Assistant Director for Student Organizations & Engagement

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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 developmen