Associate Director for Student Governance and Organizations

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking an Associate Director for Student Governance and Organizations to provide strategic leadership for the Student Government Association, recognized student organizations, and campus engagement systems. The role strengthens structures, practices, and programs that support effective student governance and leadership development.

The Associate Director will oversee CampusGroups, drive adoption across campus, advise SGA committees, supervise professional staff, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, organizational leadership, public administration, or a related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Experience leading complex projects and cross-functional partnerships.
• Experience with enterprise or engagement technology administration, governance, implementation, or business process design.
• Experience advising college students or student governance and supervising professional staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, resolve conflict, communicate effectively with varied audiences, and translate strategy into sustainable systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership for the University of Vermont’s Student Government Association (SGA) and recognized student organizations (RSO).
• Leads campus engagement systems and serves as an advisor to SGA committees, guiding operations and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Supervises professional staff and collaborates with the Director of Student Life and Business Manager to ensure cohesive support across the student involvement ecosystem.
• Oversees CampusGroups administration, advances cross‑campus partnerships, and serves as a bridge between student governance and institutional strategy.

Job description

Associate Director for Student Governance and Organizations

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Advertising/Posting Title Associate Director for Student Governance and Organizations

Posting Summary

The Associate Director for Student Governance and Organizations provides strategic leadership for the University of Vermont’s Student Government Association ( SGA ), recognized student organizations ( RSO ), and campus engagement systems. The role strengthens the structures, practices, and programs that support effective student governance, organizational success, leadership development, and student belonging.

The Associate Director leads the university‑wide strategy, governance, and administration of Campus Groups, our student engagement software; advances institutional adoption and cross‑campus partnerships; and ensures the platform supports coordinated, high‑quality engagement processes. The position serves as a professional advisor to SGA Senate committees, guiding committee operations, project development, and alignment with institutional priorities.

The Associate Director supervises professional staff, contributes to departmental leadership, and collaborates closely with the Director of Student Life and Business Manager to ensure cohesive support for SGA executive leadership, governance functions, and organizational effectiveness across the student involvement ecosystem.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, organizational leadership, public administration, or a related field, and three to five years of progressively responsible related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience leading complex projects, building cross-functional partnerships, and guiding organizational change. Experience with enterprise or engagement technology administration, governance, implementation, or business process design. Experience advising college students or student governance and supervising professional staff. Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, resolve conflict, communicate effectively with varied audiences, and translate strategy into sustainable systems. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive, equitable, and student-centered practice.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with CampusGroups or a comparable student engagement platform. Experience with assessment, data governance, change management, committee advising, and cross-divisional implementation.Knowledge of student organization risk management, shared governance, and higher education policy.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $70,000-$74,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position No

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/11/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Student Success MG2 X

Posting Number

Posting Number S6397PO

Department

Department Student Govt Association/30456

Position Number

Position Number 00026802

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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