at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Positio Title: Associate Director of Connections and Programming (CS26-151)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Apply Before: 01079
FLSA: Determined by Position
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Associate Director of Connections and Programming (CS26-151)
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Associate Director of Connections and Programming (CS26-151). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities. The Associate Director of Connections and Programming leads the development, planning, and execution of campus programming that fosters student connection, belonging, and retention at SIUE. This position provides strategic oversight of the department's comprehensive campus programming efforts, including traditions, affinity-based programs, and large-and small-scale events - designed to enhance the student experience and promote engagement. The Associate Director supervises two professional staff members and a team of 5-10 student employees within the Campus Activities Board, providing leadership in implementing the department's programming vision and advancing student success.
Why SIUE?
Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.
What You Will Do
- Lead the development, planning, and execution of campus programming that fosters student connection, belonging, and retention.
- Provide strategic oversight for comprehensive programming efforts, including traditions, affinity-based programs, and large- and small-scale events.
- Managing complex budgets and expenditures for a variety of departmental accounts ensuring compliance with institutional fiscal policies and appropriate allocation of resources across programs and initiatives.
- Enhance the student experience by promoting meaningful engagement across campus.
- Select, train supervise, develop, and evaluate two professional staff members and up to 10 student employees within the Campus Activities Board in executing the programming vision of the department.
- Collaborate with campus and community partners to foster a vibrant, inclusive environment and provide leadership for marketing and promotional strategies that drive awareness and participation.
- Provide leadership in implementing the department's programming vision and advancing student success.
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- A total of three (3) years (36 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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