Assistant Director - Student Activities

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal•Arlington, TX

About The Position

The Assistant Director (Student Activities) will provide overall assistance to the Director of Student Activities in the areas of direction and management of EXCEL Campus Activities, The Big Event day of community service, Maverick Stampede welcome week programs, and Homecoming. The Assistant Director will work with various members of the University community to build successful relationships and community activities. The Assistant Director will also participate in leadership development and the oversight of other departmental programs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Student Development, Higher Education or related field.
Two (2) years of full-time experience in a collegiate setting (graduate assistantship considered equivalent to one (1) year of experience) or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years’ experience in coordinating, advising, and development of student activities programs, along with a strong understanding of student development theory, organizational development, student learning outcomes and assessment, and supervision experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of programs and activities sponsored by various component areas of Student Activities, specifically those of The Big Event day of community service; welcome week programs; Homecoming; and EXCEL Campus Activities, the student programming board that plans over 60 annual events and activities, membership events, recruitment and training per academic year.
Attend events to oversee activities and ensure details are handled as planned.
Supervise Student Development Specialist including meeting weekly, conducting annual performance review, and approving absence report and procurement card transaction logs.
Attend weekly meetings with student groups, executive boards and individuals and provide feedback to members.
Served as an advisor to student groups.
Develop and implement the education, training and leadership development for students involved with The Big Event Planning Committee and EXCEL Campus Activities, the student programming board.
Coordinate university wide events and activities.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of departmental and University policies and procedures.
Maintain and oversee budget allocations for EXCEL Campus Activities and The Big Event.
Supervise compensated students including student directors involved with EXCEL Campus Activities and The Big Event, and provide non-academic counseling for students.
Implement safety and security measures for student representatives when organizing and working campus events, traveling, and projects.
Develop and oversee assessment efforts related to the Student Activities department, The Big Event, and EXCEL Campus Activities.
Represent the University to various constituencies and at professional conferences.
Cultivate community partnerships with University events and programs.
Serve on University committees.
Perform duties as assigned.