Kennesaw State University
Associate Director, Student Campus Activities Programming - STA
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, Georgia, us, 30156
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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University.
Come to KSU and find your passion.
LocationOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job SummaryResponsible for developing, implementing, and assessing innovative and impactful co-curricular programs that enhance student engagement and the overall student experience.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facilitates and leads programs and activities that build community and support the engagement and success of all students.
Collaborates with key stakeholders and advocates for appropriate program resources to best serve the community.
Serves as a secondary point of contact for registered student organizations (RSO).
Serves on the Student Activities Leadership team.
Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises assigned professional staff.
Monitors and tracks campus programming budgets (i.e., KAB, MAC, and campus-wide events).
Oversees the assessment of campus programming and makes recommendations for improvement.
Develops contingency plans and protocols for managing emergencies or crises during student events and/or activities.
Creates a marketing and communication plan through various channels to increase student participation and engagement.
Oversees collaborative programming opportunities with academic units and campus partners (i.e., Engineer Week, Health Promotion Week).
Assists with planning and implementing divisional signature programs and university traditions, including chairing Week of Welcome and Homecoming committees.
Collaborates with leadership on implementing and using the Campus Labs Engage platform.
Coordinates use of the Owl Life student engagement software to create and publicize student programs and events, track student participation, and ensure compliance with divisional and university guidelines.
Provides support for other divisional priorities and initiatives beyond the department's scope, as requested.
Required QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an institution of higher education in College Student Affairs Administration, Higher Education, Public Administration, or related field.
Required ExperienceSeven (7) years of experience related to the position, including graduate assistantships.
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience and knowledge of student development and frameworks.
Preferred Educational QualificationsAdvanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education relevant to the position.
Preferred ExperiencePrior experience within a comprehensive Student Activities office.
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESAbility to successfully interact with individuals/groups from an array of backgrounds, identities, experiences, and communication styles.Ability to recognize and protect confidential information and exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations.Demonstrated success in planning, coordinating, and completing large-scale, detail-oriented programs and events.Ability to work as a contributing member in a team-oriented environment, successfully interacting with internal and external colleagues and partners.Able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.Able to successfully manage multiple tasks or projects, meeting all assigned deadlines.
SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills.Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.Strong collaborative skills and abilities.Strong supervision, strategic planning, and follow-up skills.Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite).
USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
Other InformationThis is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance.
Background CheckPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.
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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University.
Come to KSU and find your passion.
LocationOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job SummaryResponsible for developing, implementing, and assessing innovative and impactful co-curricular programs that enhance student engagement and the overall student experience.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facilitates and leads programs and activities that build community and support the engagement and success of all students.
Collaborates with key stakeholders and advocates for appropriate program resources to best serve the community.
Serves as a secondary point of contact for registered student organizations (RSO).
Serves on the Student Activities Leadership team.
Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises assigned professional staff.
Monitors and tracks campus programming budgets (i.e., KAB, MAC, and campus-wide events).
Oversees the assessment of campus programming and makes recommendations for improvement.
Develops contingency plans and protocols for managing emergencies or crises during student events and/or activities.
Creates a marketing and communication plan through various channels to increase student participation and engagement.
Oversees collaborative programming opportunities with academic units and campus partners (i.e., Engineer Week, Health Promotion Week).
Assists with planning and implementing divisional signature programs and university traditions, including chairing Week of Welcome and Homecoming committees.
Collaborates with leadership on implementing and using the Campus Labs Engage platform.
Coordinates use of the Owl Life student engagement software to create and publicize student programs and events, track student participation, and ensure compliance with divisional and university guidelines.
Provides support for other divisional priorities and initiatives beyond the department's scope, as requested.
Required QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an institution of higher education in College Student Affairs Administration, Higher Education, Public Administration, or related field.
Required ExperienceSeven (7) years of experience related to the position, including graduate assistantships.
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience and knowledge of student development and frameworks.
Preferred Educational QualificationsAdvanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education relevant to the position.
Preferred ExperiencePrior experience within a comprehensive Student Activities office.
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESAbility to successfully interact with individuals/groups from an array of backgrounds, identities, experiences, and communication styles.Ability to recognize and protect confidential information and exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations.Demonstrated success in planning, coordinating, and completing large-scale, detail-oriented programs and events.Ability to work as a contributing member in a team-oriented environment, successfully interacting with internal and external colleagues and partners.Able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.Able to successfully manage multiple tasks or projects, meeting all assigned deadlines.
SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills.Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.Strong collaborative skills and abilities.Strong supervision, strategic planning, and follow-up skills.Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite).
USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
Other InformationThis is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time. This position does not require security clearance.
Background CheckPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.
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