Job Description

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary

JOB TITLE:

Director, Arts & Sciences Student Success Center

JOB PURPOSE:

Manage and supervise the programs and staff of the College of Arts & Sciences Student Success Center which includes Outreach, Student Recruiting, Academic Advising, and Career Services. Provide operational leadership and strategic vision, which includes the oversight of programming, administration, fiscal planning/management, metrics, and supervision of professional and administrative staff. Lead the development and implementation of processes, procedures, and policies that impact enrollment management, academic advising, and career services. Develop, coordinate, and implement activities and programs including supervision of program components, fidelity, development, assessment, and staffing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and supervise the programs and staff of the Arts & Sciences Student Success Center which includes Student Recruiting, Academic Advising, Career Services, and K-14 Outreach. Provide operational leadership and strategic vision, which includes the oversight of programming, administration, fiscal planning/management, metrics, and supervision of professional and administrative staff.
• Support existing academic (faculty/professional staff) advising functions. Oversee the development and evaluation of a student success model that includes an undergraduate tiered advising and student support program, professional staff advising activities (where appropriate), and the training and support of new advisors (faculty and staff).
• Supervise staff who are responsible for academic advising and student support. Supervise staff who implement strategies to recruit and retain students. Supervise career services staff.
• Cultivate relationships with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for Arts & Sciences students.
• Supervise, manage, design, and develop initiatives and programs to promote and support Arts & Sciences students.
• Collaborate with college Dean, Associate Deans, Admissions personnel, and various other professionals on campus related to advising, recruiting, and career services programs.
• Develop and manage the student programs in regard to undergraduate experience, which may include professional development workshops, research opportunities, and field site visits.
• Coordinate the marketing and dissemination of information for college programs.
• Design and maintain databases for program assessment metrics. Provide administrative and management reports.
• Monitor student services and University policies to ensure organizational consistency and to enhance and align services. Enforce policies and procedures and compliance with academic requirements.

COMPETENCIES:

• Individual Leadership
• Collaboration
• Independence
• Innovation
• Strategic Planning
• Developing Organizational Talent
• Work Prioritization & Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, education counseling, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and working experience as outlined below.

EXPERIENCE: Five years working experience

LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Doctorate degree in higher education administration, student affairs, education counseling, or a related field
• Five years’ progressively responsible working experience in student success, academic advising, academic support, student retention, internships/career services, or a closely related area
• Experience working with degree programs and students in the arts, humanities, and/or social sciences
• Demonstrated experience supervising teams
• Experience with planning and leading large-scale programs and initiatives in higher education

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

For full consideration, applications must be received by May 17th, 2026.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email  jobapps@uwyo.edu 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/