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Director of Student Engagement

Cuesta College

Director of Student Engagement

Cuesta College

Salary: $113,316.00 - $137,736.00 Annually

Job Type:

Job Number: FY2526-00090

Location: San Luis Obispo & North County Campus, CA

Department: Student Success & Support Programs

Closing: 1/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description Summary

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the area Administrator, the Director of Student Engagement will provide leadership in the development and implementation of College-wide activities in the office of Student Life and Leadership and student engagement programs at all campus locations. The Director serves as an advisor to the associated student government, Inter-Club Council and student clubs to encourage the development of student groups. The position is responsible for creating, implementing, and facilitating opportunities for co-curricular learning and student leadership development; and will also promote proactive student engagement and retention activities.

• Cultivate a dynamic and student-centered environment that provides a model of excellence for student engagement and community building;

• Establish, lead, and manage new and existing programs and services, including but not limited to, Associated Student of Cuesta College (ASCC) leadership development, Basic Needs Center, Multi-Cultural programs, and student engagement programs;

• Work with student clubs/organizations to plan, organize and supervise, educational, recreational, social and cultural programs;

• Engage students, staff and faculty to promote and create campus -wide engagement opportunities and an environment of inclusion. Engage students, inform and develop their skills, increase student satisfaction and positively impact student engagement.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Where You Will Work

Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Who We Are

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

• Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html

• The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html

• Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html

• We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/index.html

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assure the provision and support of a student-center, customer-service oriented environment for the delivery of all department functions and direct all aspects of a campus-wide in-reach and outreach program;

• Promote and maintain integrity, accuracy, and timeliness in the delivery of services to students using a Guided Pathways framework;

• Implement policies of the college and ensure that the department personnel and programs strive to achieve the college mission, vision and institutional goals;

• Provide supervision and leadership for the day-to-day operations of the Student Life & Leadership Office, Basic Needs and student engagement programs;

• Provides supervision and leadership for the student government, the Associated Students of Cuesta College (ASCC), clubs and organizations, civic engagement and community service activities;

• Plan, implement and evaluate co-curricular student activities which provide a welcoming campus environment and which support student recruitment, engagement, retention and the successful achievement of academic and career goals;

• In collaboration with Associated Students, Student Success & Support Programs and Instruction, oversee and assist in developing activities, events and programs designed for the social, cultural and instructional development of students and enhance awareness about community inclusion;

• Exercise leadership in the management, development, and long-term planning of college-wide activities and student engagement programs;

• Provide and conduct leadership seminars, training, workshops and campus-wide events for students, student government organizations, and other student groups and organizations;

• Provide support, and direction to student groups, organizations and advisors through leadership and resource development. This includes organizational support to student clubs and individuals;

• Supervises and maintain a master calendar of student activities and events;

• Direct program coordination activities with other student services functions and instructional programs; provide technical expertise and input concerning student activities;

• Enforce rules and regulations in accordance with appropriate District policies which include the Student Rights and Responsibilities and Student Code of Conduct. Adhere to and guide students to adhere to applicable District policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws related to student government, campus events, and student activities and programs;

• Maintain the Student Handbook and other publications directed towards students, and ensure they are updated in compliance with board policy, administrative procedure, and other applicable guidance.

• Arrange for college representation at conferences and meetings concerning student groups; represent college administration at student government conferences; exercises supervision of students attending local, statewide, and national conferences/seminars;

• Advise Student Government, conduct orientation and training for newly elected student leaders to ensure active participation in campus and district-shared governance committees;

• Engage in the participatory governance processes through serving on District wide committees and division meetings;

• Participate in the selection and employment recommendations of regular and temporary staff within areas of responsibility and in departments throughout the District;

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of classified personnel within areas of responsibility;

• Provide oversight of strategic planning and educational master planning efforts related to assigned programs including participation in Institutional Program Planning and Review (IPPR);

• Research changes and innovations in programs including the identification and use of learning outcomes, student engagement, student support, maintaining currency of emerging models and lead the exploration of program improvements;

• Provide for and assist in the design and implementation of activities to promote and support professional development of faculty and staff within their respective fields;

• Develop and monitor departmental budgets for assigned programs; develop ASCC budgets in accordance with District policies and applicable regulations;

• Oversee the financial management of ASCC including the monitoring of student club/organization accounts. Exercises management oversight and monitoring of the Associated Students annual budget; area and program budgets and authorize expenditures of funds;

• Administer and monitor the college's free speech areas and the college's poster policy, including use of marquees, electronic sign board and other publicity tools on campus;

• Develop and administer periodic student data surveys in collaboration with the Institutional Research Department and Information Technology as required by the District, Federal, State, and local agencies;

• Integrate innovative technology to remain current and effective in meeting students' needs;

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

a) Possession of a bachelor's degree; and

b) One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment

Preferred

• Master's degree in either Guidance/Counseling, Human Development, Psychology, Social Science, Business, Recreation or Student Development.

Experience:

Required

• Minimum two years' work experience in higher education in the area of student services, student activities and direct service to underrepresented and disadvantaged students.

Preferred

• Management or leadership experience

• Experience with college student leadership development

• Experience working and providing intervention to college students lacking basic needs and other barriers to well-being

• Experience working with an urban/diverse student population

• Experience with managing business social media accounts.

• Experience with conflict resolution

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of administration;

• Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software; and

• Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and

• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;

• Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time;

• Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and

• Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates:

Required

• Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.

Additional Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY

Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

• Cover letter;

• Resume;

• Reference List (see further instructions below);

• Unofficial transcripts;

Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.

Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.

San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/community/publicsafety/crime-information/clery-act.html

Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview on Tuesday, February 17,2026

Second interviews will be held on Friday, February 20,2026.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/6730527

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.

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