Student Organization/Activity Assoc Dir

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a detail-oriented Associate Director for Registered Student Organizations and Engagement Initiatives. This full-time position involves program coordination, strategic direction for student engagement, and oversight of student organizations, with a focus on enhancing student involvement across campus. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree and substantial experience in student affairs-related roles.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in student advisement, campus programming, or event planning.
• Knowledge and application of student development theory.
• Experience in fiscal management and large-scale event planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for student organizations.
• Oversee the planning of major campus events like K Week and Homecoming.
• Collaborate with campus units on engagement and outreach initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Public Speaking

Interpersonal Communication

Risk Management

Education

Master’s degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education

Job description

Job Title:

Student Organization/Activity Assoc Dir

Requisition Number:

RE50614

Working Title:

Associate Director for Registered Student Organizations and Engagement Initiatives

Department Name:

1B430:Student Organizations and Activities

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level:

46

Salary Range:

$52,021-85,800/year

Type of Position:

Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education:

MA

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Required Related Experience:

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification:

None.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting at workstation for extended periods of time; repetitive motions typical of desk work; prolonged screen time; lifting/carrying/pulling objects up to 30lbs.

Shift:

40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but there will be some evenings and weekends.

Job Summary:

The Office of Student Organizations and Activities is searching for an Associate Director for Student Organization Development and Engagement Initiatives. We are seeking a detail-oriented, innovative, energetic, and strategic individual to provide professional-level program coordination, supervision, project management, manage crisis response, ensure risk-reduction protocols are upheld and provide strategic direction for student organization development and engagement initiatives.

This position supports the oversight, development, and advancement of over 700 registered and sponsored student organizations while streamlining organization processes and best practices across campus. This person will provide comprehensive leadership and management in financial and human resource operations, assessment, and forecasting for institutionally mandated service and leadership programs, including several major fee-receiving sponsored student organizations such as DanceBlue, Student Activities Board, Student Government Association, Graduate Student Congress, and Club Sports. This role also supports planning and execution of large-scale campus traditions such as K Week and Homecoming and requires collaboration across all academic colleges and administrative units to support involvement outreach, event registration, and risk management practices that align with institutional priorities and student success outcomes. Additionally, the Associate Director will lead holistic marketing and promotion efforts for student involvement, including the Involvement Campaign and other initiatives aimed at increasing student connection to campus resources and communities.

A well-qualified candidate will demonstrate the ability to plan and execute programs with precision, support students through change, lead a high-performing team, and build strong collaborative partnerships across campus. Strength in public speaking, interpersonal communication, time management, and large-scale event planning is essential. A Master’s degree (preferably in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field) and at least five years of experience in student advisement, campus programming, or event planning are required.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

Knowledge and application of student development theory; student engagement/retention applications; leadership and supervision, fiscal management. programming, risk management protocols/practices.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience:

Prefer Masters Degree in Student Personnel/Student Affairs or related, and 5 years working with student event planning or campus programming.

Deadline to Apply:

06/22/2025

Our University Community:

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