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Job #  | 042066
Department Code  | 40301-1201
Department  | Student Experience
Job Title  | Executive Director
Location  | Syracuse, NY
Pay Range  | $120,000 - $134,640
Pay Determination  | Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level  | S6
FLSA Status  | Exempt
Hours  | Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type  | Full-time
Campus  | Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code  | Not Applicable
Job Description  | The Executive Director of Intercultural Engagement is responsible for advancing the Student Experience Division’s belonging and access objectives through programming, education, and community building. The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight to the Intercultural Collective ensuring a vibrant, safe, engaging, and educational environment for all students.

The Executive Director plays a critical role in student success by working collaboratively with key campus partners to increase student’s sense of community and access to educational and co-curricular engagement by facilitating opportunities that recognize and support all students; ensuring they have a place to connect on campus and learn from each other. The Executive Director serves on the Student Activism Engagement Team.
Education and Experience  | Master’s degree in a related field such as higher education, student affairs, educational leadership, student personnel services. Eight (8+) plus years of progressively responsible experience in Student Affairs or Higher Education, to include previous management or supervisory experience. Knowledge of assessment, evaluation and planning, data collection, reporting, and synthesizing information for reporting. Proven experience in development of personnel in the workplace and working through personnel issues with full-time employees
Skills and Knowledge  | Must demonstrate knowledge of student development and an understanding of current issues and best practices in inclusive experiences, community building and access in higher education settings. Able to formulate policies and procedures to organize department for effectiveness and efficiencies Evidence of successfully working with students and their parents/families. Proven experience working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels in a complex institution, as well as with various external partners. Proven experience in supervising full-time staff. Demonstrated experience effectively working and establishing rapport with diverse populations inclusive of gender, race/ethnicity, religion, country of origin, sexual orientation, class, veteran status, and disability. Excellent oral and written communication skills. The ability to lead, multi-task, and remain calm in the midst of highly tense situations; crisis management skills.
Responsibilities  | Provide leadership and fiscal oversight to the following: Disability Cultural Center, the Center for International Services, LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Kessler Scholars, and Belonging and Student Success Programs. Oversees ongoing efforts to develop and implement departmental strategic plans, including assessing program outcomes, services that will further enhance the student experience. Supervises a team of professionals, graduate assistants, and student assistants, including hiring, training, professional development, and performance management. Work closely with the Student Experience leadership team to ensure a vibrant, safe, engaging, and educational environment for all students. Collaboration, outreach, and relationship building with colleagues across campus, including student support staff in academic units, and in the city of Syracuse. Serves on the Student Activism Engagement Team.
Physical Requirements  | Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment  | Not Applicable
Application Instructions  | In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University  | Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area  | Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement  | Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans  | Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community  | Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.


Quick Link  | https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/110221
Job Posting Date  | 07/15/2025
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