Associate Director, Student Engagement

Job Title

Associate Director, Student Engagement

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Student Involvement, Tradition & Family Relations

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Associate Director of Student Engagement in the Lance Zimmerman Department of Campus Life. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

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Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee. 

  

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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Under general direction, the Associate Director of Student Engagement provides leadership and management of student involvement, student activities, and related departmental functions. This includes direct oversight of Registered Student Organizations, advising and training student leaders, managing compliance and risk management processes, and coordinating the use of Texan Sync and the Texan Trail Transcript. The role supervises professional and student staff, manages departmental assessment and reporting, and partners with faculty, staff, alumni, and external groups to strengthen campus engagement. The Associate Director also oversees major student traditions and serves on institutional committees and projects in support of divisional goals. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

This position is on-site located at Tarleton State University’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas.  Work hours: Mon–Fri; 8 AM–5 PM or as required by events and programming. Occasional evenings/weekends required.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

30% Student Involvement Oversight

• Provides oversight of more than 150 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs).

• Manages Texan Sync and the Texan Trail Transcript (TTT) to support organization operations and track involvement.

• Oversees organization registration, officer training, travel approval, event compliance, and risk management.

• Guides major involvement programs such as the Involvement Fair, Halloween Carnival, and Faith Fair.

30% Student Activities and Traditions

• Oversees campus activities and traditions including Purple Thursday, Texan Bingo, Lighting of the Smokestack, Campus Lighting, Create-a-Cr