Associate Director, Student Activities - Programming

Miami, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Tuition remission

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

The University of Miami is a prestigious private research university located in Coral Gables, Florida. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and vibrant campus life, the university serves a diverse student body and fosters an inclusive, dynamic environment for personal and educational growth. The Division of Student Affairs plays a vital role in enriching students' university experience through a wide array of programs, services, and resources aimed at engagement, leadership, and community development. Within this division, the Department of Student Activities and Student Organizations focuses on creating purposeful and inclusive programs that enhance the University of Miami... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred in Higher Education Administration/Student Affairs or related field
Three to five years of progressive related experience in Higher Education/Student Affairs or related field
Expectation to work some nights and weekends throughout the year
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to operate professionally and autonomously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other programs
Demonstrated ability to thrive within a team structure
Responsive and timely decision making

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred in Higher Education Administration/Student Affairs or related field
Three to five years of progressive related experience in Higher Education/Student Affairs or related field
Experience managing student programming and event planning
Skill in contract negotiation and risk assessment
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Ability to design and implement leadership training initiatives
Experience with budget management and financial oversight
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job Duties

Responsible for the advisement and management of Hurricane Productions, UM's student-run programming board
Oversees planning, implementation, risk assessment, contracting, and program assessment of approximately 200 programs per year
Develops and implements comprehensive marketing plans for campus events in collaboration with Student Affairs Marketing and Communications
Designs and executes leadership training initiatives including an annual spring leadership/new officer retreat
Oversees planning, execution, and evaluation of Senior Send Off festivities
Provides administrative oversight to Category 5 - Athletic Programming Board and Student Fan Zone
Designs and implements assessment measures to evaluate program effectiveness
Negotiates, reviews, edits, and executes complex contracts for events and programs
Serves as resource for student organization leaders and university administrators regarding event planning, policy, contract negotiation, and risk assessment
Represents the Department on various division and university-wide committees
Assists with department and division-wide programs such as Canefest, Commencement, Student Fan Zone, Homecoming, and other special events
Supervises an Assistant Director and a graduate assistant
Provides daily supervision and feedback to student employees
Manages budgets exceeding $1 million including operational forecasts and compliance
Engages in sponsor/donor cultivation to support programs
Contributes ideas to Senior Director on operational and strategic plans
Makes daily independent decisions to meet department objectives and ensure policy compliance

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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