Associate Director, Student Life

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks an Associate Director of Student Life to oversee MBA Evening and Weekend student programming. You will advise student groups, coordinate events, and partner with internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-impact experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills, with a track record of managing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• 5–7 years of work experience in a related role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience planning student programs or activities preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Advise and coordinate sessions for student programs and advisory boards.
• Design and implement student trips and events.
• Support leaders of various student groups with programming concepts.
• Plan and execute quarterly and special events including graduation and family programs.
• Oversee annual student awards and related processes.
• Manage budgeting for programs and groups in collaboration with operations.
• Support Campus Groups management system and program orientations.
• Lead special projects and assist as needed in Student Life.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Project management

Teamwork

Time management

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

College/university degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Department Booth Full-Time MBA: Student Life 3

About the Department

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim:

• an unmatched faculty.
• degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
• a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
• strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.

At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.

Job Summary

The Associate Director, Student Life is responsible for student programming associated with the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA student community and is responsible for oversight and administration of key programs. This position will serve as the primary advisor of an assigned number of student groups in the Evening MBA and Weekend MBA programs. The Associate Director is expected to develop positive and active working relationships with internal and external constituents, including, but not limited to other Chicago Booth students, departments, and outside vendors. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Advises and coordinates sessions for Chicago Business Fellows program, CBF advisory board, and attends quarterly events.
• Leads and assists with the design and implementation of student trips and travel.
• Advises, supports, and recommends concepts for programming to the leaders of career-focused, special interest, and social student groups.
• Assists with planning and implementation of a variety of student events and programs, including but not limited to the quarterly graduation programming, family programming, and student leader experience.
• Manages and oversees annual student awards.
• Plays a lead role in key internal operational activities, including but not limited to, budgetary planning for programs and student groups.
• Works with full-time operations team to plan, support, and assist with Campus Groups management system.
• Supports team with quarterly programming, events, and student orientations.
• Completes special projects and undertakes additional duties for Student Life as needed.
• Guides students and staff to develop and implement activities, programs, and initiatives related to student life, and/or community involvement.
• Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to recommend concepts for programming to leaders of various organizations and programs.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certifications: ---
• Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: Working with students, planning extracurricular activities, or working in an educational environment.
• Managing projects or programs.
• Bookkeeping or budget management experience.
• Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Preferred Competencies Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.
• Proven ability and commitment to working in a team environment.
• Consistently meet deadlines, solve problems, exercise good judgment, and work under pressure during seasonal high volume.
• Proven ability to multi-task and follow-through in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach to the job.
• Working Conditions Work extended hours, as needed.
• Work a minimum of three days per week in the office with the following schedules: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, as the regular schedule with additional Saturday staffing for student life and student group events. Various other weekends and nights as needed, on average 3 nights/quarter and 5 Saturdays/quarter.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family Student Affairs & Services

Role Impact Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5

Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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