Director of Access & Success

Director of Access & Success

The Director of Access & Success provides strategic leadership for academic support, disability services, and student wellness initiatives that promote equity, persistence, and holistic success. The Director oversees programs including academic coaching, tutoring, and accommodations, while coordinating university-wide efforts to create a culture of belonging, balance, and proactive student support.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, psychology, rehabilitation, education, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in student success, academic support, disability / access services, or related areas.
• Experience supervising professional staff and managing programs or services that directly support student learning and persistence.
• Knowledge of best practices in tutoring, academic coaching, and learning support for diverse learners.
• Understanding of data-informed decision-making and ability to interpret and apply data for program improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively across departments and functional areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in student support services.
• Organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives and competing priorities.
• Ability to use and support student success technology platforms (e.g., Starfish, Navigate, or similar case management tools).

Preferred Qualifications :

Job Duties :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter. If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email jennifer.tran@drake.edu.

Salary and Benefits : At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts.

Review of Applications Begins : A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.