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University of Dayton

Director of Student Transitions and Family Programs

🇺🇸 Dayton, OH

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Project Management

🗓️ October 22nd, 2025

LMS

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Dayton is hiring a Director of Student Transitions and Family Programs. The role leads strategic planning and oversees onboarding programs such as New Student Orientation, Welcome Weekend, and Family Weekend. The Director supervises staff and collaborates with campus partners to enhance student engagement, success, and retention.

Highlights
  • Oversee development, coordination, implementation, and assessment of student onboarding programs
  • Lead strategic planning and departmental communication, technology, and leadership development
  • Directly supervise Assistant Director and indirectly supervise undergraduate student leaders
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure integrated onboarding experiences
  • Master’s degree required; preferred in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling, or related fields
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience; 5+ years preferred in student onboarding, engagement, or retention
  • Experience managing large-scale programs and supervising student leaders
  • Proficiency with IT systems such as TouchNet, BlackThorn, LMS
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and holidays
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and Catholic Marianist educational values