Job Title:

Assistant Director, Student Leadership Development (Internal KSU Employees Only) 

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $52,232 - $55,000

Basic Function:

Assist in the development of a comprehensive and vibrant student leadership program which complements and supports the mission of the university and enriches the quality of student learning. Build and implement a student leadership experience which honors diversity and inclusion and enhances the development of students. Provide supervision of the Kent State University Leadership Center and its staff, programs and services. Advise Integrated and Panhellenic Greek Councils and serve as the liaison to the regional leadership and national organizations for the advised chapters. Reports to Associate Director, Student Leadership Development and Programs, Center for Student Involvement.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Examples of Duties:

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

Develop and implement programming related to wellness, hazing prevention, sexual violence prevention, risk management, leadership and other special programming topics as needed.

Provide day to day leadership of the Kent State University Leadership Center. Develop and implement strategies across the institution to host collaborative leadership programs in the center. Manage the daily operations of the center to include space reservations.

Lead and cultivate a vibrant student leadership development program which positively contributes to retention and student success.

Ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is integral to the design, planning, and implementation of all programs and services, marketing materials, and involvement opportunities Plan a robust annual schedule of leadership workshops, conferences and awards and recognition programs that meet the needs of students.

Develop and implement an assessment plan to determine program effectiveness and student learning. Utilize assessment data to improve or modify current program offerings and strategic initiatives.

Collaborate with colleagues to develop marketing initiatives for leadership development opportunities, including social media and newsletters.

Serve as Primary Advisor to Undergraduate Student Government and funding allocation process.

Supervise graduate assistants and student employees (i.e., peer leadership consultants and student leadership consultants) to include recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training, developing, and evaluating employees.

Teach the Collegiate Leadership Course.

Plan and manage annual budget.

Assist with general activities and programs sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement and Division of Student Affairs. Review and update policies and procedures; prepare annual evaluations and reports.

Serve on university committees as needed or requested by Associate Director.

Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in higher education, student personnel, or a relevant field.  Three years of relevant professional experience.  Must be able to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

License/Certification:

Not applicable.

Knowledge Of:

Personal computer applications (i.e. MS Office Suite)

Student leadership development theory

Budgeting

General university policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Skill In:

Written, verbal and interpersonal communications

Developing and adhering to budgets for projects

Prioritizing tasks/projects and meeting deadlines

Ability To:

Manage people and projects; work non-traditional hours

Work independently and as part of a team in a self-directed manner

Collaborate with a diverse group of constituents

Provide leadership and direction

Communicate effectively with all components of the university and external constituents

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

 Experience in academic research and/or administrative programming for leadership development.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

 None

Working Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Must be able to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. 

Additional Information:

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.

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.