Rhodes College · 9 hours ago
Assistant Director of Student Engagement
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expRhodes College is a higher education institution seeking an Assistant Director of Student Engagement to support student organizations and leaders while fostering engagement on campus. The role involves advising governing boards, coordinating training, overseeing student activities, and planning campus events to enhance student life and development.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary advisor for two governing boards supported by the office, including the Allocations & Student Organization Commission and one fraternity or sorority council
Administers the student organization re-registration process, including outreach, documentation review, follow-up, and system updates to maintain an accurate and compliant roster of active organizations
Coordinate student organization training and development by designing and delivering comprehensive learning experiences that build leadership capacity, strengthen organizational operations, and promote meaningful engagement; manages related communications with student organizations, leaders, and advisors, and oversees assessment and compliance
Oversee and administer part of the student organization management processes, with specific oversight for the administration of the student activity fee to all student organizations in conjunction with ASOC. Additionally, work with organizations who have additional revenue streams with gift accounts for their administration
Manage the Lynx Pantry in coordination with the college’s partnership with the Mid-South Food bank, including staffing and food pickups required to make this service available to all students
Plan and execute campus-wide events and traditions including First Day of Classes, Finals Week, and Mosaic Celebration, a commencement celebration for all students that highlights special populations, cohorts, and student groups
Collaborate with appropriate campus partners on holistic student development programming that supports student populations across campus and student-led initiatives as appropriate
Lead and attend student programming, including evening and weekend meetings, student trainings, and leadership opportunities
Assist in developing and enhancing campus traditions, including Homecoming, Family Weekend, Rites of Spring, Senior Week, and other traditions as appropriate
Serve as an active and engaged member of the Student Leadership & Engagement alignment. Provide direct support and collaboration across the alignment
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's degree is preferred
One year of full-time professional experience directly related to Student Engagement or related experience required OR one and a half years of a graduate assistantship experience may be considered
This position requires a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and must be insurable by the College's insurance carrier
Regular attendance is an essential function to perform the duties of this position. Frequent and flexible evening and weekend hours are required
Strong communication, writing, and social media skills are required
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with students, staff, and faculty required
Demonstrated ability to organize numerous projects requiring attention to detail, consistently meet deadlines, exercise professional judgment, and solve problems are required
Preferred
Prior work with student activities, student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and/or leadership development
Prior work with diverse populations, experience facilitating groups, and with advisory responsibilities
Demonstrated experience managing and reconciling budgets
Benefits
403 (b) Retirement
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time (23 days)
Sick Time (12 days)
Paid Holidays (21 days)
Employee Assistance Program
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Life and AD&D Insurance
Tuition Remission
Company
Rhodes College
Rhodes College provides educational programs that focus on the liberal arts and sciences.
201-500 employees
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Nicole J. Johnson
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