Winthrop University Hiring for Assistant Director for Student Organizations and Leadership Development at Rock Hill, SC Full Time

Winthrop Position Title:

Assistant Director for Student Organizations and Leadership Development

State Title:

Student Svcs Prog Coord II

Class Code:

CB70

Band:

05

Min Salary:

$41,374

Mid Salary:

$50,394

Max Salary:

$65,429

Agency Hiring Range:

$44,000

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Engagement, Diversity & Inclusive Excellence, the Assistant Director for Student Organizations and Leadership Development is an integral part of the Student Engagement team. The incumbent is responsible for managing, training and advising more than 80 university student organizations; devising and implementing leadership development opportunities for students; managing the student allocations funding and accounting process; and providing support for student engagement software and events.

Job Summary:

• Serves as a general advisor to campus student organizations: Provides administrative direction and support for events and activities; trains student organization leaders on university policies and procedures and use of the Presence engagement platform; manages the chartering, registration and other administrative requirements; and coordinates signature student organization events.
• Serves as liaison between student organizations and faculty/staff advisors, Campus Police and university administrators. Reviews and processes all on-campus student organization event requests and assists with risk management and event planning.
• Provides oversight and management of leadership development opportunities: Facilitates the Emerging Leader program, provides instruction for the LEAD 175 course, coordinates the annual LIFT student leadership conference and collaborates with colleagues to provide leadership training experiences.
• Works with campus partners to provide continuity and support for campus-wide engagement opportunities and assists with other Student Affairs retention programs and initiatives that foster belonging and community development (e.g., Orientation, Family Day, Welcome Week, Homecoming, Admissions recruitment events, and fall move-in).
• Manages the student allocations funding and accounting process for student organizations, which includes oversight of items requested and purchased by student groups and ensuring compliance with state and university regulations.
• Directs marketing and promotional efforts for the department’s engagement and involvement opportunities.
• Serves on university committees, as appropriate, and conducts ongoing assessment of programs and services as needed for the office’s Continuous Improvement Plan.
• Co-directs civic engagement programming and initiatives in collaboration with Residence Life and manages the volunteer opportunities database as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in college student affairs, higher education or related field and professional experience working with college students at an institution of higher education. (Relevant graduate assistant/associate experience may be considered.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in student activities and leadership at an institution of higher education; experience teaching a leadership course; experience with organization management software; and experience with webpage development/maintenance and social media platforms.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Summary:

Working knowledge of student development theory concerning cognitive, personal and interpersonal domains and their impact on student learning. Knowledge of assessment, learning outcomes and national best practices. Knowledge of civic engagement and leadership practices. Ability to impact student growth and development in personal and group settings. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with multiple demands. Superior verbal and written communication skills. Strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and community members. Ability to expand multicultural knowledge, awareness and skills by demonstrating self-awareness, valuing others and interacting effectively with a diverse group of individuals. Must be committed to fostering equity and inclusion.

Type of Position:

Classified

Position Status:

Full-Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Hours Per Week:

37.5

Months per Year:

12

Posting Number:

2023110S

Open Date:

05/19/2023

Close Date:

06/18/2023

Open Until Filled:

No

PLEASE NOTE:

*Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
*Please complete the entire application, including all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant meets the position qualifications.