Assistant Director for Recognized Student - West Haven, United States - University of New Haven

University of New Haven

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West Haven, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New England.

It's a diverse and vibrant community of more than 8,800 students with campuses around the country and around the world.

Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service.

More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

The Assistant Director for Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) and Operations is responsible for assisting in the administration and organization of a comprehensive student engagement program.

The Assistant Director r is responsible for the management and oversight of the Collegiate Link program.

You are:

Able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form required
Able to work with academic departments and other student support service areas required
Able to work effectively with a diverse student population required
Able to multitask and manage different projects required
Able to work occasional nights and weekends required
Able to work in a "team orientated" office

You will:

Approve RSO events in our events management system
Meet with RSO's to ensure they are adhering to university policy and procedures, and city and state guidelines relating to event management; Oversee the tracking and approval of RSO travel
Serve as point of contact for RSO inquiries; Oversee updating and editing the RSO Handbook
Serve on the Events Steering Committee
Management of the Vehicle Use Policy administration
Perform social and academic checks for student leadership positions
Coordinate the purchases and disbursements of student prizes and gift cards; Follow up with Recognized Student Organizations on fundraising monies
Advise Chariot Yearbook with the development and facilitation of all events
Oversight of set ups for all Orientation programs
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of the Center for Student Engagement, Leadership and Orientation

You need:

Master's degree in higher education, student development or similar field
2+ years professional experience in student affairs, student engagement or similar field
Knowledge of contemporary higher education principles, practices, and procedures
Understanding of Microsoft 365 products required
Understanding of webbased higher education software such as Anthology/Campus Labs Engage and Baseline, Slate, and Banner preferred
Understanding of learning management software such as Canvas preferred
Understanding of webbased event manage software such as EMS, Social Tables, and Eventbrite preferred
Must have a valid driver's license

What's In It For You:

Health &

Welfare Programs:

Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.

Wellness & Fitness: Oncampus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
Commitment to

Educational Excellence:
Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities

Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
Work/

Life Benefits:
Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year's); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable