Manhattan University · 3 months ago
Assistant Director of Student Engagement
Riverdale, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
2+ years expManhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement is responsible for overseeing and implementing programming that enhances the college experience, while providing supervision and guidance to student staff. This role involves planning major events, managing budgets, and fostering a welcoming environment for students.
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Responsibilities
During the academic year, the Assistant Director continues to be responsible for the programming of social and educational events through the Office of Student Engagement
Work with student leadership and club leaders on daily events and initiatives
Work with Student Government
Lead planner of major school-wide events such as Weeks of Welcome, Family Weekend, Manhattan Madness, Springfest, and Senior events
Strong financial literacy and proficiency required, along with knowledge of event registration and management software
Budgeting and management of all student related spending accounts required, including processing of invoices
Ability to multi-task and keep accurate records for data and assessment purposes, especially as it relates to improving student retention
Create a sense of shared purpose and cohesion for both new and returning students, and both commuter and resident students
Align, advocate for, and build a thriving event schedule for students, planned by a professional
Requires some nights and weekends as well a travel with student groups such as the MAAC Basketball Tournament and Student Leadership Retreat
Nights and weekends required
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Track attendance, finances, and all Student Engagement statistics to be able to improve events and understand the department’s goals
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Strong financial literacy and proficiency required, along with knowledge of event registration and management software
Budgeting and management of all student related spending accounts required, including processing of invoices
Ability to multi-task and keep accurate records for data and assessment purposes, especially as it relates to improving student retention
Create a sense of shared purpose and cohesion for both new and returning students, and both commuter and resident students
Requires some nights and weekends as well a travel with student groups such as the MAAC Basketball Tournament and Student Leadership Retreat
Nights and weekends required
Track attendance, finances, and all Student Engagement statistics to be able to improve events and understand the department's goals
Strong administrative, planning, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of the practices, strategies, and timeline for the operation of a successful student life program
Organized and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing deadlines
Customer service-oriented approach to working with various stakeholders
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
2 years of student affairs experience or other relevant background preferred
Company
Manhattan University
Manhattan University is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, coeducational institution of higher learning that provides its students with a personalized classroom setting and big-city opportunities.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.03MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2022-06-28Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
James (Jim) Perrino
Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer
Goldie Adele
Chief Compliance Officer
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