Assistant Director for Student Organizations

100 Miami University; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University is seeking an Assistant Director for Student Organizations within the Student Engagement department. The role oversees recognition, leadership transitions, and advisory support to student groups.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (education, business, communications, social work, or related) and at least 6 months in student activities or advising; a master’s degree is preferred, with 1 year related experience. Normal hours apply with some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, communications, social work, or a related field.
• 6 months experience in student activities, student organization advising, leadership development, student unions, or a related area, including experience working with or advising student groups.
• Master’s degree in college student personnel, student affairs, higher education, or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in student organization administration, leadership education, event oversight, risk management, financial stewardship, staff supervision, or assessment of programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee student organization recognition, eligibility, records, and leadership transitions; help organizations grow and remain active.
• Advise student leaders on managing their organizations, recruiting and retaining members, working together, and resolving conflict; encourage ownership and accountability.
• Guide organizations on event planning, contracts, insurance, travel, fundraising, and finances; work with campus partners to address concerns and meet university requirements.
• Support organization finances and student government funding; help groups manage funds responsibly, maintain accurate records, and follow financial requirements.
• Lead programs that strengthen student organizations, increase involvement, and support student learning and belonging.
• Develop and deliver training that prepares student leaders and advisors to lead effective organizations and meet university expectations.
• Support organization advisors with guidance, resources, and clear expectations for their role.
• Manage student organization systems, communications, and resources; keep information accurate, accessible, and up to date.
• Recruit, train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned student employees.
• Assess student participation, learning, organization effectiveness, and services; use data and feedback to improve programs and guide decisions.
• Build campus and community partnerships, serve on relevant committees, and contribute to departmental planning, outreach, and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department’s mission.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Policy Knowledge

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, business, communications, social work, or related field

Master’s degree in college student personnel, student affairs, higher education, or related field

Job description

Job Title and General Information

Assistant Director for Student Organizations Department Student Engagement Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum 48,000 Position Salary Maximum 50,000 Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-10-26

Job Description

• Oversee student organization recognition, eligibility, records, and leadership transitions; help organizations grow and remain active.
• Advise student leaders on managing their organizations, recruiting and retaining members, working together, and resolving conflict; encourage ownership and accountability.
• Guide organizations on event planning, contracts, insurance, travel, fundraising, and finances; work with campus partners to address concerns and meet university requirements.
• Support organization finances and student government funding; help groups manage funds responsibly, maintain accurate records, and follow financial requirements.
• Lead programs that strengthen student organizations, increase involvement, and support student learning and belonging.
• Develop and deliver training that prepares student leaders and advisors to lead effective organizations and meet university expectations.
• Support organization advisors with guidance, resources, and clear expectations for their role.
• Manage student organization systems, communications, and resources; keep information accurate, accessible, and up to date.
• Recruit, train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned student employees.
• Assess student participation, learning, organization effectiveness, and services; use data and feedback to improve programs and guide decisions.
• Build campus and community partnerships, serve on relevant committees, and contribute to departmental planning, outreach, and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, communications, social work, or a related field.
• 6 months experience in student activities, student organization advising, leadership development, student unions, or a related area, including experience working with or advising student groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in college student personnel, student affairs, higher education, or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in student organization administration, leadership education, event oversight, risk management, financial stewardship, staff supervision, or assessment of programs and services.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sound judgment and the ability to apply policy consistently.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with appropriate autonomy.
• Understanding of college student development and effective advising.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and support students with varied backgrounds and experiences.
• Proficiency with technology used for program administration, communication, and assessment.

Work Schedule

Normal working hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support student programs and departmental responsibilities.

Additional Position Information

Required Application Documents Resume/CV and cover letter Special Instructions (if applicable) None

Remote Work For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

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About Miami University

Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution towards the Miami experience. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University’s Mission.