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Employer Name: Connecticut College

Connecticut College is a highly selective, private, coeducational liberal arts college located in southern New England overlooking the Long Island Sound and the Thames River in the historic seaport of New London, Connecticut. Founded in 1911, the College enrolls 1900 men and women from 42 states and 70 countries. The 750-acre campus is an arboretum, and is supported by a staff and faculty of more than 800. The mission of the College is to “educate students to put the liberal arts into action as citizens in a global society.” In addition, Connecticut College’s core values are academic excellence, diversity, equity and shared governance, education of the entire person, adherence to common moral and ethical standards, community service and global citizenship, and environmental stewardship. We are interested in candidates who are highly motivated to help the College community realize the institutional mission and, in particular, who have a demonstrated commitment to providing leadership in building equitable, diverse, and inclusive environments. A member of the Office of Student Engagement, the Assistant Director contributes to the mission of the department by developing, implementing, and supervising outdoor adventure-based programs, the club sports program, campus leadership/teambuilding initiatives, and providing departmental support for the comprehensive program offerings of the Office of Student Engagement. Master’s Degree in Student Personnel, Recreation, Experiential Education or similar discipline (preferred). 1-3 years of professional experience in a related field – preferably some experience working at a residential, liberal arts institution. Able to develop and sustain relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni and other constituent groups. Well-organized and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously. Capable of handling confidential information with a high level of integrity. Possesses strong public speaking and written communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to collaboration. Seeks opportunities to increase personal knowledge of student development theory, current trends and best practices.