Assistant Director, Student Government Advisor
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193411EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Assistant Director, Student Government AdvisorAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience ($60,000 - $63,000)Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM; some weekends and eveningsJob Location
Raleigh NCDepartment
Student Leadership & EngagementAbout the Department
The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.
NC State was named a great place to work in the 2022 Forbes annual survey as the best large employer in North Carolina. The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.
In Student Leadership and Engagement, we facilitate purposeful involvement and leadership development that supports and enhances students’ academic experience. We engage students in meaningful and memorable involvement experiences that create a sense of belonging, and we equip them with the knowledge, tools, and experiences to practice socially responsible leadership and contribute to a global society. Student Leadership and Engagement, serving the entire student body, provides leadership and vision for coordinating various forms of student involvement and engagement within DASA at NC State University.
The department encompasses co-curricular leadership programs and initiatives; student organization management; education, and development; student governance; large scale campus programming; global engagement via Alternative Service Break, service and civic engagement coordination; Gallup Strengths training and coaching; campus-community partnerships; oversight of the Feed the Pack Food Pantry; three academic courses; and a robust student intern program.
Essential Job Duties
The Assistant Director will be responsible for the following:
- Serve as the primary advisor for Student Government including elected student body officers
- Serve as the primary advisor for Executive Branch, Legislative Branch and Board of Elections, and Treasury
- Supervise graduate assistant for Student Government (20 hour assistantship)
- Manage budgets totaling over $420,000 in student fees, ensuring proper expenditures of allocated funds
- Ensure Student Government (SG) is compliance with NC State University policies, rules, and regulations as well as relevant federal and state laws
- Guide SG student organization appropriations process
- Coordinate and support implementation of co-curricular programs, activities and retreats including training and workshops
- Co-create Student Government leadership training and development activities in consultation with student body officers and student leaders
- Advise student leaders on policy, procedures and organizational development
- Maintain documentation and develop institutional memory to promote organization sustainability and mission continuity
- Develop sustainability and development plan for long-term organizational health
- Risk management assessment, mitigation, prevention of SG events and initiatives
- Review and learn technology-based tools for Student Government including Campus LabsEngage
- Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with multiple constituents including campus offices, students, staff, faculty members and various other community groups
- Manage space operations and procedures for SG suite
- Advise and mentor SG leaders at varied levels of development and experience
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned in support of the Student Involvement mission.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Education, Leadership, Organizational Development, Higher Education, or related field
- 2 Years of Experience in Higher Education or related field
Other Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with leadership training and development
- Advising student leaders within a student organization
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated effort to promote inclusion and belonging among staff and students throughout the university
- Effective leadership skills, with the ability to coach, advise, supervise, train and mentor
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
- Have previous experience advising student government, programming boards, residence hall associations, or other student council organizations
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
05/20/2024Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a resume, cover letter and the contact information for three professional references to include name, title, company, phone number, and email address.
Position Number
00103597Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
240501 - Student Leadership & EngagementAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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