Job Description:
Alfred State College

Location: Alfred, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Wed Sep 4 2024 Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Student Unions at Alfred State College is a member of the Office of Student Engagement and reports to the Director of Student Engagement. This individual will be responsible for developing student unions operations and pre-professional (student) teams on a number of levels. The Assistant Director of Student Unions will provide strategic leadership and management for a pre-professional (student) team as it delivers exceptional customer service related to event planning, promotion, assessment, engaging with students and their club and organizations in union spaces, and coordinating event support for students, campus partners, and the community at large for the use of the facilities and will be responsible for all activities. The student unions on Alfred State Campus consists of the Student Leadership Center, the Pioneer Center, the MacKenzie Commons and the Auditorium in the Orvis Activities Center.

The Assistant Director of Student Unions will work as part of a team within the Office of Student Engagement to fulfill the mission and vision of the office and the College. The college is about to embark on a construction project in one of the student unions and this position will be responsible for helping to create and implement a moving plan consisting of storage, purchasing furniture, and creatively reimagining space utilization on campus and ensuring spaces provide a safe and welcoming environment.

The Assistant Director of Student Unions will assist the Director of Student Engagement in formulating policies and regulations for the use of the student union; supervises specific functions such as operations, reservations, conferences, assisting with orientation, commuter services, volunteer services, or building operations, and will represent the office for all college events. Event Support will consist of managing reservations for all reservable spaces within our Event Management System (EMS), submitting work-orders for facility use, assigning/staffing a team to set-up, track, and support the events, which include indoor and outdoor spaces on campus at various hours.

In addition, the Assistant Director of Student Unions may be responsible for evening and weekend obligations as needed and the supervision of night and weekend managers for the union. Other responsibilities will include but not be limited to supervising a student fees budget allocation, serve as a liaison for faculty senate, hiring, training, and managing a team of pre-professionals (students) with a focus on student development, assisting in the development and supervision of fraternity and sorority life, provide high-level oversight of facility use and reservations with use of EMS, coordination with student clubs and organizations, faculty/staff, tech services, and other users (external parties) of the facilities for event production.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree in a related area with equivalent experience.

General Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills; clear and effective communication with campus partners and students.
• Organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments, coordinate projects, and establish procedures for effective information sharing.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and work effectively with individuals and groups.

College Union:

• Experience in designing, implementing, and facilitating training in leadership, customer service, and personal development workshops.
• Experience supervising student employees (pre-professional staff).
• Strong customer service skills, working with a diverse population.
• Ability to understand, utilize and adapt to new technology.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and administrative skills.
• Ability to think creatively for a space and execute design plan.
• Attention to detail in a physical space.
• Knowledge and experience of risk assessment principles and budgetary and fiscal skills.
• Familiarity and experience with Fraternity and Sorority life to serve as an advisor.

Event Management:

• Experience implementing developmental and social programming in a community or college environment setting.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures involved in risk assessment.
• Budgetary and fiscal skills.
• Ability to assign tasks to team members effectively and monitor their progress.
• Skills in motivating and inspiring team members to achieve common goals.
• Ability to manage details simultaneously and ensure logistics are covered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's degree, preferably in student personnel or related area, with progressive experience working in the administration of a Student Union or related areas as applicable.

Additional Information:

The starting salary for this position is $55,151 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Employees are also offered EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS! We offer extensive healthcare and retirement options, including the opportunity for a pension. Furthermore, we prioritize a harmonious integration of work, personal life, and academic endeavors to support your overall work-life balance and effectiveness.

Benefits options include:

Health Insurance:

• Cost effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer.
• PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions.
• Exceptional fertility benefits available.
• Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement.

Dental and Vision:

• No cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

Educational Support:

• Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development.

Paid Time Off:

• New employees in this negotiating unit are eligible for up to 15 paid sick and vacation days in their first year, increasing with years of service.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental and family leave

Retirement Plans:

• Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life.
• Additional pre- and post- tax voluntary retirement savings options are available.

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package are designed to exceed your expectations, affirming our dedication to your overall well-being and professional growth.

Non-Discrimination Notice

Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the college community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Alfred State policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the compliance officers/coordinators listed below. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and other laws, regulations, and policies prohibiting discrimination may be directed to:

Angela Koskoff
Chief Diversity Officer
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
koskofam@alfredstate.edu
Phone 607-587-4026

If you would like to receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop in and request one at the University Police Department, located in the TG House on Lower College Drive or request a copy by calling the University Police at 607-587-3999. This report is available on the college's website at: http://www.alfredstate.edu/university-police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report

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