ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR THE CENTER FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
Edinburg, Texas
Employer: The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7767
Working Title
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR THE CENTER FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
Center for Student Involvement
FTE
1
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
To support the direction and oversight of student involvement programs under the Associate Dean of Students for Student Involvement. Assist the Associate Dean in providing guidance and assistance in decision making skills regarding the Center for Student Involvement initiatives. Contribute to the strategic planning of department initiatives and goals, aligning with the overall mission of the institution.
Description of Duties
• Oversees the daily operation of assigned programs under the Center for Student Involvement that include supporting civic engagement, community service, family involvement, intercultural programs, leadership programs, fraternity and sorority life, and student organizations.
• Develops, implements, and assesses programs and initiatives that enhance student engagement and leadership development.
• Participates in the development of short and long-term plans for the office, including the establishment of annual goals and objectives.
• Provides guidance and support to various student involvement opportunities including organizations, programs and events.
• Creates and oversees student learning opportunities focused on leadership development through student employment, volunteer roles, and a range of programs and services.
• Directly responsible for managing assigned program budgets.
• Advises student groups in regarding activities, recruitment, event planning and risk management in compliance with university and national standards.
• Directs the creation, production, and dissemination of public relations and marketing materials to promote activities, programs, and services in coordination with University Marketing and Communications.
• Develops and implements procedures and guidelines for student programs and organizations; recommends and interprets university policy and procedure and issues directions for implementation while monitoring and maintaining compliance.
• Collaborates with campus departments, faculty, and external partners to enhance student involvement opportunities.
• Conducts assessments and gathers feedback to measure the impact of programs and services, using data to inform decision-making and program development.
• Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements and adjustments as needed.
• Prepares reports and record of activities to ensure progress is being made toward specific department goals and objectives.
• Acts on behalf of the Associate Dean, in his/her absence; and represents the department mission and programs at university wide activities and events.
• Oversees the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned professional and support staff.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, or in a related field from an accredited university from an accredited university.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of experience working with Student Programs or in a counseling area in Higher Education or a closely related area.
Preferred Experience
Supervisory experience.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and organizational skills. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
08/26/2024
Grant Funded Position
No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44075
Posting Supplemental Questions
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7767
Working Title
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR THE CENTER FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
Center for Student Involvement
FTE
1
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
To support the direction and oversight of student involvement programs under the Associate Dean of Students for Student Involvement. Assist the Associate Dean in providing guidance and assistance in decision making skills regarding the Center for Student Involvement initiatives. Contribute to the strategic planning of department initiatives and goals, aligning with the overall mission of the institution.
Description of Duties
• Oversees the daily operation of assigned programs under the Center for Student Involvement that include supporting civic engagement, community service, family involvement, intercultural programs, leadership programs, fraternity and sorority life, and student organizations.
• Develops, implements, and assesses programs and initiatives that enhance student engagement and leadership development.
• Participates in the development of short and long-term plans for the office, including the establishment of annual goals and objectives.
• Provides guidance and support to various student involvement opportunities including organizations, programs and events.
• Creates and oversees student learning opportunities focused on leadership development through student employment, volunteer roles, and a range of programs and services.
• Directly responsible for managing assigned program budgets.
• Advises student groups in regarding activities, recruitment, event planning and risk management in compliance with university and national standards.
• Directs the creation, production, and dissemination of public relations and marketing materials to promote activities, programs, and services in coordination with University Marketing and Communications.
• Develops and implements procedures and guidelines for student programs and organizations; recommends and interprets university policy and procedure and issues directions for implementation while monitoring and maintaining compliance.
• Collaborates with campus departments, faculty, and external partners to enhance student involvement opportunities.
• Conducts assessments and gathers feedback to measure the impact of programs and services, using data to inform decision-making and program development.
• Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements and adjustments as needed.
• Prepares reports and record of activities to ensure progress is being made toward specific department goals and objectives.
• Acts on behalf of the Associate Dean, in his/her absence; and represents the department mission and programs at university wide activities and events.
• Oversees the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned professional and support staff.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, or in a related field from an accredited university from an accredited university.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of experience working with Student Programs or in a counseling area in Higher Education or a closely related area.
Preferred Experience
Supervisory experience.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and organizational skills. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
08/26/2024
Grant Funded Position
No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44075
Posting Supplemental Questions
Created: 2024-09-05
Reference: SRGV7767
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Edinburg
ZIP: 78539