Director of Duke's Time Away Office leading strategic direction and support for undergraduate student separation and return milestones. Collaborating campus-wide for efficient and student-centered practices.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic direction, workflow design, and operational structure of the Time Away Office
Streamline documentation, tracking, and communication processes to increase efficiency and reduce administrative burden
Oversee compliance of university leave and return documentation with Student Affairs and institutional policies
Guide development and use of data systems to track outcomes and inform decision-making
Manage the TAO budget and align resource allocation with Dean of Students Office priorities
Establish and maintain professional communication standards and templates
Provide leadership for Student Affairs–led time away and return practices
Lead high-impact or complex cases requiring executive-level judgment and cross-campus coordination
Establish standards for individualized time away and return planning that ensure clear academic expectations and support structures
Maintain periodic engagement with students during time away, reinforcing expectations and readiness for return
Oversee the multidisciplinary review process for return requests and recommendations
Serve as the primary Student Affairs liaison to academic deans on matters of time away and student return
Rebuild and sustain collaborative relationships across campus that support coordinated student-centered decision-making
Partner with academic and Student Affairs leaders to review and refine policies related to student separation and return
Represent the Time Away Office on university committees and initiatives
Provide briefings, consultations, and trainings for campus leaders on Student Affairs roles and processes
Lead, supervise, and mentor TAO staff
Delegate case management and administrative responsibilities effectively
Facilitate case consultation with an emphasis on consistency, assessment, and shared learning
Lead assessment of time away trends, student experiences, and return outcomes
Translate data insights into policy improvements and staffing recommendations
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to advance departmental, divisional, and institutional priorities.
Requirements
A master’s degree demonstrating strong knowledge of educational principles, curriculum development, instructional design, and analytical, organizational, and communication skills
At least four years of professional experience
Five or more years of progressive experience supporting students in a higher education or Student Affairs setting
Demonstrated leadership in complex, cross-functional initiatives
Professional grounding in counseling, education, social work, public health, or a related field
Experience providing strategic leadership within a Dean of Students or Student Affairs context
Proven success in staff supervision, development, and organizational leadership
Deep understanding of undergraduate student development and transitional support
Ability to use data to inform policy, decisions, and program improvements
Excellent oral, written, and intercultural communication skills
A strong commitment to advocating for students and ensuring equity and transparency in institutional processes.
Benefits
comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs
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