Associate Director of Buntrock Commons

St. Olaf College•Northfield, MN

3d•$56,000 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

Position Title: Associate Director of Buntrock Commons. Department: Buntrock Commons. Classification: Exempt. FTE: 1.0. Work Schedule: The standard 40-hour work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; flexible work arrangements can be proposed and are subject to approval by HR and relevant supervisors; occasional evening or weekend work as needed; occasional on-call response needed; travel up to 5% of the work schedule, which includes local (Twin Cities metro area). Work Location: On Campus. Salary Range: $56,000 - $63,000. Essential Job Duties: Oversee the operations of Buntrock Commons. Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging Commons environment that promotes student belonging and community-building. Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff to deliver exceptional customer service and Information Desk management, promoting leadership development, skill-building, and meaningful reflection. Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of building policies, procedures, and strategic priorities aligned with Student Life goals. Partner with Custodial Services, Facilities, IT, College Events, and other stakeholders to ensure effective stewardship, maintenance, and enhancement of the Commons. Oversee building access systems, including campus keys and security protocols, ensuring safety and accountability. Coordinate key campus partnerships. Build and sustain collaborative relationships with departments and programs housed in or utilizing Buntrock Commons. Liaise regularly with Auxiliary Services (Dining, Bookstore, Post Office, Print Center) to align services with student needs and enhance the holistic Commons experience. Collaborate with student organizations and campus partners to activate Commons spaces through student-centered events and initiatives. Act as a central point of contact for shared space usage, ensuring the Commons functions as a cohesive and student-centered campus hub. Oversee student transportation options and resources. Manage and augment the College’s transportation programs, including fleet vehicles. Oversee reservation systems, policies, and procedures related to transportation access and usage, including driver certification protocols and mileage reporting. Maintain proactive, accessible communication regarding transportation options and operations for students. Develop and sustain partnerships with local transportation providers, municipal leaders, and Carleton College partners. General responsibilities. Invest in the professional development of self and the greater Office of Student Activities team through various means. Assist in the management and troubleshooting of relevant software. Actively contribute to office assessment procedures. Support, respect, and commit to embracing diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view to build a strong and inclusive community. Complete and meet deadlines for required training and performance management cycle. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; maintain a valid driver’s license and meet St. Olaf College driver authorization criteria with a satisfactory driving record.
2+ years of professional/graduate college student programming, leadership development, and/or related experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, College Student Personnel, or related field of study.
3+ years of professional/graduate experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operations of Buntrock Commons.
Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging Commons environment that promotes student belonging and community-building.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff to deliver exceptional customer service and Information Desk management, promoting leadership development, skill-building, and meaningful reflection.
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of building policies, procedures, and strategic priorities aligned with Student Life goals.
Partner with Custodial Services, Facilities, IT, College Events, and other stakeholders to ensure effective stewardship, maintenance, and enhancement of the Commons.
Oversee building access systems, including campus keys and security protocols, ensuring safety and accountability.
Coordinate key campus partnerships.
Build and sustain collaborative relationships with departments and programs housed in or utilizing Buntrock Commons.
Liaise regularly with Auxiliary Services (Dining, Bookstore, Post Office, Print Center) to align services with student needs and enhance the holistic Commons experience.
Collaborate with student organizations and campus partners to activate Commons spaces through student-centered events and initiatives.
Act as a central point of contact for shared space usage, ensuring the Commons functions as a cohesive and student-centered campus hub.
Oversee student transportation options and resources.
Manage and augment the College’s transportation programs, including fleet vehicles.
Oversee reservation systems, policies, and procedures related to transportation access and usage, including driver certification protocols and mileage reporting.
Maintain proactive, accessible communication regarding transportation options and operations for students.
Develop and sustain partnerships with local transportation providers, municipal leaders, and Carleton College partners.
Invest in the professional development of self and the greater Office of Student Activities team through various means.
Assist in the management and troubleshooting of relevant software.
Actively contribute to office assessment procedures.
Support, respect, and commit to embracing diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view to build a strong and inclusive community.
Complete and meet deadlines for required training and performance management cycle.
Perform other duties as assigned.