Assistant Director for Registered Student Organizations and Late Night Programming
Michigan State University - Student Life and Engagement HR
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Posted: 28-Oct-24
Location: East Lansing, Michigan
Type: Full Time
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Exp.
Categories:
Student Affairs Administration
Preferred Education:
Masters
Internal Number: 998827
Basic Function and Responsibilities:
This position manages the registering of student organizations, activity planning processes, administratively managing late night events and Student Life and Engagement initiatives including Sparticipation (fall resource fair) and Springticipation (spring resource fair). The position assumes full responsibility for working with units and committees of Michigan State University responsible for initiatives aimed at enhancing the student experience at the University. In addition to managing and maintaining several existing initiatives, such as Sparticipation, Springticipation, RSO Fall Conference, the individual in this position will also design, direct, implement, and assess new initiatives. New initiatives will align with the missions of the Division of Student Life and Engagement and Michigan State University. The position exemplifies the Division’s quality standards and behaviors of respectful, responsive, and resourceful. All programs under the auspices of this position seek to intentionally respond to the needs of students and the community in ways that are aligned with the university’s core values of quality, inclusiveness, and connectivity.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Manages the annual registration and re-registration of some 1000-1100 student organizations
Manages the operation of major student group events on campus/activity planning process)
Manages the screening and initial approval of all University financial accounts for new and returning student organizations on an annual basis
Provides administrative and managerial oversite for a full-time staff member that works primarily with student planning and activity documentation
Provides a supportive and safe environment and encourages student leaders’ self-regulation at late-night social and major campus events
Provides instruction and clarification of university rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines related to programming issues
Serves as a connection between student organization leaders and advisers to the overall university
Serves as a liaison between the university departments, colleges, and offices regarding student organization policies, regulations, established guidelines, and organizational management
Serve as a collaborative partner in student-centered programming hosted within the Spartan Leadership Center focused on providing holistic student experiences
Co-plans, manages, and directs the annual Sparticipation and Springticipation events (fall and spring resource fairs)
Coordinates the vetting of the co-curricular programs for registered student organizations and leadership opportunities
Designs assessment and evaluation mechanisms to ensure effectiveness of programs and processes
Provide and support Late-Night Programming
Provide consultation to university members related to Late-Night Programming
Supervise graduate student
Serves as a representative of Student Life and Engagement on various committees and task forces including MSU Student Union Advisory Committee
Senior Vice President of Student Life and Engagement, Assistant Vice Presidents for Student Development and Leadership to coordinate priorities, problem solve, and share information; will also communicate for advice, direction, and approval
Director of the Office of Spartan Experiences to set priorities, share information, and problem solve; will also communicate for advice, direction and approval
The Office of Spartan Experiences staff in order to coordinate activities and to provide support and advice
Students in order to advise, refer to campus resources, and discuss situations germane to the Department and Division
Graduate Assistants in order to promote professional growth and development
Unit Directors and Representatives in order to serve as a resource person, obtain necessary information for decision making, and to foster synergistic relationships across campus
All Michigan State University colleges and departments, including those locations with student organizations (East Lansing, Grand Rapids, Flint, etc.)
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired by completing a four year college degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business or in an area related to the work being performed; three to five years of related and progressively more expansive work experience in a field related to the position including planning, coordinating, and managing special events; experience in word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing and/or presentation software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Position may require software specific to the operational activities of the employing unit.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing one to two years of post- bachelor degree work such as a Master's in Higher Education Administration, Counseling or related field; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible and expansive work experience in student life administration, counseling, human relations, and/or program development; knowledge of legal, ethical, and affirmative action practices.
Training and experience in college student development; experience creating and implementing student success initiatives based on relevant data; demonstrated success in college student organization advising; capacity to facilitate leadership development opportunities for college students. Strong interpersonal skills and engagement with students, staff, faculty and community members. Knowledge of student organization software systems.
About Michigan State University - Student Life and Engagement HR
Student Life & Engagement touches nearly every aspect of the Michigan State University campus by providing support and services to MSU students, the campus community and guests. Comprised of the office of the senior vice president and six departments, the division follows a core set of values that guides all business practices and decisions.