Job Information
Texas State University Assistant Director, New Student Experiences in San Marcos, Texas
Posting Information
Posting Number2025135
Posting/Functional TitleAssistant Director, New Student Experiences
University Pay Plan TitleAsst Dir, New Student & Family Experiences
LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentNew Student & Family Experiences
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourcePermanent
Monthly Salary$5,465.09-$5,750.00
Job CategoryExempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel or related field.
Two or more years of full-time administrative and leadership experience in orientation, transition, or retention interventions or programming for new students.
Experience with large scale programming, event planning or project management.
Availability to seasonally work evenings and weekends.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with campus constituents and stakeholders.
Strong written, interpersonal, and inclusive communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated involvement in a related professional association ( AHEPPP , NODA , etc.)
Experience with student support and retention initiatives.
Experience supporting orientation, transition, or retention programs in a large university setting.
Experience supervising full-time staff.
Job Description
The Assistant Director of New Student Experiences leads and manages initiatives which welcome, transition, and effectively support new students attending Texas State University, notably New Student Orientation and Bobcat Welcome Week. The Assistant Director will be responsible for aspects of vision, program and service delivery, quality control, risk management, constituent engagement, resource development, and fiscal management which align with and contribute to division and university vision, mission, and goals for enrollment and student success. Collectively, these efforts will contribute to building, supporting, and centering new student orientation, transition, and retention experiences as an important factor in creating campus culture, fostering sense of belonging, student persistence, and academic success and well-being.
Job Duties
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (50%)
Develops and hosts an educational and engaging experience for 9,000 new students through New Student Orientation and Bobcat Welcome Week programming.
Directs the student registration process for New Student Orientation, including messaging, payment, student support, troubleshooting, and student registration holds in coordination with Enrollment Management.
Assists with the development and implementation of all department-wide programs including Family Weekend and other new orientation, transition and retention initiatives.
CONSTITUENT ENGAGEMENT (20%)
Liaises with members of the New Student Orientation Advisory Committee and campus partners to provide daily management and logistical support for New Student Orientation
Guides Bobcat Welcome Week Advisory Committee of internal stakeholders to host an engaging week-long program of activities
Supervises two Coordinators and one Administrative Assistant and indirectly supervise a team of 30+ student staff members.
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (15%)
Develops online modules to facilitate a successful transition to the university
Manages all communications to/from incoming new students through customer relationship management software, websites, and digital and print publications in coordination with Enrollment Management.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (10%)
Executes financial decisions in alignment with university, division, and departmental protocols
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED (5%)
Coordinates special projects or other duties as directed by Director of New Student and Family Experiences or their designee.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date11/08/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until FilledYes
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End5:00PM
Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50427
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