Student Activities & Engagement Lead

Kansas City; Joplin (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University in Joplin, MO, seeks an Assistant Director of Student Activities to support planning, coordination, and execution of student club events and programs for KCU-Joplin students. You will collect data on events and assist with departmental responsibilities within Student Affairs.

Key duties include coordinating logistics, managing club information and reimbursements, supporting campus events, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, education, communications, public relations, or related field.
• Two years of experience in event coordination, customer service, or project management.
• One year in higher education is a plus.
• One year's experience in student event planning and execution is preferred.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a passion for student engagement, development, and success are essential.
• Must be student-centered, patient, team-oriented, and flexible.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, across-campus, and with community partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, coordination, and implementation of student club events, programs, and activities.
• Coordinate logistical support for student activities with AV, catering, facilities, and other departments.
• Manage student club information, reimbursements, and expense reports.
• Support Student Services and University events such as Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, and Commencement.
• Prepare and preserve documentation related to student club events and programs.
• Assist in reporting and assessing Student Affairs events to ensure best practices.
• Represent the University favorably and align with Core Values.
• Maintain departmental records and track student activities and documentation.
• Monitor student leaders' grades to ensure academic eligibility.
• Communicate with students and campus constituents about activities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, education, communications, public relations, or related field

Job description

Kansas City University in Joplin, MO, seeks an Assistant Director of Student Activities to support planning, coordination, and execution of student club events and programs for KCU-Joplin students. You will collect data on events and assist with departmental responsibilities within Student Affairs.

Key duties include coordinating logistics, managing club information and reimbursements, supporting campus events, and maintaining records.