Assistant Director, Student Engagement, Events & Experiences

Job DetailsJob Location: Forest Grove Campus - Forest Grove, OR 97116Position Type: ExemptSalary Range: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00Job Category: Faculty and Staff Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

 

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

 

 

Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at Pacific University is dedicated to fostering student development in support of a more just, sustainable, and caring world. Guided by our core values—equity and inclusion, care, community, and learning—we center holistic student wellbeing, cultivate a sense of belonging, and champion equitable practices. As part of this area, the Student Engagement & Inclusion is committed to continuous growth, collaboration, and innovation in service of our students and campus community. 

 

 

Application Deadline: Candidates are encouraged to apply by Sunday, May 3 for priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2026.

Salary Range: $48,000-55,000

Reports to: Director, Student Engagement & Inclusion

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION 
The Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Events & Experiences provides leadership for signature campus programs, traditions, and experiential opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. This position oversees major campus events, orientation programs, equipment rental services, and transfer student engagement initiatives. The Assistant Director ensures students have access to meaningful experiences, supports collaboration across departments and community partners, and delivers high-quality, engaging programs that enhance student life and foster a connected campus community.

 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Signature Events & Traditions



Plan, coordinate and oversee signature departmental events, including orientations, annual traditions, and other major campus engagement initiatives.


Lead logistics, budgeting, vendor coordination, and execution of events and experiential programs, including orientation, outdoor adventures, and campus-wide engagement initiatives.


Partner with campus and community organizations to expand experiential learning and co-curricular opportunities for students.


Evaluate and assess events and programs to improve quality, student learning and satisfaction, and impact





Orientation & Experiential Program


Lead undergraduate orientation programs, collaborating with faculty, staff, and student leaders to provide engaging, informative, and student-centered experiences.


Serve on graduate orientation planning committees, contributing expertise on programming, student engagement, and event coordination.


Coordinate transfer student programs and engagement opportunities, ensuring connection, access, and community-building for these populations.


Plan, coordinate, and expand experiential learning opportunities that connect students with the Pacific Northwest’s natural, cultural, and community resources, including local outdoor adventures, cultural outings, and place-based experiences that foster wellness, leadership development, and community-building.


Manage outdoor adventure equipment rentals, providing students with safe and accessible resources for recreational and experiential activities.



 


Faculty and Staff Guidance



Provide guidance and training to faculty and staff on best practices in event planning, experiential learning, and student engagement initiatives.


Collaborate with campus partners to support effective co-curricular programming, student leadership involvement, and high-quality event delivery.


Mentor staff in developing, implementing, and assessing programs that create meaningful student experiences.


Cross-Unit Collaboration & Coordination


Actively promote and participate in cross-unit collaboration and cross-training among department and division staff, ensuring coordinated service delivery and shared expertise for campus-wide programs.


Lead or support task forces, committees, and cross-campus working groups focused on student engagement, event planning, leadership development, and experiential learning, ensuring integration and alignment across the division and univ