Assistant Director for Student Engagement

About the role

West Texas A&M University, part of the Texas A&M University System, is a public institution located in Canyon, Texas, just south of Amarillo. Established in 1910, the university has grown from a teacher’s college into a comprehensive institution offering 62 undergraduate, 41 master’s, and 1 doctoral program across multiple colleges and a graduate school. WTAMU has awarded more than 71,000 degrees and is recognized as “military friendly,” with academic programs acknowledged by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and The Daily Beast. The campus features notable facilities such as Buffalo Sports Park, home to one of the largest groupings of synthetic athletic fields in the United States, and an Advanced Wind Turbine Test Facility renowned worldwide. With award-winning programs, accomplished faculty, and competitive athletics, WTAMU provides a dynamic environment for learning and professional growth. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement & Belonging is a full-time, on-site position based at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, TX. The individual in this role will support the mission of the university through daily responsibilities that include advising Campus Activities Board, facilitating leadership development and coordinating community service opportunities while collaborating with faculty and staff, and providing high-quality service to students. The role also includes participation in campus initiatives, adherence to university policies and procedures, and contribution to a positive, student-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• advising Campus Activities Board
• facilitating leadership development
• coordinating community service opportunities
• collaborating with faculty and staff
• providing high-quality service to students
• participation in campus initiatives
• adherence to university policies and procedures
• contribution to a positive, student-centered environment

Qualifications

• Event planning, promotion, workshop facilitation and collaboration skills for successful campus events that contribute to the student experience.
• Strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to interact effectively with diverse campus and community members.
• Organizational and time management skills, including attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and consistent follow-through on tasks and projects.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret information, recommend solutions, and make sound decisions aligned with university guidelines.
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills, including teamwork, professionalism, and the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
• Technology and office productivity skills, such as proficiency with common office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email) and the ability to learn university systems.
• Relevant education such as a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
• Experience in higher education, public institutions, or student-facing roles is beneficial.
• Demonstrated commitment to student engagement, ethical conduct, and support of the university’s mission and values is expected.