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Director for Student Organizations and Campus Programming

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To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: Current resume, Cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

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Position Information

Job Title Director for Student Organizations and Campus Programming
Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the public , University Wide
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: Current resume, Cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number 20166655S
Job Description
As an integral part of the leadership of the Division of Student Affairs, the Director of Student Organizations and Campus Programming is responsible for overseeing student organizations and campus programming. The director is also responsible for developing a culture of respect throughout the Center for Student Engagement & Leadership (CSEL)and assessing the Center’s impact on student success.

Primary focus areas for the Director of Student Organizations and Campus Programming are:
  • Leading the success of and budgets for: Student Organizations, Student Organization Finance, and Student Programming
  • Organizing the Division of Student Affairs’ role in campus-wide programming
  • Coordinating large university events to support student engagement including Homecoming and Welcome Week
  • Supervising staff, GA’s, and student employees
  • Student Organization Leadership Coaching and Student Senate Advising;
  • Working directly with a variety of campus partners to develop policies and protocols addressing risk management, travel, etc. for all registered student organizations.


Job Responsibilities Include:
  • Provide leadership and oversight to Ohio University’s 550+ registered student organizations
    • Oversee student organization budgets
    • Establish campus relationships with facilities management, events services, finance, OUPD and other departments that work regularly with student organizations
    • Analyze, develop, and implement university-wide policies and protocols addressing risk management, travel, etc. for all registered student organizations and assist in resolving legal matters as student organizations encounter them
    • Advise Student Senate; supervises the graduate assistant who advises student senate; attend all general body meetings; meet bi-weekly with the executive leadership team; provide guidance on university policies, procedures, and governance structures to ensure student government activities align with institutional guidelines; plan summer retreat
    • Provide oversight to student allocations of $400K for student programming
    • Create assessment plans for student organizations and campus programming with a focus on how involvement in organizations and campus programming/activities impacts students’ personal, social, civic, and professional growth
  • Responsible for the organization of the Division of Student Affairs’ role in campus-wide programming.
    • Ensure ongoing engagement activities are occurring throughout the year and are responsive to students’ emergent needs and interests
    • Support and enhance student organizations in designing and creating programming
    • Partner with colleagues across the campus on major events and marquee programs
    • Maintain a partnership with the College of Fine Arts and the PAS and Concert Series
    • Plan, implement, and assess programs and activities that facilitate student engagement and connectivity to the university
  • Supports the coordination of large university events for student engagement including Homecoming, Family Weekends, and Welcome Week
  • Provide Leadership Coaching to student organization leaders on leadership development
    • Engage students in leadership development aligned with CSEL’s vision and strategy for leadership development
    • Utilize technology and resources to guide students through the leadership development process
    • Provide individual and group coaching to students regarding leadership development
    • Assess services/programs to determine student needs/learning outcomes and facilitate continuous improvement
  • Supervise staff and GA’s and the CSEL Student Ambassador Team
    • Co-lead and maintain a team of undergraduate student leaders who facilitate programs and events
    • Hire, train, and supervise staff, GA’s and student employees
    • Provide effective feedback and ongoing training
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in CSP, Higher Ed or other related field
  • Minimum of 6 years of related experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience


*Significant (15+) years of of progressive leadership in higher education student programming MAY be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree
Preferred Qualifications
Department VP For Student Affairs
Pay Rate
The target salary range is $51,281 to $67,947 commensurate with the selected candidate’s education and experience while considering internal equity.

Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Job Open Date 03/10/2025
Posting Close Date
3/24/2025
Job Category Administrative at-will appointment
Months 12 month
Planning Unit Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
Standard office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00; however, candidates must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends if necessary.
Campus Athens
Expected hours worked per week 40+
Expected duration of assignment Ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Lindsey Rudibaugh, rudibaugh@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer. 
Job Information

Employment Type full-time regular
Job Family/Subfamily Student Affairs-Student Life & Development
Career Track & Level M 3
Pay Grade CA&P|17|
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  2. Cover Letter
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