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Working Title:

Assistant Director for Student Organizations & Engagement

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Moorhead

Classification Title:

MSUAASF Range C

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Moorhead

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$47,607.00 - $93,342.00

Position Purpose:

The **Student Engagement Coordinator** advances **student engagement** , **leadership development** , and a **sense of belonging** by supporting student organizations and their activities.

This role:

+ Oversees the **student organization recognition process**

+ Manages **financial operations** and **funding allocations** through the Student Activity Fee

+ Administers the **student engagement platform**

+ Advises student leaders on **event planning** and **risk management**

+ Promotes **collaborative programming**

+ Supports a vibrant, inclusive **co-curricular environment**

As part of the **Student Union and Activities team** , this position helps shape a dynamic campus culture that fosters **student success** and **community connection** .

Key Responsibilities

•️ Student Organization Support & Development (40%)

+ Manage annual recognition and registration for 80+ student organizations

+ Ensure compliance with university and MinnState policies

+ Develop and assess training for student leaders and advisors

+ Coordinate outreach events like **student organization fairs**

+ Support event planning, risk management, and campus partnerships

• Student Activity Fee Advising (25%)

+ Oversee the **Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee (SAFAC)**

+ Guide student groups through funding proposals and purchasing procedures

+ Monitor fundraising activities and ensure financial compliance

• Student Engagement Platform Management (10%)

+ Serve as the **primary administrator** for the student engagement platform

+ Maintain system accuracy and provide user training and support

+ Optimize workflows and assess platform effectiveness

• Event Planning & Programming Support (10%)

+ Advise student organizations on event logistics, budgeting, and inclusivity

+ Collaborate on campus-wide events and traditions

+ Supervise events as needed in partnership with the Associate Director for Student Life

• Assessment (5%)

+ Collect and analyze data on student engagement and event participation

+ Contribute to strategic planning and annual reporting

• Departmental & Other Duties (10%)

+ Participate in Student Union and Activities team initiatives

+ Support campus programs and perform duties aligned with university priorities

Salary Range:

$47,607 - $93,342 annually

Minimum Qualifications

+ **Bachelor’s degree** in Communications, Event Planning, Leadership, Business, or related field **and** 2 years of experience in student activities or event planning **OR** **Master’s degree** in Higher Education Leadership, Student Affairs, or related field with 1 year of experience in Student Affairs

+ This position has the ability to substitute professional experience for education

+ Experience leading and supervising **culturally diverse teams.**

+ Strong **interpersonal and communication skills** , including the ability to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and campus partners.

+ Proven **decision-making skills** and ability to **interpret and apply university and system-wide policies** to successfully manage decision-related events and programs.

Preferred Qualification

+ Experience with student organization advising, **leadership development** , and facilitating group trainings.

+ Experience supervising student employees and applying **student development theory** in practice.

+ Experience **conducting assessment of programs,** events, and related learning outcomes.

+ Experience managing **financial resources** and applying **risk reduction strategies** in event planning.

Other Requirements

+ This position will work some evenings and weekends

+ Periodically, some physical effort will be required such as lifting, setting up events, and rearranging furniture

+ The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, occasionally evenings and weekends

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Why Join Minnesota State Moorhead?

+ Be part of a team that values **innovation** , **collaboration** , and **student-centered engagement** . Help shape a campus where students thrive, connect, and lead.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-29-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

07-18-2025

Close Date:

08-04-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Christine Adams

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]