Assistant Director for Student Activities

Student Union and Activities

South Dakota State University

Brookings, South Dakota

This is a posting within the Division of Student Affairs. 

Responsibilities: This  position leads the programmatic and administrative efforts of the University’s Office of Student Activities.  Specifically, this position supervises the (3) full time Program Advisors, supports current and forming student clubs and organizations, hosts dynamic engagement programs for students, directs the unit’s annual assessment efforts, oversees performance contract planning and execution process, and services as a member of the department’s senior management team. 

Minimum requirements:  Master’s Degree in a related field by first day of employment; at least three years full time professional experience in Student Affairs; demonstrated ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and implement university programs; supervision of student or professional personnel; a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. 

Preferred qualifications: experience with Student Activities/Student Union programming; experience in marketing and communication efforts in a Student Activities/Student Union setting; experience with entertainment contract negotiation and reviewing artist contracts; assessment efforts related to student activities; developing and facilitating training programs.

Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by August 10, 2021. 

Contact Adam Karnopp at (605) 688-4960 or Adam.Karnopp@sdstate.edu  for questions regarding the position. 

To apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu, search for the position, and follow the electronic application process. 

For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128. 

SDSU is an AA/EO employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.