Temporary Student Activities Assistant

Mitchell College•New London, CT

About The Position

The Student Activities Assistant (SAA) is a temporary, part-time (25-30 hours p/week) position. The SAA will assist in the oversight to the Office of Student Engagement, under the umbrella of the Division of Student Affairs. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Student Life, the primary responsibilities of this position include advising the Campus Activities Board (CAB), and assisting with the management of student co-curricular clubs and organizations. Additionally, the Activities Assistant will assist in the development of Mitchell College programs including but not limited to Spring-fest, Awards Ceremony, and Senior Week.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree is required
1-2 years of experience in student activities, leadership development and/or residence life within a college or university setting
Superior interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to form and maintain positive relationships with a broad range of individuals and commitment to treating all members of the community with respect
Ability to work collaboratively within the department and across campus
An appreciation and understanding of working in an inclusive, engaging and diverse college environment.

Nice To Haves

Adept at working with technology and various social media platforms strongly preferred
Requires flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm with a strong desire to effect change and impact student development

Responsibilities

Assist in ensuring all Student Engagement programs and functions are organized, supported and appropriately marketed.
Assist in the supervision and management of all student organizations and their activities; ensuring procedures are being followed and events are being tracked.
Assist in the oversight of risk management, event planning and evaluation for all student-run programs.
Assists in the tracking of all programs, events and departmental initiatives on one centralized monthly campus calendar.
Facilitate evening and weekend programming
Upkeep and maintain the Office of Student Engagement’s programming and recreational supplies as well as any other programming space maintained by the department
Assist in the of student club leaders and advisors, and staff/faculty on student engagement software.
Contribute to the programming and strategic plan for civic engagement opportunities for students
Assist in the coordination of student focus groups as needed by Student Affairs and other campus departments.
Be highly visible, maintain office hours, and participate in institutional committees.
Assist in the supervision of the Campus Activities Board (CAB)
Co-supervise student workers and interns
Generate monthly updates for the Dean of Student Experience and Belonging.
Advise student clubs and organizations on procedures, policies, and budgeting
Encourage and model collaboration and partnership among students and organizations
Assist in the implementation of student leader training to include all club and organization leaders
Advise students interested in starting their own student club or organization