academic Momentum initiative. </li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across all Division of Student Affairs areas, including Campus Residences; Career Center; CRAFT (Communications, Research, Assessment, Fundraising, and Technology) ; Student Health, Wellness, and Prevention Services; and Student Life. </li><li>Ensure consistency, quality, and intentional alignment of retention efforts across participating units and programs. </li></ul> <p>Program Management, Student Outreach, and Communication</p> <ul> <li>Provide leadership for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of structured outreach strategies that support first-year students who have been identified as at-risk of not being retained including out-of-state, international, and other identified populations-through proactive tracking, communication, check-ins, referrals, and coordinated support. </li><li>Develop innovative, value-added, student-centered programming that supports successful transitions for first-year students identified as most at-risk of not continuing their studies at Stony Brook. </li><li>Oversee the planning, execution, and assessment of retention-focused programs for identified student populations, ensuring effective logistics, communications, staffing, and outreach to maximize student engagement. </li><li>Supervise student assistants and oversee student mentor/buddy programs that support retention. </li><li>Collaborate with the CRAFT team on developing and implementing a communications strategy for the first-year students who are most at-risk of not continuing their studies at Stony Brook. </li><li>Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture that encourages creativity, continuous improvement, and shared ownership of outcomes. </li><li>Manage multiple concurrent initiatives, balancing strategic priorities with operational needs. </li></ul> <p>Data Tracking, Assessment, and Reporting</p> <ul> <li>Actively track key data to support and improve first-year student retention rates. </li><li>Regularly evaluate outreach models and program delivery to enhance effectiveness, scalability, and student impact. </li><li>Oversee the collection and analysis of participation data and outcome measures related to retention initiatives, using findings to inform strategic decisions and program improvements. </li><li>Analyze retention trends and student success data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for targeted intervention. </li><li>Translate assessment findings into actionable recommendations for leadership, supporting evidence-based planning and resource allocation. </li><li>Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and updates that communicate program effectiveness and impact to internal stakeholders. </li></ul> <p>Professional Development and Committee Involvement</p> <ul> <li> <p>Participate in professional development opportunities that support learning, growth, and skill development (e.g., training, workshops, webinars, committees).</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to the Division of Student Affairs and Stony Brook University by attending and/or supporting events, activities, and programs sponsored by areas outside of your individual unit/department (i.e. campus wide traditions, events, programs, etc.).</p> </li><li> <p>Represent Student Affairs on campus committees and working groups related to student success, retention, and first-year experience initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.</p> </li><li> <p>Evening and weekend work may be required at times.</p> </li></ul> <p>Special Notes:</p> <p>This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.</p> <p>Salary: $67,000-$73,000 $4,000 Location Pay = $71,000-$77,000 Total Compensation</p> <p>In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.</p> <p>Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.</p> <p>For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.</p> <p>Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.</p> <p>Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.</p> <p>If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.</p> <p>In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.</p> <p>Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.</p> <p>#LI-ES1</p> <p>'731045</p>