Assistant Director of Academic Support

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Title Assistant Director of Academic Support FLSA Exempt Department Student Academic Success Office Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana is seeking to hire an Assistant Director of Academic Support. The

Assistant Director will coordinate a comprehensive Peer Led Supplemental Instruction Program

with a focus on providing academic support for students enrolled in more rigorous collegiate

level coursework.

The Assistant Director is a member of the Office of Academic Support (OAS) and is also charged

with providing guidance and creating/implementing innovative approaches that are centered

on strengthening students' academic foundation and enhancing their success. AA/EOE

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Two years of experience coordinating academic support services in higher education (i.e., tutoring, supplemental instruction)
• Experience recruiting, supervising, and training collegiate student workers
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially with students
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a highly collaborative environment
• Excellent oral, written communication skills
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of product

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, student personnel, or STEM related field from an

accredited college or university.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in academic support services, tutoring, and/or Supplemental

Instruction

Special Requirements Summary

Local and regional travel required.

Work Hours

Full time - Some evenings and weekends required.

KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

Master's degree from an accredited college or university

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

• Provide oversight for operational activities of the SI Program
• Collaborate with Department Heads and faculty to identify SI courses
• Coordinate all SI course needs, meetings, and activities
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and train Supplemental Instruction Leaders
• Promote the SI program to the college community, including establishing and maintaining lines of communication between students, participating course instructors, and SI leaders.
• Work closely with the OAS team to coordinate additional academic support programs and initiatives to meet the needs of students- identify the problem & create marketing
• Coordinate promotional and marketing needs of the office
• Work with appropriate university offices (i.e., IRDS) to evaluate the effectiveness of academic support programs
• Other duties as assigned

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S501P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 09/01/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Date 08/07/2026 Application Review Date Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Attach online only your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for threereferences.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3928

About Xavier

About Xavier

Xavier University of Louisiana, founded by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, is Catholic and historically Black. The ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation