Director of Student Programs - Brookings, United States - South Dakota State

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Director of Student Programs

Posting Number
NFE02379P

Department
SDSU-Student Union & Activities

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

Are you passionate about fostering student engagement and success? South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking a dynamic and people-centered leader to join our team as the Director of Student Programs. In this key role, you will guide and direct the work of student programs within the Department of Student Union & Activities, administering comprehensive programs designed to enhance student life and support our campus community. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

This is an internal posting and is open to all current South Dakota Board of Regent employees.

The Department of Student Union & Activities is housed within the division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. The division cultivates enrollment, student success and opportunity for all through innovative programs, intentional experiences, exceptional services, and premier facilities to enrich student development, promote wellbeing, and foster learning in a vibrant community.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the Director of Student Programs, you will:

• Oversee the Office of Student Activities, guiding its programs and services to foster a vibrant campus culture.
• Lead the New Student Orientation and new student transition programs, ensuring a seamless transition for incoming students.
• Develop and implement innovative retention and recruitment initiatives to support student success.

BENEFITS:

South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs or related field;
• 5 years of professional experience in Student Affairs;
• Experience with supervision of full-time staff;
• Experience with university program oversight;
• Experience managing a budget;
• Experience training college students for campus employment;
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience leading New Student Orientation programs and new student programs for university;
• Experience leading student activities programs and related services;
• Knowledge of website development;
• Experience with the assessment of learning and program evaluation.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by 06/11/2024.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment.It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
05/29/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
No

First Consideration Date
06/12/2024

Advertised Salary
The salary range for the Director of Student Programs is $65,625-$85,769.

Duration of the Term
12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
Internal

If internal, define scope of search
Board of Regent employees

This position requires
Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer rich academic experiences in an inclusive and accessible environment. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD Phone: .

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Shari Landmark, at

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

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Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting light, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Walking

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

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Working Environment

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Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below), Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Venues (such as concert venues) on and off campus that may be the site for an OSA or an RSO program.

Supplemental Questions

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Where did you hear about this position?

• SDBOR Employment Site
• South Dakota Department of Labor
• Employee Referral
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Reference List

Optional Documents