Assistant Director, Student Programming

miamioh.edu; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university in Oxford, England seeks an experienced individual to support student engagement through program planning and oversight of university-wide events. The role includes supervising student teams, collaborating with various stakeholders, and facilitating leadership workshops. Qualified candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Student Affairs or a related field, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Flexible working hours are required.

Benefits

Great work environment

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in activities programming and student organization advising.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and advisement to Miami Activities and Programming.
• Supervise a team of student employees and assist in program planning.
• Coordinate university-wide programming initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Event planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Student Affairs or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Social media and marketing tools

Job description

* Provide support and advisement to Miami Activities and Programming (MAP), Miami University’s campus programming board, whose members create large-scale traditions and events and strive to leave a lasting impact on the student experience.* Support student advisees and supervisees on program planning and logistics, including space reservation, contracts, risk management and liability, budgets, and marketing.* Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, and provide team building for a team of student employees, practicum students, and graduate assistants in alignment with the department’s student employment program and philosophy.* Serve on university wide planning committees such as Welcome Weekend, Family Weekend, and Homecoming.* Coordinate Late Night and collaborative programming initiatives on campus within MAP and other University sponsored events.* Oversee logistics for student and office led initiatives including contracts, insurance compliance, space reservations, third party vendors, day of details, and other tasks as needed.* Serve as a resource to all student organizations on university policy, guidelines, and protocols related to event planning and marketing of activities and events.* Collaborate with stakeholders including the Office of Residence Life, Dean of Students Office, Office of Community Standards, the City of Oxford, and more on the implementation of collaborative programs.* Assists the Associate Director in providing leadership for the Center for Student Engagement, Activities and Leadership in establishing and fulfilling its mission and strategic priorities; and in conducting daily operations and responsibilities.* Perform daily administrative responsibilities including support to other departments, assessment, and other areas as needed.* Facilitate Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL) workshops designed to support organizations in the areas of event planning, collaboration, and other areas of interest.* Support summer and fall Orientation efforts through student engagement and involvement presentations to new students and families.* Serve as a campus-wide resource for student involvement opportunities.* Supervise a graduate assistant.* Master's Degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education or related field.* Graduate or professional experience in activities programming, student organization advising, program/event planning, leadership development programming, alcohol education and/or hazing prevention.* Knowledge of best practices and ability to infuse research with practical experience to create intentional leadership programs for fraternity and sorority life.* Outstanding leadership, management and interpersonal skills to relate and work with a variety of faculty, students, parents, staff and community members.* Willingness to work in a team oriented and collaborative environment.* Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.* Must possess strong computer competence, including but not limited to word, excel, and social media and marketing mediums* Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends* Ability to work with a high level of autonomy* An understanding of the developmental needs of college students* Experience developing and maintaining mutually-beneficial community-campus partnerships**Miami University Values Statement** is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami!We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience.Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio.For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and . We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the .