Assistant Director of Student Engagement Programs - Campus Life

About the role

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement Programs at Emory University is responsible for planning and executing student engagement initiatives that foster connection and belonging among returning and under-engaged student populations. This role advises the Student Programming Council, coordinates Dooley After Dark programming, supports population-specific engagement initiatives, and collaborates with student organizations and campus partners to provide educational support for effective program design and event planning.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and assesses student engagement programs with a focus on returning student populations, including upper-division students, transfer students, and other under-engaged groups.
• Collaborates with student organizations to provide educational support for event planning and execution, including workshops, consultations, and guidance on program design, logistics, and engagement strategies.
• Develops and maintains event planning resources and toolkits that promote best practices, risk awareness, and inclusive engagement for student-led programs and events.
• Captures and executes Dooley After Dark programming, including evening and weekend events, in alignment with departmental priorities, available resources, and population-based engagement goals.
• Serves as the primary advisor to the Student Programming Council (SPC), supporting student leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and alignment with institutional expectations.
• Serves as a resource and advisor to students involved in engagement and programming efforts, supporting student development through mentoring and informal advising.
• Assists with staffing and support of major engagement initiatives, including Weeks of Welcome and Homecoming Week, in collaboration with the Associate Director and other departmental colleagues.
• Stays informed about current trends and best practices in student engagement, belonging, and co-curricular learning to enhance program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience working in a college or university student residential environment, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A master's degree in higher education, leadership, or other related areas is preferred.

Benefits

Emory University is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities).