Assistant Director for Union and Involvement Services - Involvement and Engagement

Truman State University • Kirksville, MO

12h

About The Position

This role focuses on managing and enhancing student involvement and engagement within the campus community. The Assistant Director will oversee various aspects of programming, event management, and risk mitigation, while also providing leadership and mentorship to staff and students. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills to foster relationships across campus and with external partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree earned by start date.
• Experience with all aspects of programming, event management and risk mitigation including, but not limited to, developing outcomes, goal setting, project planning, implementation/logistics, evaluation and reporting.
• Supervisory experience including, but not limited to scheduling and managing employees, ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees, implement strategies to build a successful team, and mentoring professionals and/or students.
• Involvement and/or leadership experience with a campus programming board or other student organization.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting all members of the campus community.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and/or programs (i.e. Microsoft, Google, Zoom, and other applicable software systems).
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

• One year of professional work experience.
• Two or more years of experience with programming boards in either an advisory or leadership capacity.
• Experience working with budgets and contracts.
• Experience in NACA and/or ACUI or other relevant professional association.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of programming, event management, and risk mitigation.
• Develop outcomes, set goals, plan projects, manage implementation/logistics, and conduct evaluations and reporting.
• Supervise employees, including scheduling and management.
• Provide clear directions and feedback to employees.
• Implement strategies to build a successful team.
• Mentor professionals and/or students.
• Represent and support departmental initiatives across campus and with community partners.
• Handle and prioritize multiple tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level