Associate Director, Student Involvement & Programs

Vaforestry; Radford, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University seeks an Associate Director for Student Involvement to cultivate student leadership and engagement. You will develop programs, supervise two assistant directors, and coordinate signature campus initiatives such as Quest, Welcome Weeks, and Club Fairs.

The role also advises student media groups and manages funding decisions of $65,000+ to support clubs and organizations, reporting to the Director for Student Involvement and maintaining a strong emphasis on assessments and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated collaboration with diverse groups to advance initiatives
• Understanding of student development theories and learning outcomes
• Strong communication and marketing skills for outreach and training
• Advanced degree or equivalent education/experience
• Post‑masters professional experience required
• Interpersonal and problem-solving abilities essential for community development

Responsibilities

• Support leadership development through programs, workshops and engagement opportunities
• Advise the Highlander Student Media and oversee six student media organizations
• Oversee funding processes for clubs and organizations totaling $65,000+
• Coordinate signature departmental programs such as orientation and Welcome Weeks
• Supervise two assistant directors and provide leadership in the Director's absence

Skills

Collaboration

Organization

Diversity engagement

Leadership development

Assessment strategies

Communication

Advanced degree

Post-masters experience

Interpersonal skills

Creative problem-solving

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent

Tools

Budget management

Job description

Radford University seeks an Associate Director for Student Involvement to cultivate student leadership and engagement. You will develop programs, supervise two assistant directors, and coordinate signature campus initiatives such as Quest, Welcome Weeks, and Club Fairs.

The role also advises student media groups and manages funding decisions of $65,000+ to support clubs and organizations, reporting to the Director for Student Involvement and maintaining a strong emphasis on assessments and