MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Assistant Director of Student Life
About The Position
Dakota County Technical College seeks an Assistant Director of Student Life to run, develop, coordinate and implement all programs within the Student Life Department. These programs include a wide variety of campus-wide, social, cultural, and recreation activities providing students with an opportunity to integrate student life and academic pursuits. This position will serve as advisor to Student Government and the budget committee. They will also provide lead work to the Student Life Assistant, Event/Wellness Manager, Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, as well as supervise student workers, in the absence of the Director of Student Life. The Assistant Director of Student Life will be responsible for a budget of approximately $200,000 per fiscal year. This position will also provide support as needed to the Inver Hills Community College student life program.
Requirements
- Three (3) years of related professional experience (e.g., Student Life, Residential Life, New Student Orientation, Greek Life, or similar areas)
- An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, think critically, and problem-solve
- Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with others
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgment in situations involving confidentiality and crisis response
- Experience working with and addressing the needs of a diverse student community
- Experience planning events for large groups and managing budgets
- Experience in conflict resolution and mediation, with application of student development theory in practice
- In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership or related field
- Experience working within Minnesota State
- Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed
- Experience with computer applications
- Experience serving as a coordinator or director for a large program
- Knowledge of State Statutes, applicable Minnesota State Board Policies to ensure compliance with the Office of Student Life and the College
Responsibilities
- Run, develop, coordinate and implement all programs within the Student Life Department.
- Serve as advisor to Student Government and the budget committee.
- Provide lead work to the Student Life Assistant, Event/Wellness Manager, Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, as well as supervise student workers, in the absence of the Director of Student Life.
- Responsible for a budget of approximately $200,000 per fiscal year.
- Provide support as needed to the Inver Hills Community College student life program.
Benefits
- At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.
- We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
