Assistant Director Student Activities

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director Student Activities is responsible for developing campus community and student leadership skills, by assessing, training, and advising student leaders who provide campus-wide programming and student representation, planning and implementing campus events.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Develops student leadership skills by advising student leaders; designing and facilitating leadership development and training opportunities; teaching event planning and programming skills; supervising student-led activities; and developing and implementing assessment and risk management protocol.
2. Implements campus-wide programming by planning and coordinating events; advising student leaders; securing equipment, supplies, and event space; collaborating with campus partners; developing marketing strategies; and creating and implementing assessment and risk management protocols.
3. Supervises student programs and activities, including some night and weekend programs.
4. Serves as the primary advisor for one of Student Activities’ student leadership boards.
5. Collaboratively create, coordinate, implement, and assess campus traditions such as Frogs First, Homecoming, Family Weekend, Tree Lighting, and Senior Sunset.
6. Provides financial and risk management oversight for programs by coordinating with on- and off-campus partners to negotiate contracts, ensure proper insurance coverage, and develop and implement safety and risk management plans.
7. Process invoices and contracts supporting the programming and student leadership efforts of multiple budget departments.
8. Evaluate event success and efficiency by developing and implementing participant feedback mechanisms; analyzing data; and writing summary reports.
9. Assesses student learning by implementing student leader feedback mechanisms; analyzing data; and writing summary reports.
10. Serves on divisional and University committees related to on-campus traditions and events.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel Services, Leadership Development, or a related field of study
• 2 years of program management experience in higher education environment including but not limited to, advising, teaching, or facilitating student development.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Knowledge of marketing skills.
• Knowledge of interpersonal communication techniques.
• Knowledge of instruction, facilitation, and training techniques.
• Knowledge of multicultural issues.
• Knowledge of university programs.
• Knowledge of building and union operations.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in all components of Adobe projects.
• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to implement student development theory in student advising and University-wide programming.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and community members.
• Ability to collaboratively work with physical plant support services, conference services, instructional services, and food services as it relates to campus-wide programming.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.
• This is an on-campus and in-person role.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.