Associate Director, Sue Gin Scholar Success Initiatives

The Highlights : The Sue Gin Scholarship Program (SGSP) Associate Director for Scholarship Success Initiatives plays a vital role within the leadership and organizational structure of the Office of Multicultural Student Success (OMSS). This position advances the University's mission by supporting the retention, success, and engagement of donor-funded scholarship recipients. In addition, the Associate Director ensures the effective execution of the Sue Gin Scholarship Program and Gift Agreement, elevating their impact while fostering academic excellence, leadership development, and student success.

The SGSP Associate Director serves as the primary care specialist and campus responder to Sue Gin Scholarship awardees. The Associate Director collaborates closely with partners across Financial Aid, Admissions, Housing & Residence Life, Career Services, Donor-Relations, and Mission & Ministry to ensure wraparound support for the Sue Gin scholarship cohort. The SGSP Associate Director provides direct supervision and leadership support to the Assistant Director for Scholarship Success and team of graduate-level professionals that will help ensure the success of the program and participants within.

What You'll Do :

• Case Management : Manage the inaugural Sue Gin Scholarship student portfolio, serving as the primary internal care specialist for donor-funded scholarship recipients. Coordinate an institutional support team that includes representatives from the Office of Financial Aid, Admissions, Housing & Residence Life, the Career Center, ACE, and Mission and Ministry. Oversight of important processes related to the Sue Gin Scholarship Program such as recruitment, selection, campus visits, orientation, coaching, and specialized programming. Support the management of escalated student cases and serve as a crisis responder as part of their core responsibilities.
• Supervision : Provide direct supervision and managerial support to the Assistant Director for Scholarship Success, a team of eight part-time graduate-level professionals and leadership support to a team of student employees and interns. Managerial responsibilities include BlueSky approvals, staff development, operations management and compliance.
• Assessment and Project Management : Responsible for the development, facilitation and assessment of both external and internal donor-funded scholar’s programs. Responsible for developing quarterly academic performance and engagement reports as requested by members of the Advancement and Donors Relations Team. Responsible for the quarterly maintenance of student data and reports.
• Budget and Operations Management : Shared responsibility in the oversight of the following OMSS department cost-centers, OMSS department budget, Scholarship Spendable and Endowment funds and Emergency Support funds. Responsible for the oversight of direct reports purchasing and reconciliation compliance. Assist with OMSS department operations and establish customer service standards.

What You'll Need :

progress, and guidance on university resources.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is : XX to XX.  The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks :

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission :

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check :

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.