Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership

Amherst•Amherst, MA

17d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership position. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $65,000-70,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership plays a key role in cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, and engaged campus community. This position provides strategic oversight for student clubs and organizations, leadership development programs, and campus-wide engagement initiatives. The Assistant Director supports student success and belonging by empowering students to develop as leaders, community members, and change agents The Assistant Director serves as the advisor for the Campus Activities Board (CAB), the College’s student-run programming board and will oversee the execution of hallmark CAB events and manage the programming board’s budget. The Assistant Director must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to attend events sponsored by Student Engagement and Leadership and Amherst College student groups. This role is an in-person position and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Campus Activities Board hosts programs mostly at 8 p.m. and every other Saturday and Sunday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience working in student activities, campus engagement, or related areas.
Strong organizational, communication, and advising skills.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Responsibilities

Advises and supports the Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Recruit, train, and evaluate CAB executive board members; hold regular one-on-one meetings and provide event support.
Coordinates, executes, and evaluates CAB hallmark programming, such as Casino Night, Homecoming Bonfire, and Spring Concert, in addition to a variety of small-scale programs.
Oversees the annual budget of approximately $180,000 and manages CAB co-sponsorship funding requests.
Provide direction and administrative oversight for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), including the recognition, renewal, and event approval processes.
Advise and support student leaders and organization advisors in areas of governance, event planning, budgeting, and organizational development.
Ensure compliance with institutional policies, fiscal procedures, and risk management practices
Advise student leaders and organization advisors on group management, goal setting, budgeting, and event planning.
Manage and maintain the implementation and maintenance of the student organization management platform (e.g., Five College systems, space management and other platforms).
Help to support signature leadership programs such as Mammoth Leadership Academy (MLA), Orientation, Mammoth Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Campus Parties, Homecoming, Spring concert, Commencement and other large-scale events.
Collaborate with campus partners to create engaging, inclusive campus events that strengthen community and belonging.
Provide oversight for large-scale campus traditions, student involvement fairs, and late-night or weekend programming.
Develop and implement resources for best practices for effective student leadership and organization management.
Design and facilitate workshops, retreats, and training sessions for student leaders and advisors (e.g., leadership retreats, budgeting, inclusivity, conflict resolution) in collaboration with divisional colleagues in Student Affairs
Integrate leadership development outcomes with institutional student success initiatives
Assess and enhance leadership education initiatives that foster personal growth and engagement. Design, implement, and assess leadership education initiatives that foster student learning and personal growth.
Maintain accurate records of all student organizations and events.
Manage budgets and funding processes for student organizations.
Evaluate program effectiveness and student learning outcomes; prepare reports for department leadership.
Contribute to the overall goals of the Student Engagement and Leadership and Student Affairs through committee work and special projects.