Job Title:

Assistant Director, Student Activities and Campus Events, RC

Salary:

 $52,232 - $69,854

Basic Function:

To manage student activities and related services at a regional campus; serve as liaison between student organizations and campus administrators; facilitate the co-curricular experience for all students; provide assistance and guidance to student groups in the planning, organizing, and delivering of student activities and university-wide programs, assist in campus recruitment and retention strategies. Reports to designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

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

Advise and provide direct developmental assistance to assigned student organizations in programmatic functions; attend official meetings, provide programming advice and facilitate events sponsored by assigned organizations; insure compliance with operational procedures, policies, and regulations concerning programming activities.

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

Serve as liaison between student organizations and campus administrators; assist in the resolution of conflicts.

Assist in the development and coordination of co-curricular services, programs, and events for Campus students, alumni, families, and community members; may coordinate workshops, conferences, and various program functions, awards, and ceremonies.

Coordinate various special events for the campus, to include events for employees (e.g., employee appreciation events, campus lunch and learns, wellness screenings, United Way campaign related activities) and other events (e.g., commencement, Earth Day and annual Fall festivities, Dean's events, and community-based events).

Oversee logistics for special events including guest lists, set up, ticket distribution, workflow, timeline and budgeting.

Coordinate with various community groups through holding walks or meetings on campus.

Review and update policies and procedures; prepare annual evaluations and reports.

Provide staff and student organization training and development.

Assist with other student services initiatives and activities as assigned.

Provide direct supervision of classified, unclassified, and student employees

Establish a working relationship with Alumni, update database, offer alumni events and support in other areas such as internships.

Serve on various university committees.

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' experience coordinating student activities.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

Program development as it relates to student life activities
Project Management
Mediation, negotiation, and dispute resolution *

Skill In:

Interpersonal and written communication
Computer application to develop and create reports, bulletins, flyers and/or other informational literature as needed, including proficiency in Microsoft applications *
Training and presentations *

Ability To:

Work independently and as part of a team in a self-directed manner
Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments *
Read and understand complex documents such as University Life: Digest of Rules and Regulations, and university policy *
Analyze and interpret policies and procedures *
Be results and people oriented
Manage staff (including students) and projects
Work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends and evenings

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Not applicable.

Working Schedule:

  WORK A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE INCLUDING OCCASIONAL WEEKENDS AND EVENINGS. 

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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Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.