Associate Director of Student Engagement

Campus Engagement & New Student Programs


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The Associate Director of Student Engagement supports the development and implementation of a comprehensive co-curricular experience that fosters student involvement, leadership development, and campus connection. Reporting to the Director of Student Engagement, this role helps execute strategic initiatives that enhance student engagement, belonging, and retention.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Advising major student organizations such as the Associated Student Government (ASG) and University Activities Council (UAC)
  • Coordinating major transition programs including Hornet Orientation, Welcome Weekend, and 40 Days at the Hive
  • Supporting the development of Learning Communities that integrate academic and co-curricular experiences
  • Collaborating with faculty, staff, and community partners to promote inclusive programming and student success
  • Assisting with event planning, student leadership development, and assessment of engagement initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Business, or a related field; or 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in a related field.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

COMPENSATION:

Compensation will be negotiable based upon education & experience

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

  • Health Insurance
  • Free Dental insurance for employees
  • Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
  • Paid parental leave
  • Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
  • Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
  • Dependent tuition waiver
  • For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references here. 


Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.


A background check is required prior to hire.



For more information

Human Resources

humres@emporia.edu

(620) 341-5379

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.