Student Union Assistant Director

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's Oklahoma Memorial Union is seeking an Assistant Director to lead centralized scheduling, oversee large-scale event operations, and drive innovative initiatives across multiple campus locations. Reporting to the OMU Director, this role demands strategic thinking, strong operational skills, and a collaborative approach to improve services for students, faculty, and visitors.

Responsibilities include managing scheduling systems, coordinating events, supervising

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, business administration, hospitality management, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in event operations, campus scheduling, student union administration, facilities management, or related.

Responsibilities

• Manage centralized scheduling systems across multiple locations.
• Oversee large-scale event operations and logistics.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and processes.
• Supervise professional and student staff.

Skills

Event operations experience

Scheduling systems knowledge

Leadership

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, business administration, hospitality management, or related field

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted salary $60,400 annually, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends)

Travel: May be required

Position Introduction

The Oklahoma Memorial Union (OMU) at the University of Oklahoma serves as a vibrant hub for campus life, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and visitors through dynamic programs, events, and services. We are seeking a highly organized and strategic leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of the Oklahoma Memorial Union. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape the University's centralized scheduling system, oversee large-scale event operations, and lead innovative initiatives that enhance the campus experience across multiple locations. Reporting to the Director of the OMU, the Assistant Director plays a critical leadership role in managing scheduling systems, advancing operational efficiencies, and supervising both professional and student staff. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver with strong technical and operational expertise, and a high level of technical proficiency in utilizing and adapting to technology systems that support centralized scheduling, event operations, and process improvement, capable of balancing complex logistics while driving continuous improvement. This position is well-suited for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and is passionate about supporting student engagement and institutional success.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, business administration, hospitality management, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in event operations, campus scheduling, student union administration, facilities management, or related.

Department Preferences

• 12 months systems management experience.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes