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Assistant Director for Programs

Employer
Ball State University
Location
Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 22, 2023

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

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Position Title

Assistant Director for Programs

About this Opportunity

Ball State University is recruiting an Assistant Director for Programs to join the Student Affairs team! In this role, you provide leadership to the development and maintenance of a strong and effective Student Center Programs unit. This position will work with a paid undergraduate event staff, student volunteers, graduate assistants, Student Center Staff, and other appropriate university departments to successfully contribute to the educational aspects of the L.A. Pittenger Student Center by providing the campus community with a variety of social, educational, and entertaining events. This position will work Monday through Friday with nights and weekends as needed.Don’t miss the opportunity to join the Student Center and Programs team as they launch a division-wide curricular approach to student experiences and set the stage to be a national leader.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare

  • Retirement

  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Professional Development

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https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

Provide leadership to the development and maintenance of a strong and effective Student Center Programs unit. This position will work with a paid undergraduate event staff, student volunteers, graduate assistants, Student Center Staff, and other appropriate university departments to successfully contribute to the educational aspects of the L.A. Pittenger Student Center by providing the campus community with a variety of social, educational, and entertaining events. This position will work Monday through Friday with nights and weekends as needed.

Minimum Education

Completion of master’s degree from an accredited institution prior to appointment of position.

Minimum Experience

At least one year of campus programming, event management, or work in related field.

Minimum Other

Attendance of evening and weekend events as needed.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Experience

At least one year of experience in union programming, student activities, housing and residence life, or recreation services programming.

Preferred Other

Demonstrated commitment to student development theory and practice, and a firm belief in the role of the college union in higher education. Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

Graduate Assistants, Students.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

Student Programs:151140

Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

studentctr@bsu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities

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1

Job Duty

Provide on-site management for all Student Center Programs events which includes; problem resolution, supervision of staff and volunteers, vendor communication, and all other event related aspects.

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2

Job Duty

Recruit, train, and supervise three graduate assistants, programming board of up to ten students, and a student event staff.

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3

Job Duty

Advise programming board students regarding program selection, development, planning, and execution.

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4

Job Duty

Develop and monitor a budget in excess on $350,000.

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5

Job Duty

Work alongside our Publicity & Design Coordinator to develop and implement a comprehensive marketing plan for Student Center Programs.

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6

Job Duty

Initiate all contractual arrangements with performers, agents, and vendors utilized by Student Center Programs.

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7

Job Duty

Evaluate Student Center Programs event offerings by conduction event specific assessments to ensure learning outcomes are being met and to identify areas for improvement.

Ranking

8

Job Duty

Assist in the planning of Weeks of Welcome and Family Weekend. Serve as a member of the First Generation Student Event Planning Committee.

Ranking

9

Job Duty

Serve as a resource person to Student Affairs and other university departments in the development of comprehensive programs.

Ranking

10

Job Duty

Perform other duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202301309P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

06/30/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

05/22/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

06/14/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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