Associate Director of Student Activities

University of Alaska - External Careers; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Annual leave

12 paid holidays per year

Tuition waivers for employees and affili

Medical/Dental/Vision care

Job summary

University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking an Associate Director of Student Activities to lead the Student Activities unit, coordinating Concert Board, Green Fee Board, Campus Traditions, Bartlett Lecture Series, Esports, and campus events.

The role oversees budgets, staff supervision, and collaboration with campus partners to create engaging experiences that support student retention. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years progressively responsible relevant experience, plus one year of management experience.
• Master’s degree in College Student Personnel or related field preferred.
• Knowledge/experience in student development theories.
• Experience in student activities programming and community development.
• Ability to supervise staff and students; strong public speaking and communication skills.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Student Activities unit including Concert Board, Green Fee Board, Campus Traditions, Bartlett Lecture Series, and Esports.
• Develop, allocate, and direct budgets; supervise and advise areas.
• Collaborate with campus partners to create engagement opportunities and improve retention.
• Use assessment data to improve campus engagement.

Skills

Budget management

Event production

Staff supervision

Public speaking

Marketing and promotion

Esports knowledge

Stakeholder relations

Organizational skills

Flexible scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in College Student Personnel or related field

Job description

The Student Engagement department seeks a dynamic individual to serve as the Associate Director of Student Activities.

The Associate Director of Student Activities will serve as the primary leader of the Student Activities unit which includes Concert Board, Green Fee Board, Campus Traditions, Bartlett Lecture Series, Esports, and general student activities events. The Associate Director will serve as a campus leader who connects students and staff across the UAA campus to develop participation and engagement opportunities that enhance student connection and retention. They will develop, allocate, and direct the Student Activities unit’s budgets and supervise and advise their respective areas to create meaningful experiences for students. The Associate Director of Student Activities will report to the Director of the Student Union. This role is ideal for a mid-level professional with experience in event production and budget management. The ideal applicant will be able to think on their feet and respond to unexpected situations while delivering quality programming for the student body. They will use assessment data to continuously improve campus engagement at UAA.

To be successful in this role, you should have working knowledge of student development theory, including leadership development. Advanced skills in event production and management, risk management, and program assessment. Ability to initiate and lead the development of new and different programs for student engagement. Budget management experience, including development and oversight. Knowledge of administering student-fee-funded programs. Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff and students. Demonstrated experience developing student-centered programs that focus on the academic, social, and personal needs of students. Strong public speaking and communication skills. Advanced skills in marketing and promotion. Working knowledge of collegiate esports. Experience initiating and fostering relationships with multiple stakeholders. Advanced organizational skills. Manager-level decision-making strategies and problem-solving skills. Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extended hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field and four years progressively responsible relevant experience and one years management experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A master’s degree in College Student Personnel or a related field is preferred. Qualifying degrees must be from post-secondary institutions with regional accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Knowledge/experience in student development theories. Professional-level experience with increasing responsibility beyond a bachelor's degree in student activities programming, community development, or related fields. Experience programming for a variety of populations.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 81, based on education and experience.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [e-mail].

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA

(Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or [e-mail]/907-786-1214 or [e-mail].

UAF

(Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or [e-mail].

UAS

(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/compliance/clery-act/annual-security-reports.html. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing [e-mail].