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Provides overall assistance to the Director of Student Activities in the areas of direction and management of Campus Activities. The Assistant Director will work with various members of the University community to build successful relationships and community activities.  The Student Development Specialist will also participate in leadership development and the oversight of other departmental programs. 

In conjunction with the Assistant Director of Student Activities, support and advise the daily operations of programs and activities sponsored by various component areas of Student Activities, specifically those of EXCEL Campus Activities the Student Programming Board and The Big Event. Planning over 60 annual events, activities, membership events, recruitment and training per academic year. Develop and implement the education, training and leadership development for students involved with Student Activities including EXCEL Campus Activities the student programming board and The Big Event. Coordinate university wide events and activities. Responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of departmental and University policies and procedures. Maintain and oversee budget allocations for EXCEL Campus Activities. Attend weekly meetings with student groups, executive boards and individuals and provide feedback to members. Served as an advisor to student groups. Attend events to oversee activities and ensure details are handled as planned. Implement safety and security measures for student representatives when organizing and working campus events, traveling, and projects. Develop and oversee assessment efforts related to Student Activities programs. Supervise compensated students including student directors involved with EXCEL Campus Activities and The Big Event by providing non-academic counseling for students. Represent the University to various constituencies and at professional conferences. Cultivate community partnerships with Student Activities programs. Serve on University committees. Performs duties as assigned.  

Master's degree in Student Development, Higher Education or related field. Two (2) years of full-time experience in a collegiate setting (graduate assistantship considered equivalent to one (1) year of experience). Experience will include strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability in creative graphics and writing necessary to produce publicity materials. Knowledge of Campus Activities, event planning, management and marketing. Knowledge of social media and web marketing. Knowledge and experience of higher education / student life on a college campus. Experience working with a diverse population and ability to interact effectively in a culturally and ethnically diverse community. Supervisory and budgetary skills necessary. Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite web site content management software. 

Master's degree and three to five (3-5) years of experience in coordinating, advising and development of student activities programs, along with a strong understanding of student development theory, organizational development, student learning outcomes and assessment. 

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.