Assistant Director of Student Organizations & Leadership

Miami University Alumni Association; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University Alumni Association is seeking an Assistant Director for Student Organizations to advance student involvement, leadership, and belonging through a comprehensive program. You will oversee recognition, advisor development, events, and financial oversight, reporting to the Associate Director to turn priorities into effective services.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 6 months in related student activities, with preference for a master’s in higher education or

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.

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

Student activities

Leadership development

Advising student groups

Communication

Organization

Policy understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Miami University Alumni Association is seeking an Assistant Director for Student Organizations to advance student involvement, leadership, and belonging through a comprehensive program. You will oversee recognition, advisor development, events, and financial oversight, reporting to the Associate Director to turn priorities into effective services.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 6 months in related student activities, with preference for a master’s in higher education or