The Office of Campus Life at Saint Martin’s University is seeking Assistant Director. The Assistant Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of a comprehensive student activities program which meets the needs of a diverse university community. The Assistant Director promotes opportunities for student involvement and leadership development through advising the Campus Activities Board, which plans 80-100 student events per year, co-directing SMU’s Orientation Program, and managing the Campus Life Office’s comprehensive marketing plan. Acknowledging and embracing the diversity of the student body, the Assistant Director works proactively to create campus activities that reflect mutual respect, inclusiveness and the values of our Benedictine heritage.
Saint Martin’s University and the Office of Campus are fully committed to creating a accessible, supportive environment and an experience that recognizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as integral components of workplace success.
Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in higher education are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Campus Life Leadership
Oversee, manage and plan the extensive student activities calendar involving 80-100 programs per year with social, cultural, educational, recreational and co-curricular components. Emphasis will be placed on programming that promotes community through equity and inclusive excellence.
Manage the student activities budget (approximately $100,000 annually) effectively assuring fiscal responsibility of student funds. Has signature authority for budget for purchases, contracts and vendor work.
Contribute to the coordination and implementation of new student orientation and transitional support programs such as Summer Orientation and Welcome Weekend.
Supervise Trautman Union Building Front Desk student employees. This includes hiring, training, evaluation and termination responsibility of student staff.
Contribute to the continued development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive student leadership development program to include the Benedictine Leaders Program, annual Leadership Summit and all other student leadership training/activities, especially leadership training and formation for the student programming staff that this position directly oversees
Provide departmental oversight and management in absence of Director of Campus Life.
Campus Life Programming
Oversee and manage the Campus Activities Board (CAB) and provide leadership training and guidance to student employees. This includes the hiring, evaluation and termination responsibility of student staff. Emphasis will be placed on leadership and diversity programming for student staff supervised, as well as all campus community.
Attend the regional National Association for Campus Activities Conference (NACA) conference with student members of the Campus Activities Board.
Develop and oversee execution of risk management policy and procedure for Campus Life sponsored events and activities.
Manage all budget expenditures for recurring programs and activities. Negotiate vendor contracts and coordinate payment for external services.
Manage the marketing and promotion of all campus events/activities, including the supervision and guidance of the student marketing interns and/or employees
Other Functions
Represent the Student Affairs Division on a variety of campus-wide committees.
Conduct business in a manner compatible with Saint Martin’s Catholic Benedictine philosophy and mission.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Life.
COMPETENCIES
Demonstrate strong and broad knowledge of student development theory.
Demonstrate strong and broad knowledge of inclusive excellence and anti-racist programming and education models.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ability to show maturity and professionalism when dealing with student confidential and sensitive personal, academic or developmental issues.
Demonstrate strong multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills needed to perform the tasks of promoting diversity and social justice.
Knowledge of best practices related to supporting diverse student population, including students of color, students of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, first generation students, students with disabilities, and other historically marginalized identities.
Demonstration of strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in facilitating and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, campus constituents and the public.
Demonstrated experience with event planning and contract negotiation.
Capable of working an alternative work schedule in a fast-paced, student-oriented environment; providing a regular presence at campus programs and activities (evenings and weekends required).
Develop and ensure compliance with prescribed operating procedures/policies, safety standards, and legal and liability issues.
Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Is supportive of a Catholic, Benedictine philosophy of education and able to articulate and support the University’s mission statement.
REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Bachelor’s Degree and three years of relevant professional experience required (Master’s Degree in student affairs, higher education administration, or other related discipline preferred).
Experience in program planning, event coordination and contract negotiation or relatable experience.
Why Saint Martin's?
Higher education for the common good
As the only Catholic Benedictine university west of the Rockies, the Saint Martin’s way of life is grounded in both intellectual rigor and moral thought and action. Our community of students, faculty, and staff is not afraid to ask the big questions—about faith, reason, service, and community—for we are all on a shared journey toward lives of meaning and purpose.
Saints live with heart
We are united by our care for each other and the wider world. We pursue knowledge and meaningful work with passion. We support one another through our challenges, whatever they may be. And we live fully in, with, and of this world. At Saint Martin's, we think, act, pray, serve and live with heart.
