Assistant Director of Student Activities & Orientation

SDSU-Student Union & Activities; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and flexible benefits

Retirement plans with 6% match

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Relocation benefits

Job summary

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 role you will oversee all student outreach, RSOs, and New Student Orientation in Brookings, SD.

This 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position supports a vibrant campus community. You will supervise program advisors, develop trainings, and manage budgets while coordinating marketing for campus programs.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Budget management

Student leadership development

Event programming

Staff supervision

Marketing/communication

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration / Student Affairs / College Student Personnel or related field

Job description

Assistant Director of Student Activities & Orientation

Working Title Assistant Director of Student Activities & Orientation

Posting Number

Posting Number NFE03232P

Department

Department SDSU-Student Union & Activities

Physical Location of Position (City)

Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings

Posting Text

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.

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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.

Advertised Salary The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $60,000.

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours 8-5 on weekdays as well as other hours as related to required activities and duties (e.g., Student Activities sponsored programs, Family Weekend, Meet State Welcome Weekend, Student Engagement Expo).

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type Regular

Faculty Status No

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

T 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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].

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Reference List

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports the incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

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