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Assistant Director of Mentorship Programs

Position Number: 6578295
Location: Seattle, WA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Assistant Director of Mentorship Programs

Seattle University

Assistant Director of Mentorship Programs

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Months Per Year: 12

Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Model: On-site

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University's Core Competencies

Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

Seattle University invites applications for an exciting and dynamic opportunity to serve as the Assistant Director of Mentorship Programs within the Division of Academic and Student Affairs and the Career Engagement Office.

Reporting to the Director of Career Engagement, this role leads the design, implementation, and growth of career-aligned mentorship programs that connect Seattle University students with alumni, employers, and industry professionals. By fostering meaningful mentorship experiences, the Assistant Director advances the university's mission of professional formation, supporting student career readiness, professional identity development, and long-term relationship building.

The successful candidate will bring strong program management skills, experience in relationship cultivation, and a data-informed approach to strategy. A collaborative spirit and deep commitment to social justice, equity, and student success are essential.

Key Responsibilities (40%)

Provide strategic leadership for mentorship programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and values of inclusion, social justice, and student success.

Collaborate with campus partners, Alumni Engagement, academic departments, and external stakeholders to build and sustain robust mentorship networks.

Oversee program operations including policy and procedure development, publicity, training, and resource creation.

Coordinate, plan, and implement mentor and mentee onboarding and training sessions.

Collect, analyze, and report program data to inform continuous improvement and demonstrate impact.

Approve, monitor, and support participants to ensure high-quality, sustainable program experiences.

Lead program expansion initiatives, cultivating relationships and partnerships that extend the reach of mentorship across campus and beyond.

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management (25%)

Collaborate with the Associate Director of External Relations to build and maintain relationships with alumni, employers, and industry professionals to build and diversify the mentor pool.

Collaborate with Alumni Engagement, Student Affairs, and faculty to identify opportunities for mentorship integration across the university.

Coordinate across campus to align mentor recruitment efforts, track alumni engagement, and ensure shared communication around mentorship activities.

Facilitate touchpoints (emails, optional events, office hours) with mentors and mentees to maintain momentum and troubleshoot as needed.

Provide training and support to mentors and mentees to ensure productive, inclusive, and sustainable relationships.

Student Experience & Support (15%)

Serve as the primary point of contact for student participants, offering support in the mentorship process, troubleshooting, and guidance throughout the mentorship cycle.

Collaborate with Career Education team in student learning and professional growth through mentorship by facilitating workshops, reflection activities, and goal-setting tools.

Develop culturally responsive materials and approaches that support the diverse identities and needs of Seattle University students.

Manage student recruitment for mentorship programs in collaboration with academic departments and student groups, with a focus on historically underrepresented and first-generation student populations.

Assessment & Reporting (10%)

Collect and analyze program participation data, outcomes, and feedback to inform program improvements and report impact to stakeholders.

Support assessment efforts in alignment with Career Engagement's learning outcomes and the broader University outcomes.

Support evaluation of mentorship programs through surveys, focus groups, and data reporting, and recommend long-term strategies for scalability and quality improvement.

Marketing & Communications (5%)

Create compelling outreach materials to recruit student mentees and professional mentors.

Manage mentorship program promotion across digital platforms, events, and campus communication channels.

Develop messaging that distinguishes the career-focused mentorship program from academic or identity-based offerings and communicates a clear value proposition to students and mentors.

Teams (5%)

Actively participate in team and division-wide initiatives, professional development, and interdepartmental events.

Contribute to committees, training, and staff development.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Demonstrated success in developing mentoring programs/ coaching, and/or advising and creating and implementing educational, career-related, or relationship development programs.
Experience identifying and cultivating relationships with industry professionals, mentors, and/or alumni.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse constituencies, including students, alumni, faculty, university leadership, and industry professionals.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated commitment to social justice.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative work style.
Familiarity with Microsoft Forms, Excel/Smartsheet, or CRM tools to manage participant data and track engagement is preferred.
Undergraduate degree in education, social sciences, business, or related field plus one to two years of experience in program coordination, student affairs, career services, alumni relations, or related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance

Salary Range: $62,000 - $64,000

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/

To apply, please visit: https://seattleu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/8/home/requisition/2959?c=seattleu