Regents of the University of Minnesota

Regents of the University of Minnesota

Assistant Director - Organizations and Events (MSUAASF Range C)

Winona, USA · Director · Part-time

No sponsorship$48k-$93kDetected 35 days ago
AccessibilityCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
  • U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science.
  • With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds.

Responsibilities

  • Student Organizations. Manage student organization programming in a manner that advances student development and strengthens student engagement.
  • Advise and support students in the creation of new student organizations, including membership development, advisor assignment, constitution development and approval.
  • Oversee the student organization registration process and maintain the student organization directory to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and effective campus engagement.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to support student organization event planning, travel processes, and campus engagement opportunities, including student organization fairs.
  • Manage purchasing and reconciliation and regularly review organizational finances in collaboration with the Student Senate Treasurer to ensure accountability and proper stewardship of funds.
  • Develop, interpret, and implement University policies and procedures governing student organizations, while enforcing standards and accountability measures to ensure compliance
  • Event Management. Manage the non-academic reservations of Somsen Auditorium, Kryzsko Commons Student Union and adjacent outdoor spaces particularly the Kryzsko Courtyard; and Gazebo.
  • Participate in event planning by meeting with internal and external clients to assess event needs, communicate building policies and available support amenities, and clarify event expectations and operational requirements.
  • Process space utilization requests, develop room diagrams using scheduling software, and coordinate review and final distribution with clients and operations staff.
  • Work cooperatively with staff and students on projects, participate in policy formation and review for the department, support and attend departmental and campus programs, serve as an active member on university committees and provide clarity of communication throughout the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Two (2) years of experience in event management, project coordination, student development, or student activities.
  • Demonstrated experience with event coordination.
  • Demonstrated experience in business procedures, project planning and problem-solving.
  • The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins.
  • Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree.

Compensation

  • $47,607.00 - $93,342.00
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Two (2) years of experience in event management, project coordination, student development, or student activities.
  • Strong oral, written interpersonal and electronic communication skills sufficient to prepare messages and materials for diverse audiences and clearly explain, discuss, and present.
  • Experience in effectively and efficiently utilizing computers to conduct business (i.e.: Microsoft Office suite, database, query creation and reporting software, computerized event scheduling, and web application software).

Benefits

  • To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
  • Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
  • To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
  • We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
  • Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.
  • Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Experience in training, teaching, or facilitating learning and development.
  • Knowledge of student development theory, higher education administration, student activities and related programs.

Company info

  • Department Collaboration. Participate as a part of the greater Student Union & Activities staff team and utilize a student development approach to working with students, student employees and volunteers to develop a customer service focused environment.
  • At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
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