Assistant Director of Student Activities and Orientation

South Dakota State University; Brookings (SD); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Tuition benefits for state-supported课程

Zusammenfassung

South Dakota State University is seeking an engaged leader to serve as Assistant Director of Student Activities and Orientation in Brookings, SD. You will oversee student outreach for RSOs, NSO, and campus programs, guiding staff and student employees.

The role focuses on training, event programming, and marketing strategies to enhance the student experience. Required: master’s in a relevant field, 3+ years in Student Affairs, budget management, and strong communication skills.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Administration, College Student Personnel, or related field by start date.
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience working in Student Affairs.
• Experience advising or supervising student or professional personnel.
• Ability to manage budgets and allocate resources.
• Ability to plan, develop, coordinate and implement university programs.
• Experience with student leadership development, student organizations, and event programming.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Aufgaben

• Supervise Program Advisors.
• Lead student outreach functions of the Office of Student Activities, including RSO support and recognition.
• Develop and lead university-required training for student organization leadership and faculty/staff advisors.
• Create and execute social media and other marketing messaging to promote services and processes.
• Oversee programmatic efforts for Fraternity & Sorority Life, University Programs, and University Traditions.

Kenntnisse

Budget management

Event programming

Student leadership development

Communication skills

Team leadership

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration

Jobbeschreibung

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking a dynamic and people-centered leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of Student Activities and Orientation. In this key role, you will lead all student outreach functions for the Office of Student Activities within the Department of Student Union & Activities, providing support and oversight to all student-centered organizations as well as New Student Orientation. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

The Department of Student Union & Activities is housed within the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. The division cultivates enrollment, student success and opportunity for all through innovative programs, intentional experiences, exceptional services, and premier facilities to enrich student development, promote wellbeing, and foster learning in a vibrant community.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise Program Advisors.
• Lead student outreach functions of the Office of Student Activities within the Department of Student Union and Activities, which include registered student organization (RSO) support, new RSO recognition, performance contract preparation and execution, assessment of student learning outcomes, program budget oversight, and Jacks Club Hub digital tool for RSO leaders and advisors.
• Develop and lead the university required training for student organization leadership and faculty/staff advisors.
• Create and execute all social media and other marketing messaging to promote services and processes to the greater campus.
• Oversee and support the programmatic efforts led by the program advisors for Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL), University Programs, and University Traditions (i.e., Hobo Day [homecoming] and State A Thon [Dance Marathon fundraiser]).
• Provide direct support to the New Student Orientation (NSO) and related programs and recruits, hires, trains, evaluates and supervises the NSO student employees.
• Additional service to include, but not limited to, participation with university committees, work groups and task forces as directed by supervisor, Division or university leadership.

BENEFITS:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Administration, College Student Personnel, or related field by start date.
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience working in Student Affairs.
• Experience advising or supervising student or professional personnel.
• Ability to manage budgets and allocate resources.
• Ability to plan, develop, coordinate and implement university programs.
• Experience with student leadership development, student organizations, and event programming.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with marketing and communication efforts in a Student Activities/Student Union setting.
• Experience with negotiating and reviewing entertainment/artist contracts.
• Experience with assessment efforts related to campus student activities.
• Experience with developing and facilitating training programs.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Position closes November 23, 2026.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

For questions on the position please contact Adam Karnopp at [e-mail].

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].