Harvard University
Director, Student Center at Harvard Griffin GSAS
Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Company Overview
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Job Description The Director of the Harvard Griffin GSAS Student Center reports to the Dean of Students and will lead the Student Center, partnering with student groups, campus offices, and the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences community to develop and implement programming that meets the needs of a diverse student body.
Responsibilities
Help direct the implementation of the Student Center’s vision, goals, and programming priorities in collaboration with the Dean of Students, senior staff, and campus partners.
Support the development, coordination, and promotion of events and initiatives that engage the Harvard Griffin GSAS community across the Cambridge, Allston, and Longwood campuses.
Help lead efforts related to Center branding, communications, and outreach in consultation with the Dean of Students.
Coordinate logistics for civil discourse programming, professional development initiatives, and other Center-sponsored activities.
Represent the Student Center and GSAS Student Affairs on various high-level committees within Harvard Griffin GSAS and across the University.
Direct the Center’s administration in the selection, training, and supervision of Harvard Griffin GSAS Student Center Fellows.
In coordination with the Assistant Director of the Student Center, supervise and advise the 50+ GSAS student groups.
In collaboration with Harvard Griffin GSAS Alumni Relations, help foster connections between student groups and alumni, and help identify and develop funding sources for initiatives specific to the Student Center.
Evaluate methods for student outreach, including new technological systems.
Produce and review reports, data, and assessments for continual program improvement.
Generate and manage the Student Center budget.
Hire and supervise staff, assign and review work, conduct annual performance reviews.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting on the Cambridge, MA campus. Most work is on‑campus, with some hybrid work possible.
Programming may occur on nights and weekends during the academic year; presence and involvement at these events is important.
Physical Requirements
Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrated record of effective leadership in higher education and prior work with graduate students; strong collaborator with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Experience developing successful community and student engagement opportunities, including event planning experience.
Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills with proven ability to work across an organization, including senior‑level managers and faculty.
Experience developing complex budgets; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills.
Team leadership and people management experience.
Knowledge of online student engagement tools (e.g., Campus Labs Engage platform).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred).
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one.
Retirement plans with university contributions.
Wellbeing and mental health resources.
Support for families and caregivers.
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement.
Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Description The Director of the Harvard Griffin GSAS Student Center reports to the Dean of Students and will lead the Student Center, partnering with student groups, campus offices, and the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences community to develop and implement programming that meets the needs of a diverse student body.
Responsibilities
Help direct the implementation of the Student Center’s vision, goals, and programming priorities in collaboration with the Dean of Students, senior staff, and campus partners.
Support the development, coordination, and promotion of events and initiatives that engage the Harvard Griffin GSAS community across the Cambridge, Allston, and Longwood campuses.
Help lead efforts related to Center branding, communications, and outreach in consultation with the Dean of Students.
Coordinate logistics for civil discourse programming, professional development initiatives, and other Center-sponsored activities.
Represent the Student Center and GSAS Student Affairs on various high-level committees within Harvard Griffin GSAS and across the University.
Direct the Center’s administration in the selection, training, and supervision of Harvard Griffin GSAS Student Center Fellows.
In coordination with the Assistant Director of the Student Center, supervise and advise the 50+ GSAS student groups.
In collaboration with Harvard Griffin GSAS Alumni Relations, help foster connections between student groups and alumni, and help identify and develop funding sources for initiatives specific to the Student Center.
Evaluate methods for student outreach, including new technological systems.
Produce and review reports, data, and assessments for continual program improvement.
Generate and manage the Student Center budget.
Hire and supervise staff, assign and review work, conduct annual performance reviews.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting on the Cambridge, MA campus. Most work is on‑campus, with some hybrid work possible.
Programming may occur on nights and weekends during the academic year; presence and involvement at these events is important.
Physical Requirements
Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrated record of effective leadership in higher education and prior work with graduate students; strong collaborator with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Experience developing successful community and student engagement opportunities, including event planning experience.
Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills with proven ability to work across an organization, including senior‑level managers and faculty.
Experience developing complex budgets; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills.
Team leadership and people management experience.
Knowledge of online student engagement tools (e.g., Campus Labs Engage platform).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred).
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one.
Retirement plans with university contributions.
Wellbeing and mental health resources.
Support for families and caregivers.
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement.
Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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