Director of Student and Campus Life

POSITION SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, the Director of Student and Campus Life is primarily responsible for managing, implementing and creating student events and programming. Must be create, innovative, organized and energetic. Responsibilities will include managing student leadership groups such as Student Government Association, Student Center Board, campus clubs and organizations, Miss Southern University at Shreveport and her Royal Court, and auxiliary organizations (cheer, dance, campus mascot). Provides on-site supervision of events and activities at night and on weekends. Arranges, plans, advertises, and evaluates student programming. Also supervises the Coordinator of Residential Life and provides leadership to residential life programming and engagement along with providing oversite to the judicial affairs process.

Further, this candidate will enhance student learning and personal development thorough collaborative efforts with the faculty curriculum committee and co-curricular campus planning. Manages the coordination of campus events, including scheduling student union facilities and event calendar maintenance. Work with faculty and staff to create and sustain campus clubs and organizations to provide consistent leadership training and advice to all campus clubs and organizational leaders.

Coordinates, prepares, and disseminates publications related to student clubs, student activities, student intramurals, and student services, to students, staff and the community. Assists in preparing and editing student flyers, posters, literature and other materials prepared by student groups for on and off-campus distribution. Implements and oversees processes for posting/distributing of materials on campus as requested. Knowledgeable in booking and scheduling professional talent for campus concerts, seminars, convocations, etc.

PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:

• Maintain statistical reports, surveys and other records to assess accomplishments, appropriate student learning outcomes.
• Compile and analyze data related to student participation and program evaluation; develop organizational work processes which facilitate attainment of established program goals and objectives.
• Supervise, create and implement programming for residential life, commuter students, students at the Metro Campus and Aerospace Center. Assist in establishing and implementing student policies. Manage multiple budgets.
• Supervise Miss SUSLA and her Royal Court and manages the student election process.
• Maintain knowledge relative to best practices, laws, policies and procedures relative to student life. Provide strategic direction, implementation, and communication about all facets of student life programming using research and best practices to inform this work.
• Provide and conduct leadership seminars, training, workshops and campus-wide events for students, student government organizations, and other student groups and organizations. Also provides student leadership training, mentorship, volunteer and service learning opportunities for students.
• Provide support, and direction to student groups, organizations and advisors through leadership, organizational and resource development. This includes support to student clubs and individuals.
• Direct program coordination activities with other student services functions and instructional programs; provide technical expertise and input concerning student activities.
• Govern campus events, student activities, and programs. Coordinate with professional acts to book, negotiate contracts, and coordinate performances, speeches, symposiums, etc.
• Create inclusive processes and make informed decisions based on community input.
• Continue to develop the student life curriculum centered around the core values of the school which incorporates, belonging, and social-emotional learning.
• Work with the residential life staff, faculty, and administration to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for both academic and social development.
• Collaborate with the division head in leading new student onboarding and plan new student events and programming throughout the school year.
• In partnership with the division head and admissions department, develop and lead family programming, including new student/family orientations and retention/admission events.
• Mediate and resolve discipline and honor issues. Consult with the division head on repeat and/or significant discipline and honor issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in management, mass communication, education or related fields from an accredited college or university;
• 3 years’ experience in student leadership development, event coordination and planning, and exceptional communication skills.
• At least two years of experience in campus recreation or community service, residential life, auxiliary units, or related area.
• Must have problem solving skills, ability to work many nights and weekends.
• Must be able to travel and operate a motor vehicle and feel comfortable driving a 15-passenger van for student trips.

PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in student affairs, public administration, mass communication, education or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive and self-sufficient with the ability to manage up and across
• Excellent planning and organizational skills (ability to meet deadlines)
• Initiative and leadership qualities, with the ability to relate to diverse student populations
• Able to build relationships with academic partners.
• Strong attention to detail, adept in creative problem-solving, and resourceful

Note: This job description is not an employment contract and may be modified at any time at the discretion of the department or university.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.

Criminal background check and reference verification is required.

Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.

Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.

In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as mended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran’s status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.

As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX’s mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution’s community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.

In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively “ADA”), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Shreveport, La 71107 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Shreveport, La 71107: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000