Assistant Director of Student Engagement

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement supports the development and implementation of student engagement initiatives that enhance student involvement, leadership development, campus traditions, and student success. This position assists with the coordination and advisement of student activities, Student Government Association (SGA), registered student organizations (RSOs), student travel, orientation and welcome activities, student service projects, and campus events. The Assistant Director collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and external partners to promote a vibrant and inclusive campus environment while supporting institutional policies and procedures related to student activities and travel.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Manage the student event request process and the student travel request process.
• Oversee the elections process for all Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), including Student Government Association (SGA).
• Train and advise RSO leaders on the guidelines for hosting events, meetings, fundraisers, and engaging in community service activities.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and initiate review and routing of vendor contracts.
• Support the management of student organization budgets, as well as student activities and events budgets.
• Cook up student-facing logistics and programming related to orientation and welcome activities.
• Maintain student programming traditions for the College.
• Interact effectively as a member of a team, work collaboratively with other departments, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate the highest standard of professionalism in all aspects of personal and professional actions and performance.
• Commit to the highest level of ethical behavior and refrain from conflict of interest or the perception thereof.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of student records in accordance with FERPA laws and regulations.
• Provide service to the college community and students through serving on various committees and providing leadership, mentorship, and expertise to students as needed.
• Participate in professional organizations or groups as assigned by the Executive Director of Student Support Services.
• Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to assist the colleges in fulfilling the mission and vision through administrative duties and community service.
• Advance the prestige of ACHE through advancement of its mission and vision.
• Aid in the development and management of the departmental budget.
• Aid in the development and implementation of a comprehensive student engagement strategy aligned with institutional mission and student success goals.
• Aid in the vision, planning, scheduling, and cross-departmental coordination of major student events and institutional traditions, including new student orientations, White Coat Ceremony, OT Draft Day, Commencement, and other large-scale student programs.
• Lead and direct student engagement initiatives and peer leadership programs.
• Assess the effectiveness of student engagement initiatives through data collection, participation tracking, and student feedback.
• Prepare reports regarding student involvement, programming outcomes, and departmental effectiveness.
• Aid in ensuring compliance with institutional policies, student conduct expectations, and risk management procedures related to student activities and travel.
• Aid in event safety planning and emergency response coordination as needed.
• Promote an inclusive campus environment that encourages student involvement, belonging, leadership development, and cross-cultural engagement.
• Develop leadership development opportunities and training programs for student leaders and registered student organizations.
• Aid in promoting and marketing student engagement initiatives through digital communication and campus outreach.

Requirements

• Education And Experience: Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree, Experience in higher education setting, Experience in campus programming and student group advising. Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in student personnel services or closely related field, Experience in student activities, student life, event planning, or other related higher education fields, Previous student activities experience at a health professions college or medical school, Experience with presentations, events, and exemplary customer service.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Ability to work with diverse student body, Valid U.S. driver’s license and proof of insurance required, Ability to prepare and present information to small and large groups, Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, goal-oriented atmosphere, both independently and as part of a unified team, Excellent interpersonal skills, Experience with Microsoft Office products including SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy, Display professionalism for the college in all communication and interactions, Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.