Assistant Director of Student Engagement Programs - Campus Life

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement Programs is responsible for planning and executing student engagement initiatives that foster connection and belonging among returning and under-engaged student populations. This role advises the Student Programming Council, coordinates Dooley After Dark programming, supports population-specific engagement initiatives, and collaborates with student organizations and campus partners to provide educational support for effective program design and event planning.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience working in a college or university student residential environment, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Nice To Haves

A master's degree in higher education, leadership, or other related areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, implements, and assesses student engagement programs with a focus on returning student populations, including upper-division students, transfer students, and other under-engaged groups.
Collaborates with student organizations to provide educational support for event planning and execution, including workshops, consultations, and guidance on program design, logistics, and engagement strategies.
Develops and maintains event planning resources and toolkits that promote best practices, risk awareness, and inclusive engagement for student-led programs and events.
Coordinates and executes Dooley After Dark programming, including evening and weekend events, in alignment with departmental priorities, available resources, and population-based engagement goals.
Serves as the primary advisor to the Student Programming Council (SPC), supporting student leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and alignment with institutional expectations.
Supports the execution of ATLBound and other population-specific engagement initiatives through program planning, coordination, and collaboration with campus partners.
Collaborates with faculty, academic departments, and campus partners to implement co-curricular engagement opportunities, such as course-connected programs, academic community-building events, and discipline-specific mixers that support student connection and belonging.
Partners with student organizations and campus departments to co-create engagement opportunities that support belonging, connection, and meaningful involvement.
Manages operational aspects of engagement programming, including event logistics, vendor coordination, and contract processes, in partnership with appropriate campus offices.
Serves as a resource and advisor to students involved in engagement and programming efforts, supporting student development through mentoring and informal advising.
Assists with staffing and support of major engagement initiatives, including Weeks of Welcome and Homecoming Week, in collaboration with the Associate Director and other departmental colleagues.
Stays informed about current trends and best practices in student engagement, belonging, and co-curricular learning to enhance program effectiveness.
Serves on departmental, divisional, or university committees or task forces as requested.
Performs other related duties as required.