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A College Director works closely with both faculty and administrative teams to ensure the college's strategic objectives are met. This collaboration often involves regular meetings, joint committees, and open communication channels to align on academic programming, student services, and operational efficiency. College Directors play a key role in facilitating interdisciplinary projects, resolving conflicts, and supporting professional development initiatives. By fostering a collaborative culture, they help create a cohesive environment that supports student success and institutional growth.

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To thrive as a College Director, you need strong leadership abilities, organizational management skills, and typically a master’s or doctoral degree in education or administration. Familiarity with academic information systems, budgeting software, and accreditation processes is essential. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic vision, and conflict resolution abilities help set top College Directors apart. These skills ensure effective institutional governance, academic excellence, and a positive campus environment.

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Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree; often master’s or higher; leadership experienceBachelor’s degree; relevant experience in program management
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, campus leadership rolesProgram-specific settings, student services offices
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The main difference is that a College Director oversees overall college operations and strategic planning, while a College Program Coordinator manages specific programs within the college. The Director typically has broader responsibilities and higher-level decision-making authority, whereas the Coordinator focuses on program implementation and student support.

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A College Director is a senior administrative professional responsible for overseeing the operations, programs, staff, and resources of a college or a specific division within a college. They provide strategic leadership, manage budgets, ensure compliance with educational standards, and work to create a positive learning environment. College Directors often collaborate with faculty, students, and external stakeholders to support the institution's goals and mission.
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Young Life College Director or Staff Associate

Young Life College Director or Staff Associate

Young Life

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Young Life rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 15 rated religious organizations

Job description

If you are currently on Young Life staff, pleasedo not apply through this external jobs board.To apply for internal job opportunities, log in to Workday and use theJobs Hub. Applying externally may delay your application and require you to resubmit internally.

Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.

Because of Young Life's exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief thateach and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

We are seeking a full-time Young Life College Director or Staff Associate to lead ministry on the Washburn University campus.

This mission of Young Life is to introduce adolescence to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith. The person we are looking for to fill this role will have a critical role in outreach (introducing adolescence to Jesus) and discipleship (helping them grow in their faith - which includes equipping and training college students to be Young Life leaders on middle school and high school campuses across Topeka).

The ideal candidate meets these criteria:

  • Deep love for Jesus
  • Heart for those who aren't following Jesus
  • Emotional maturity
  • Ability to build and lead a team

Job functions, in addition to direct-ministry work with students, will include raising financial support; recruiting and training volunteers to reach students on the WU campus; interacting with the YL College committee; communicating with other staff, donors, volunteers, and students; and completing various administrative tasks.

Young Life College, led by the YLC staff and committee, is one of five areas that make up the Greater Topeka Young Life Metro, encompassing 14 total staff members and 80+ volunteers (leaders and committee members) that serve over 1,400 students known across 9 campuses.

The city of Topeka has been the beneficiary of considerable investments made by local entrepreneurs who want the town to be a place where people are happy to live. Located an hour away from the Kansas City International Airport, Topekans appreciate a low cost of living, a small-town feel with all of the amenities you need, and generous hospitality by folks all across town.

YL Staff Associate IIISummary:
While implementing the necessary actions in his or her area to carry out Young Life's mission of introducing kids to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith, participate in a customized training program to become an area director while holding area responsibilities.
Ministry Functions:
Spiritual Development - "Following Jesus" includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.
  • Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.

  • Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church community.

  • Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.

  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.


    • Leadership Development - "Equipping leaders, committee and staff" includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.
  • Meet with your volunteer leaders and area leadership on a regular basis.

  • Learn to recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.

  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping to other leaders.

  • Assist in training leaders, team leaders and committee how to work effectively in teams and develop a yearly ministry strategy.

    • Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.
  • Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.

  • Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.

  • Observe and learn to network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community, including: principals, pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director.

  • Learn to plan and execute area fundraising events under the direction of an area supervisor and committee.

  • Attend committee and adult functions and assist in implementing TDS in the area as assigned.


    • Direct Ministry - "Proclaiming and modeling" includes contact work, club, Campaigners and camp.
  • Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.

  • Lead a team to plan and conduct a new or existing Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry with excellence.

  • Lead a team to implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for a ministry.

  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.

  • Observe and learn strategies of additional club ministries, including special ministry clubs, clubs in schools with special needs and more.

    • Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.
  • Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.

  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission-wide applications.

  • Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.

  • Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.

  • Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid; review them on a regular basis.

  • Probable work on personal leadership development in areas of strength, deficiencies or needs in preparation for area director or next position.

  • Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience and area needs.


    • Training:
  • Core Training - Phase One (New Staff Training, Leadership I, Leadership II, Apologetics and one Winter Training course are to be completed in the first two years.

  • Training may be supervised by a regional director, regional trainer or area to develop personal spiritual maturity and enhance personal character.

  • May include regional training meetings and ministry skills training assigned by the area director.

    • Education:
  • College degree preferred.

    • Qualifications Required for the Job:
    Experience in direct ministry.
  • Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.

  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

    • Work Conditions:
  • Includes the extremes of a camp including: heat/cold, dirt, long hours and the physical demands of hiking, horseback riding, boating and more. Staff person must be able to handle these conditions.

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