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Assistant Director of Student Activities
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Position Number: 5864072
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Assistant Director of Student Activities

Job ID: 280098
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Student Activities

Job Summary

Manage, coordinate, develop and implement a comprehensive advisement support resource development program for recognized organizations at Georgia Southern. Provide continuity, infrastructure development, training, support services advisement and program oversight to officers and members of the University Programming Board. Serve as leader and team player to promote the goals and carry out the mission of the Division of Student Affairs, Office of Student Activities, Georgia Southern University.

Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance current student engagement efforts, including Student Organization Fairs, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming and additional on-campus and community building opportunities.
Lead and manage full-time coordinator and graduate assistant for Student Organizations Development
Facilitate, support and coordinate assessment practices and implementation of programming and activities to determine needs and services of student organizations
Develop and oversee comprehensive leadership training for student organization leaders based on core competencies and best practices
Assist in strategic planning for department including short and long term master planning for student organization development
Develop learning outcomes and assessment plans with timeline for achievement
Support evening and weekend programming and campus activities
Support University recruitment and retention activities directed through the Division

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Other Required Qualifications

Ability to obtain a Purchasing Card

Required Experience

Three (3) or more years of related professional work experience
Experience working at an institution of comparable size to Georgia Southern
Supervisory Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Master's degree in Higher Education student services or Counseling Education

Preferred Experience

Student advising experience
Collegiate student programming experience
Budget management
Experience with Presence (student engagement platform)
Experience working with registered student organizations and advisors
Proficient in Google Suite
Conflict management

Proposed Salary

$47,000 - $52,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume
Cover Letter
Schedule of Availability
Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to think critically and make independent decisions
Ability to identify and address problems, formulate rules, articulate policies and rules to internal and external constituents
Ability to respond effectively to the sensitive inquiries or complaints
Exhibit personal code of ethics within professional practice

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Thorough knowledge of emerging trends and needs of students
Commitment to development of academic-residential campus environment through student-centered, collaborative teamwork across academic and Student Affairs units
Problem-solving and team building experience
Skilled in assessment and continuous improvement of Student Affairs programs in higher education
Depth of understanding of diversity and inclusiveness and how to communicate it across a broad range of people

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
Work collaboratively as well as independently

Apply Before Date

January 15, 2025

Application review may begin on December 17, 2024

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The 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. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work generally performed in an office environment.
Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
Occasional travel may be required.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Education & Credit

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