Director Student Engagement

Job Summary:

The Director, Student Engagement for the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (IE&I) is responsible for student and community engagement for the Institute. Specific responsibilities will include programs assisting off-campus start-up ventures for local area underserved communities, attracting students across campus in new venture idea generation, and engaging University athletics in business school support programs for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL).

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Leads cross-campus entrepreneurial engagement by designing and executing programs such as startup weekends, ideation sessions, and interdisciplinary innovation challenges that activate students from every college. Ensures broad participation by building pathways for non-business students to enter and navigate TCU’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
2. Grows and supports student entrepreneurship organizations by advising leadership teams, coordinating resources, and aligning student-led initiatives with the university’s broader innovation strategy. Serves as a liaison between student orgs and campus partners.
3. Develops and manages campus-wide outreach campaigns that increase visibility, awareness, and access to entrepreneurial opportunities, ensuring consistent messaging across events, digital platforms, and academic units. Builds strong relationships with faculty and staff to embed entrepreneurship in courses, programs, and co-curricular experiences.
4. Owns entrepreneurial data tracking and analytics by building systems to collect, manage, and report participation, impact, and outcomes across all TCU entrepreneurship programs. Uses insights to inform strategy, improve program design, and support internal and external reporting needs.
5. Leads rankings strategy and submissions related to entrepreneurship and innovation by gathering required documentation, coordinating with university offices, and ensuring accurate and compelling representation of TCU’s ecosystem. Maintains a pipeline of ranking deadlines, metrics, and continuous-improvement steps.
6. Coordinates and drafts grant proposals that support entrepreneurship programming, student initiatives, and external partnerships. Works closely with faculty, advancement, and central university offices to identify funding opportunities and craft competitive submissions.
7. Fosters a vibrant and inclusive entrepreneurial culture by planning campus-wide events, collaborations, and campaigns that celebrate diverse founders and broaden access to entrepreneurial resources. Builds a consistent student engagement strategy that ties together communications, events, partnerships, and data-driven decision-making.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree.
• 3 plus years’ managerial experience.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Master’s in Business Administration.
• Prior experience in higher education.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of organizational management and problem-solving techniques.
• Knowledge of strong interpersonal skills and a highly capable communicator.
• Knowledge at networking in executive settings and developing strategic relationships.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Skill in oral and written communication and organizational techniques.
• Ability to comfortably facilitate discussion with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with a variety of constituents to include students, alumni, peers, advisory board members and business leaders.
• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as being a collaborative team member.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.