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Assistant Director - Capitol Campus

Georgetown University
life insurance, tuition assistance
United States, D.C., Washington
Jun 12, 2025
Assistant Director - Capitol Campus Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements Over the last several years Georgetown has expanded its footprint into the neighborhood near the Capitol, with undergraduate and graduate students joining the vibrant Law Center community. Georgetown's growing footprint in the shadow of the Capitol at the heart of Washington, D.C. offers students exceptional opportunities to work, learn, and serve in a city that shapes the world. The Capitol Campus student population includes undergraduate, graduate and law students. The Assistant Director will be part of a new team of Student Affair professionals at the Capitol Campus and will be responsible for overseeing student support and programming designed to promote a collaborative, integrated, community, create a sense of affinity to the campus and a sense of belonging for all capitol campus students. The Assistant Director for the Capitol Campus supports the overarching vision, mission, and strategic framework of Student Affairs at the Capitol Campus. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students, this position assists in creating the vision and building a shared community through developing, implementing, and assessing a broad range of programs and building environments; supporting, nurturing and encouraging student growth; and promoting health and well-being. Additional duties include, but are not limited to: Oversee the management and advising of co-curricular educational opportunities for students at the Capitol Campus, including programming that connects members of the capitol campus, promotes health and wellness, and addresses community and personal responsibility. Participate in the leadership of the Division of Student Affairs presence at the Capitol Campus through supervision of two full-time Program Coordinators. Assist the Associate Dean in managing a fast-paced, changing environment while maintaining an educational focus, providing additional capacity in emergency situations. Uphold clear standard procedures and policies, supervising and coaching subordinate staff to exercise independent thinking and judgment. Routinely work nights and weekends during heavy programming and training seasons, covering weekly board meetings, and other meetings as appropriate. Work Interactions This position reports directly to the Associate Dean of Students for the Capitol Campus and will work with diverse colleagues in the Division of Student Affairs as well as Capitol Campus partners, including within Mission and Ministry, academic units, and student services. This position has significant interaction with students, in advisory, conduct, and mentoring capacities. This position collaborates with Capitol Campus partners, including within Mission and Ministry, academic units, and student services. This position interacts with Washington, DC partners, including those from community-based organizations, DC and federal government, and District based cultural institutions. As necessary, this position interacts with emergency personnel, alumni, parents/families, and faculty. The Student Affairs office is a fast paced, student-centered environment. Student contact is extensive and substantive. Staff members work collaboratively within the office and with many other university-wide constituent groups including the HillTop campus. Staff members are expected to exercise a high degree of responsibility and independent judgment and to work irregular and sometimes long hours. Requirements and Qualifications Master's degree in higher education or a related field Three to five years of relevant experience within student affairs, student formation, and/or student leadership development, and/or comparable experience Knowledge of student development theory, and compliance with speech and expression, Title IX, and other pertinent higher education policies Flexibility in work schedule is required (to account for night and weekend coverage) Prior experience in campus-based event planning, mentoring students, and advising student organizations Experience with compliance issues such as speech and expression, Title IX, and other pertinent higher education policies An understanding of Jesuit higher education and knowledge of Washington, DC is a plus Ability to take an educational approach to advising students through difficult, sensitive and public situations Strong communication skills and a high degree of discretion with regard to sensitive matters related to student decision making and leadership behavior Highly motivated, self-starter and an effective communicator within the Student Affairs team Experience working with college students, familiarity with university culture, and working in and with diverse communities preferred Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as On-Campus at the Capitol Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions. Need Assistance: If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu. Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website. EEO Statement: GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website. 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