Associate Director, Student Life & Programs

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

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.