Assistant Director of Student Activities and Orientation
Lasell Universtiy
Application
Details
Posted: 28-Jan-25
Location: Auburndale, Massachusetts
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Student Activities and Student Union
Institution Type:
Four-Year Private College/University
Salary:
$40,000+
Work Location:
Onsite
Salary Details:
$50,000-$57,000
Required Education:
Bachelors
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Director of Student Activities & Orientation plays a pivotal role in enhancing student life and engagement at the university. Combining oversight of student activities and residential life, the role aims to foster leadership, community building, and personal growth through innovative programming and support structures. This position is split 75% Student Activities and Orientation and 25% Residential Life, ensuring a seamless experience for students inside and outside the classroom.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Activities and Orientation (75%)
Supervise the Coordinator of Student Activities and Orientation
Advise and mentor the Campus Activities Board (CAB) and other student organizations.
Lead coordination of large-scale campus events, including Winter and Spring Fest Weeks.
Collaborate on programming efforts for Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend, Torchlight Parade, Senior Soiree, and Awards Banquet.
Develop an engaging evening and weekend activities calendar, including on- and off-campus initiatives.
Supervise and train student Event Managers.
Oversee the Office of Student Activities and Orientation’s website and communication platforms.
Facilitate student leadership development initiatives.
Organize and manage New Student Orientation programs, including staff selection and training.
Residential Life (25%)
Serve as a primary responder for after-hours emergencies in residential communities.
Collaborate with campus partners to address and follow up on student crises.
Assist in planning and executing Residence Life training programs and professional development opportunities.
Other Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Activities and Orientation or Associate Dean of Student Affairs.
Minimum Education level: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in a related field (higher education; student development; counseling) preferred.
Computer skills: Microsoft Office, competence or ability to learn to use databases and other forms of electronic communication. Experience with social media, website design, and overall design skills preferred. Knowledge of Engage, University Tickets, and/or Visual Zen or other programming, club management, and orientation registration systems.
Other Requirements of the Job:
understanding of, and the ability to, impart theories of the principles and practices of leadership.
exceptional communication and organizational skills.
skills in planning campus events, and leadership and orientation programs.
one to three years of relevant experience in a higher education setting.
availability and readiness for evening and weekend work.
An innovative educational institution for over 170 years, Lasell is an independent coeducational college emphasizing the integration of professional and liberal arts programs leading to bachelor's and master's degrees. The campus is situated in suburban Newton, Massachusetts, eight miles from downtown Boston.
A commitment to teaching excellence and academic innovation has been at the heart of Lasell from its beginning. The school is widely recognized for helping students make the connection between classroom lessons and real life through the integration of challenging coursework with practical experience in an environment that fosters lifelong intellectual exploration, active citizenship, and social responsibility.
Today, with an expanding and diverse student body, Lasell is setting enrollment and fundraising records and moving forward with an ambitious strategic plan.