Serving as the inaugural director of a new unit, this leader will be a champion for living-learning programs (LLP) at University of Utah. The Director will promote, manage and measure the impact of a living-learning program that hosts over 20 living-learning and theme communities. Reporting to the Executive Director of HRE, this position will advance a collaborative and unrelenting commitment to the student experience. Student Affairs strategic plan at The University of Utah, Adapting to Student Needs, aspires for The U to be a destination for talented students, faculty and staff. One milestone toward attracting talented students is to offer exceptional living-learning environments for students.The Director will be responsible for ensuring living-learning programs effectively bridge academic and student life and are grounded in our collective commitment to student well-being. These programs will be exemplary laboratories for students to learn. This staff member will work closely with and provide guidance for program coordinators for living-learning and theme communities. As the inaugural staff member, the director will provide the vision for the expansion of the living-learning program area. It is anticipated that an associate director for this area will be onboarded prior to fall 2024.The Director will serve on HREs Senior Leadership Team and will join a talented team of housing professionals who are leading the University of Utah to the next phase of housing growth. The director must cultivate strong relationships with academic units, students, and program directors.Indicators of the positions success include measurable increases in number of students engaged in LLPs (across all student demographics), evidence of LLPs impact on students well-being and success, and evidence of deep engagement with program directors and academic units. The director must be able to demonstrate longitudinal programmatic success and strong partnerships with academic programs leading living-learning programs.CompensationSalary range: $95,000-$105,000Full University benefit plan: Immediate 14.2% University contribution to 401k retirement plan. Health and dental insurance options. 50% tuition reduction after 6 months of employment.Professional development funding.Essential PersonnelThis position is an essential personnel position for the department. As such, the individual must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing missions of the University.Background CheckA successful background check is required before a formal offer of employment can be made for this position.Student Affairs is comprised of nearly 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.Student Affairs departments serve all students at the University of Utah, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who come from a variety of backgrounds. In order to best support our students, it is important that staff stay aware of issues and best practices related to student development, identity, and sense of belonging, both locally and nationally.