Assistant Director

West Texas A&M University; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

West Texas A&M University in Canyon, TX seeks an Assistant Director to support student engagement and campus programs. This on-site, full-time role focuses on advising the Campus Activities Board, leadership development, and coordinating community service opportunities for a vibrant student community.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organization, and collaborative skills, with a background in higher education or student-facing roles and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with diverse campus and community members.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Analytical problem-solving and sound decision making.
• Collaborative and professional cross-department teamwork.
• Proficiency with standard office software and email.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience preferred.
• Experience in higher education or student-facing roles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Advise Campus Activities Board and support student leadership development.
• Coordinate community service opportunities and campuswide initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to deliver high-quality student services.
• Provide responsive, student-centered service and contribute to a positive campus climate.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tech proficiency

Education background

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Description West Texas A&M University, part of the Texas A&M University System, is a public institution located in Canyon, Texas, just south of Amarillo. Established in 1910, the university has grown from a teacher’s college into a comprehensive institution offering 62 undergraduate, 41 master’s, and 1 doctoral program across multiple colleges and a graduate school. WTAMU has awarded more than 71,000 degrees and is recognized as “military friendly,” with academic programs acknowledged by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and The Daily Beast. The campus features notable facilities such as Buffalo Sports Park, home to one of the largest groupings of synthetic athletic fields in the United States, and an Advanced Wind Turbine Test Facility renowned worldwide. With award-winning programs, accomplished faculty, and competitive athletics, WTAMU provides a dynamic environment for learning and professional growth.

Role Description The Assistant Director role is a full-time, on-site position based at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, TX. The individual in this role will support the mission of the university through daily responsibilities that include advising Campus Activities Board, facilitationg leadership development and coordinating community service opprotunities while collaborating with faculty and staff, and providing high-quality service to students. The role also includes participation in campus initiatives, adherence to university policies and procedures, and contribution to a positive, student-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to interact effectively with diverse campus and community members.
• Candidates should possess organizational and time management skills, including attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and consistent follow-through on tasks and projects.
• Candidates should possess problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret information, recommend solutions, and make sound decisions aligned with university guidelines.
• Candidates should possess collaboration and interpersonal skills, including teamwork, professionalism, and the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
• Candidates should possess technology and office productivity skills, such as proficiency with common office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email) and the ability to learn university systems.
• Relevant education such as a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
• Experience in higher education, public institutions, or student-facing roles is beneficial.
• Demonstrated commitment to student engagement, ethical conduct, and support of the university’s mission and values is expected.