Assistant Director, Student Organization Support INTERNAL ONLY POSTING FOR CURRENT KSU EMPLOYEES

Job Title:

Assistant Director Student Organization Support

Kent Campus - Kent OH

Salary:

$59961 - $70197

Basic Function:

Provide direction and operational oversight for leadership involvement and advising initiatives for hundreds of student organizations to thrive and contribute to a vibrant campus community. Oversee and work closely with staff to cultivate enriching experiences for commuter students and support key campus events and traditions. Foster student leadership development and collaborate extensively with faculty staff and community partners. Reports to Associate Director Community and Belonging or designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following:

Plan and implement leadership development opportunities for student leaders and student employees.

Oversee the current student engagement software platform.

Oversee and ensure compliance of student organization operations as they relate to university policies and procedures.

Serve as liaison between student organizations and campus administrators; assist in resolving conflicts.

Assist in program budgeting and planning for assigned organizations; monitor financial accounts of student organizations.

Facilitate successful program implementation by student organizations through providing expert guidance on best practices navigating campus procedures and efficiently processing work.

Manage and administer the annual student organization registration process oversee the verification of membership rosters and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Cultivate a welcoming and inclusive environment for commuter students.

Develop and implement targeted outreach strategies including newsletters campus media events and programming to connect commuter students with essential resources campus services and enriching experiences.

Serve on various department division and University committees as requested or assigned.

Represent the Associate Director in their absence.

Administer and document regular assessments that include student learning outcomes event results program reviews monthly and annual reports participation tracking and return on investment.

Implement practices that support Kent States recruitment retention and persistence goals.

Supervise assigned unclassified staff and student employees including but not limited to supervision recruitment scheduling performance evaluations and accountability.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in higher education student personnel or a relevant field. Three years of professional experience in a student services area.

License/Certification:

Not applicable.

Knowledge Of:

Student development theory *

Program oversight and evaluation *

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication

Developing implementing and evaluating projects from initiation to completion *

Supervising others

Developing and facilitating training programs *

Budget management

Ability To:

Respond calmly and quickly to challenging situations *

Work independently and as part of a team

Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments

Provide leadership and direction to others

Work nontraditional hours as required including evenings and weekends *

Travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally

Preferred Qualifications if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None.

Working Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor.

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind.

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