Vacancy expired!
Posting Details Position Information Position Title Assistant Director, Student Life and Development, West Plains Work Location West Plains Campus Department West Plains Student Life & Development HR Home Department 040405 WP STUDENT LIFE Pay Grade 41 Proposed Salary $43,888 annually Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Appointment Type Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General Function The Assistant Director, Student Life and Development – WP is responsible for the programming and management associated with the Student Recreation Center and any recreation fields with an emphasis on providing safe, well-maintained, and adequately staffed facilities that enhance the mission of the University. The Assistant Director recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates student participation in intramurals, student activities, and student organizations. The Assistant Director creates an intramural sports schedule and oversees all intramural activity, as well as the intramural activity page of the Missouri State website. The Assistant Director assists with long-range planning and assessment, budget development, goal development, and procurement for the Campus Recreation Center, facility risk management, facility operations training, and maintenance of accurate records, and assists the Director with planning and implementing Student Life activities.Description of Primary Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises the campus intramural sports program by creating events, advertising to students, overseeing all intramural sports activities, and helping maintain Student Life web pages.
Manages the operations of the Student Recreation Center and any recreation fields by maintaining all building management and operating procedures, conducting regular safety inspections, ensuring staff are trained on current safety, security, and risk management procedures.
Coordinates the Student Recreation Center schedule including reservations, rentals, and maintenance in conjunction with the Director of Student Life and Development as needed and serves as the liaison for rentals and special events.
Maintains policies and procedures related to facility usage and intramural recreation, in conjunction with the Director of Student Life and Development.
Coordinates the recruitment, hiring, and scheduling of all Student Recreation Center staff. Provides training and conducts evaluations for staff that incorporate staff development initiatives and student learning outcomes with a focus on risk management and customer service.
Serves as co-advisor for Student Government Association ( SGA ) and assists the Director of Student Life and Development and SGA cabinet with planning SGA events for students.
Provides safe facilities and environment by implementing preventative maintenance and risk management plans.
Develops new Student Recreation programming including budgets, program plans, and assessment tools.
Promotes the Student Recreation Center by developing and maintaining relationships with groups interested in programs, special events, and rentals, maintaining web pages, and planning and implementing promotional activities and materials.
Evaluates facility operations and programs annually and maintains accurate statistical information.
Reviews and approves all payroll associated with the Recreation Center Staff.
Assists in the development of the annual goals and budget.
Assists the Director of Student Life and Development with planning, advertising, and implementing Student Life events.
Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Remains competent and current though self-directed professional reading, acquiring and maintaining certifications, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the supervisor.
16.Contributes to the success of Student Recreation by performing other duties assigned by the Director of Student Life and Development.Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education: An associate’s degree is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. A degree with an emphasis in recreation, sport, and/or park administration, college student personnel, student affairs, or other related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.Experience: At least one year of experience working in an operations setting is required; experience that includes direct administrative responsibilities in programming is preferred. A background in risk management, especially as it relates to facility operations is preferred. Experience working in a diverse environment and/or with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.Skills: Effective organizational, management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are required. Computer literacy is required. Demonstrated knowledge of facility management is preferred. A working knowledge of financial operations is preferred. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.Certifications: First Aid and CPR / AED certification are preferred, but training will be provided if needed. A valid driver’s license is required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.Effort: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The position regularly requires setting up tables, chairs, tents, coolers, sound equipment, and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.Other: The scope of the position requires attendance at evening and/or weekend activities, meetings, and workshops.Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1175.htm Open Date 08/02/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants First date of consideration is August 23, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination StatementMissouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.Posting Detail Posting Number 20240202FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/76352 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
How did you hear about this vacancy?
Indeed
Missouri State University Website
Employee Referral
HigherEdJobs.com
Personal Contacts / Networking
Print Publications
Diversity website posting
Job Board (CareerBuilder.com, Monster, etc.)
Other
Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you.
(Open Ended Question)
Are you a current full-time regular Missouri State University employee?
Yes, I am a current full-time faculty/staff University employee.
No, I am not currently employed by the University.
No, I am a current per course faculty member.
No, I am a current part-time staff University employee.
No, I am a current University graduate assistant or teaching assistant.
No, I am a current student University employee.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts - 1
Optional Documents
Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
Other Documents -1
Unofficial Transcripts -2
Unofficial Transcripts -3
Vacancy expired!