ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, COLLEGE PREPARATION & OUTREACH

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One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

The Associate Director of College Preparation & Outreach provides strategic leadership and oversight for programs that support student academic success, college readiness, and persistence from high school through college completion. This role leads the Emerging Scholars program and oversees curriculum development and implementation for high school academic-year and summer programming. The Associate Director also directs comprehensive retention initiatives for college students, including mentoring, assessment, and coordination of the CPO Living-Learning Community, while collaborating with campus and community partners to advance institutional priorities. Performs other duties as assigned.

35% - Essential - Program Leadership & Oversight:
Provides leadership for CPO programs supporting student success across the K-college pipeline, with primary responsibility for the Emerging Scholars program. Oversees program planning, implementation, and continuous improvement. Ensures programmatic alignment with CPO goals and institutional priorities.
25% - Essential - Curriculum Development & Academic Programming:
Assists with the development and implementation of curriculum for high school academic-year and summer programming for CPO programs. Coordinates and executes recruitment efforts for CPO programs. Collaborates with internal staff, faculty, and partners to design engaging academic experiences that promote college readiness, persistence, and student success. Ensures curricular alignment across programs and educational stages.
20% - Essential - College Retention & Living-Learning Community Coordination:
Oversees comprehensive retention initiatives for college students, including mentoring structures, assessment practices, and coordination of the CPO Living-Learning Community. Works with campus partners to support student engagement, transition, and persistence through college completion.
15% - Essential - Assessment, Collaboration & Strategic Initiatives:
Assists with departmental assessment and data-informed decision-making to evaluate outcomes and inform continuous improvement. Collaborates with campus departments, school districts, and community partners to strengthen pathways, expand access, and ensure alignment with institutional and statewide initiatives.
5% - Essential - Other Duties as Assigned:
Performs other duties as assigned to fulfill the mission of the Department and Division.

Education -  Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 1+ years experience in student services programs.

Education -  Master's Degree
Work Experience - 5+ years experience in student services programs.

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

   Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
   Walk or move about
   Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
   Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

   No Work Conditions

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Hiring Range: $52,100 - $68,000
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

March 20, 2026

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.