Assistant Director for First-Year Programs, New Student Programs
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Chicago, IL
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Full-Time
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$57K - $65K
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Operations
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August 6th, 2025
CRM
Edtech.com's Summary
Loyola University Chicago is hiring an Assistant Director for First-Year Programs in New Student Programs. This role leads and supports UNIV courses, first-year student and family communications, new student orientation, convocation, and other initiatives to promote student success and retention. The Assistant Director manages course scheduling, oversees student leader programming, coordinates living learning communities, teaches seminar courses, and collaborates on onboarding and transition programs for first-year and transfer students.
Highlights
Manage scheduling and instructor assignments for UNIV 101, 102, and 201 courses.
Support curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment of first-year and transfer seminar courses.
Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of NSP peer leaders and orientation leaders.
Coordinate marketing and communications with first-year families.
Collaborate with partners to support student onboarding, transition, and retention programs.
Teach sections of UNIV 101, 102, 112, and 201 each semester.
Support recruitment and supervision of graduate student workers for first-year programming.
Participate in university committees and serve as liaison to Scholars Programs and Career Services.
Proficiency with student information systems, Microsoft 365, CRM software (e.g., Slate), and assessment platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Campus Labs) preferred.
Requires a master's degree in higher education or related field and at least three years of relevant experience.
Annual salary range: $57,000 to $65,000.
Assistant Director for First-Year Programs, New Student Programs Full Description
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As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title | ASST DIR Position Number | 8102321 Job Category | University Staff Job Type | Full-Time FLSA Status | Exempt Campus | Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name | STUDENT ACADEMIC SERVICES Location Code | STUDENT TRANSITIONS & ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS (02043C) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No Duties and Responsibilities | Reporting to the Associate Director for New Student Programs, the Assistant Director for First-Year Programs provides institutional leadership and support for UNIV courses, first-year student and family communications, new student orientation, new student convocation, and other programs and initiatives that support new first-year and transfer students, foster a sense of belonging, and impact student success and retention.The Assistant Director will:
Manage UNIV 101, 102, and 201 course scheduling and instructor assignment process in collaboration with Student Academic Services, Registration and Records, and university partners. Support course administration, curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment for all UNIV first-year and transfer seminar courses. Collaborate with university partners to initiate, lead, and/or assist programs designed to support the onboarding, transition, and retention of first-year and transfer students. Oversee NSP student leader programming which includes the recruitment, training, and supervision of peer leaders who support UNIV courses and other first-year student engagement. Manage marketing and communications with first-year families, and coordinate evaluation and assessment efforts In collaboration with the Student Transitions and Academic Partnerships team and Residence Life, coordinate the logistics of Living Learning Communities. Teach sections of UNIV 101, 102, 112, and 201 each semester Support the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of graduate student workers to support first-year programming. Support the efforts of planning, implementing, and assessing new student orientation programs for first-year and transfer students and their families. Support NSP leader programming for new student orientation, which includes the recruitment, training, and supervision of orientation leaders. Collaborate on first-year student transition and success initiatives Represent New Student Programs on University committees as assigned; participate on internal and University-wide working groups and committees, as needed. Serve as liaison to Scholars Programs and Career Services in the Division of Student Success. Supporting programming and initiatives that fall under Student Transitions and Academic Partnerships (Tutorpalooza, Major/Minors Fair) Contribute to a positive team dynamic among staff and student leaders; contribute to collaboration across the university. In collaboration with the Student Transitions and Academic Partnerships team, coordinate the logistics of New Student Convocation. Participate in Student Academic Services signature programs, events, and activities, including but not limited to finals week proctoring and Undergraduate Admission open houses. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Master’s Degree in higher education or related field and knowledge of learning and tutoring theory. Three years’ experience. Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of related professional experience required; master’s degree preferred. Experience with first-year experience programming Experience supervising undergraduate student staff Experience with communications campaigns preferred Experience academically advising students preferred Experience teaching a first-year seminar preferred Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with University partners Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) with faculty, staff, students, and parents/families Ability to embrace, promote, and articulate the University’s Jesuit Catholic identity Certificates/Credentials/Licenses | Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of related professional experience required; master’s degree preferred. Computer Skills | Proficient computer skills, including experience using student information systems, database management, and Microsoft 365 Office suite. Experience with university admission CRM software (e.g., Slate) and assessment/evaluation platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Campus Labs), and communications software, preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities | Yes Required operation of university owned vehicles | Yes Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? | No Physical Demands | None Working Conditions | Irregular Hours Open Date | 08/05/2025 Close Date | Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate | $65,000/ann Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate | $57,000/ann Special Instructions to Applicants | As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago | Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
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