Assistant Director of the JBK Student Center

Job Title

Assistant Director of the JBK Student Center

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Jbk Student Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,971.17 monthly

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

General Summary:

The Assistant Director of the JBK Student Center is under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Campus Community, with direct responsibility for the overall management of the JBK Student Center and events services including facilities, equipment, personnel, and planning. The Assistant Director has direct supervisory responsibilities for JBK Coordinators and assists with the development and enforcement of operational procedures, including assisting with annual budgeting. This person will serve as a liaison with other campus units and community organizations to support the mission of the University/JBK Student Center.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and assist in the professional development of the Events Services and Production Services Coordinators.
• Works closely with (on-campus/off-campus) customers of the JBK Student Center in development, planning and implementation of events on campus.
• Will serve as a liaison to other offices/departments in the planning and delivery of activities in and around the Student Center and on campus, with particular emphasis on larger campus-wide events.
• Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates Student Mangers, Operations Crew members, and other student employees.
• Assists with event set-ups and take downs and performs other related duties and projects as assigned/needed.
• Performs essential tasks that include checking facilities for cleanliness and placing work orders as necessary.
• Organizes all fire and safety trainings/programs for the JBK.
• Works closely with the Senior Director of Campus Community to develop, plan, and implement marketing strategies to encourage and increase facility usage by the university and community at large.
• Aids the Senior Director for Campus Community in the development, implementation, and periodic review of the fee structures, policies, and facility improvements as set forth by the JBK Advisory Council.
• Contributes to the effective team management of all relevant problems, issues, and opportunities within the department.
• Meets with the Student Affairs division staff on a periodic basis reporting on all areas assigned.
• Cooperates with other University departments and units; participates on committees as assigned, and participates in professional organizations.
• Assume a leadership role within the Student Affairs team.
• Represents the Division of Student Affairs in various capacities throughout the year and assumes responsibility for special projects as necessary.
• Some night and weekend work will be required.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.  Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six (6) years of experience in college/university facility operations.
• Progressively responsible management experience, including some supervisory experience.
• Experience developing, implementing, and overseeing budgets.
• Practical experience in the delivery of educational and social programming on a college campus.
• Experience with EMS