Assistant Director- Miller Wellness Center Counseling

South Dakota State University (SDSU) Miller Wellness Center Counseling Services is looking for a new Assistant Director.  SDSU is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and the holistic development of students. As the Assistant Director for the Miller Wellness Center Counseling, you will play a pivotal role in the overall well-being and success of students by working closely with the Director and counseling staff.   This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefit-eligible position.   The mission of South Dakota State University Student Health Clinic and Counseling Services is to promote the health and wellness of the university community, to enhance student retention, and to support academic and personal success of all students. We specialize in college health, offering high-quality health care services. We understand today's college students and are committed to assisting with students with their healthcare needs.  South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.  Sponsorship is not available for this position. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for leadership and supervision of the SDSU Counseling Services. Maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and university administrators; provide training and consultation regarding the prevention and early intervention of mental health problems which may jeopardize a student’s success or compromise the safety and wellbeing of the campus community; and participate in university-wide efforts to support and improve student life and retention. BENEFITS:South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave.  Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.  We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays.  Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master’s degree in Counseling or directly related field completed by date of application;At least three years of experience monitoring programs that have contributed to student success:Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing;Ability to create and facilitate presentations, reports, portfolios, and other documents;Ability to communicate with individuals of various backgrounds; andAbility to communicate knowledge of complexities of college mental health delivery services. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Previous experience in a leadership role in a college setting; Previous supervisory experience;Demonstrated ability to provide vision, training, supervision and leadership to a department;Strong relationship management skills and demonstrated commitment to student learning; andDoctorate degree. APPLICATION PROCESS:This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.  Email applications will not be accepted.  Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.   Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.    South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment.   It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students.  This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.