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Kent State University

Assistant Director, Student Leadership Development (Internal KSU Employees Only)

Kent State University, Kent, Washington, us, 98089


Job Title:Assistant Director, Student Leadership Development (Internal KSU Employees Only)Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OHSalary:

$52,232 - $55,000Basic Function:

Assist in the development of a comprehensive and vibrant student leadership program which complements and supports the mission of the university and enriches the quality of student learning. Build and implement a student leadership experience which honors diversity and inclusion and enhances the development of students. Provide supervision of the Kent State University Leadership Center and its staff, programs, and services. Advise Integrated and Panhellenic Greek Councils and serve as the liaison to the regional leadership and national organizations for the advised chapters. Reports to Associate Director, Student Leadership Development and Programs, Center for Student Involvement.Examples of Duties:Develop and implement programming related to wellness, hazing prevention, sexual violence prevention, risk management, leadership, and other special programming topics as needed.Provide day-to-day leadership of the Kent State University Leadership Center. Develop and implement strategies across the institution to host collaborative leadership programs in the center. Manage the daily operations of the center to include space reservations.Lead and cultivate a vibrant student leadership development program which positively contributes to retention and student success.Ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is integral to the design, planning, and implementation of all programs and services, marketing materials, and involvement opportunities. Plan a robust annual schedule of leadership workshops, conferences, and awards and recognition programs that meet the needs of students.Develop and implement an assessment plan to determine program effectiveness and student learning. Utilize assessment data to improve or modify current program offerings and strategic initiatives.Collaborate with colleagues to develop marketing initiatives for leadership development opportunities, including social media and newsletters.Serve as Primary Advisor to Undergraduate Student Government and funding allocation process.Supervise graduate assistants and student employees (i.e., peer leadership consultants and student leadership consultants) to include recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training, developing, and evaluating employees.Teach the Collegiate Leadership Course.Plan and manage annual budget.Assist with general activities and programs sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement and Division of Student Affairs. Review and update policies and procedures; prepare annual evaluations and reports.Serve on university committees as needed or requested by Associate Director.Perform related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in higher education, student personnel, or a relevant field. Three years of relevant professional experience. Must be able to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.Knowledge Of:Personal computer applications (i.e., MS Office Suite)Student leadership development theoryBudgetingGeneral university policies, procedures, and legal requirementsFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)Skill In:Written, verbal and interpersonal communicationsDeveloping and adhering to budgets for projectsPrioritizing tasks/projects and meeting deadlinesAbility To:Manage people and projects; work non-traditional hoursWork independently and as part of a team in a self-directed mannerCollaborate with a diverse group of constituentsProvide leadership and directionCommunicate effectively with all components of the university and external constituentsPreferred Qualifications:

Experience in academic research and/or administrative programming for leadership development.Working Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm; Must be able to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful, and kind.Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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