Develops and implements leadership development opportunities, including workshops, retreats, and ongoing training focused on values-based leadership, officer transitions, group dynamics, conflict resolution, risk management, hazing prevention, alcohol and other drug education, and other initiatives supporting fraternity and sorority life.

Oversees planning, logistics, and policy compliance for recruitment, membership intake, and chapter events. Guides students through risk mitigation protocols, event planning logistics, and compliance with University policies for recruitment activities, formals, conferences, philanthropic events, and other chapter programming.

Collaborates with the Office of Community Standards and campus partners to address behavioral concerns, support adjudication processes, coordinate standards board training, and maintain chapter expectations through the Standards of Excellence policy and procedure framework.

Administers community standards and chapter accreditation programs, maintaining accurate records related to membership rosters, academic reports, event participation, and organizational outcomes. Designs and analyzes assessment tools, including surveys, focus groups, and annual chapter reviews, to evaluate student learning outcomes and inform continuous improvement.

Serves as the primary liaison to inter/national headquarters staff, chapter advisors, alumni, parents, and campus partners to foster effective communication and collaboration.

Student Center Operations and Event Support

• Oversees daily operations, safety protocols, and student staffing for the student center/activities building, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and functional environment.
• Assists with recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising student employees responsible for supporting campus events through audio, visual, lighting, and facility operations.
• Coordinates with campus facilities, catering, and technical services to support successful execution of student-run events, late-night programming, and other campus initiatives. Maintains familiarity with basic audio/visual equipment setup and student center operations.

Student Employee Supervision and Administrative Support

• Establishes weekly assignments for student staff, provides training and guidance, and evaluates student employee performance and development
• Conducts regular facility inspections to ensure appropriate customer service, safety standards, and policy compliance. Reports facility concerns, equipment issues, and purchasing needs to the Director of Student Activities.

Campus Engagement and Division Support

• Builds positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and conference/event partners to support a collaborative campus environment.
• Participates in division-wide and campus-wide committees, supports institutional initiatives, and represents Student Affairs at special events

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling, or a closely related field

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Office of Student Activities is the dynamic center of co-curricular life on campus. We are a student-centered department and are committed to creating a seamless Marist experience. We believe that both in and outside the classroom, learning and personal growth should be continuous.

Through our programs and personal interactions, we collaborate with students, faculty and staff members to provide intellectual, cultural, and social programs. We aim for these programs to encourage student learning and development, awareness and responsible living, and enhance the mission of the university.

There are over 140 clubs and organizations to choose from, including club sports, Greek life, dance and performing arts, student government, and many more. Membership in all clubs and organizations is open to students from every background and academic program.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Administrative (Exempt)

Months per Year:

12

Work Schedule:

Typical weekly schedule of 8:30am-5:00pm and rotation for weekend coverage

Required presence at major campus wide events, (i.e.) Family Weekend, Senior Week, Orientation/Welcome Week, Admissions Admitted Student Weekends, Commencement, Conferences, Formals, etc.

Campus Activities requires a consistent on sight management presence. Student Activities late at night, early mornings, and weekends may be required occasionally.

Hours per Week:

37.5

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.

Advertised: August 11, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

Develops and implements leadership development opportunities, including workshops, retreats, and ongoing training focused on values-based leadership, officer transitions, group dynamics, conflict resolution, risk management, hazing prevention, alcohol and other drug education, and other initiatives supporting fraternity and sorority life.

Oversees planning, logistics, and policy compliance for recruitment, membership intake, and chapter events. Guides students through risk mitigation protocols, event planning logistics, and compliance with University policies for recruitment activities, formals, conferences, philanthropic events, and other chapter programming.

Collaborates with the Office of Community Standards and campus partners to address behavioral concerns, support adjudication processes, coordinate standards board training, and maintain chapter expectations through the Standards of Excellence policy and procedure framework.

Administers community standards and chapter accreditation programs, maintaining accurate records related to membership rosters, academic reports, event participation, and organizational outcomes. Designs and analyzes assessment tools, including surveys, focus groups, and annual chapter reviews, to evaluate student learning outcomes and inform continuous improvement.

Serves as the primary liaison to inter/national headquarters staff, chapter advisors, alumni, parents, and campus partners to foster effective communication and collaboration.

Student Center Operations and Event Support

• Oversees daily operations, safety protocols, and student staffing for the student center/activities building, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and functional environment.
• Assists with recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising student employees responsible for supporting campus events through audio, visual, lighting, and facility operations.
• Coordinates with campus facilities, catering, and technical services to support successful execution of student-run events, late-night programming, and other campus initiatives. Maintains familiarity with basic audio/visual equipment setup and student center operations.

Student Employee Supervision and Administrative Support

• Establishes weekly assignments for student staff, provides training and guidance, and evaluates student employee performance and development
• Conducts regular facility inspections to ensure appropriate customer service, safety standards, and policy compliance. Reports facility concerns, equipment issues, and purchasing needs to the Director of Student Activities.

Campus Engagement and Division Support

• Builds positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and conference/event partners to support a collaborative campus environment.
• Participates in division-wide and campus-wide committees, supports institutional initiatives, and represents Student Affairs at special events

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling, or a closely related field

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Office of Student Activities is the dynamic center of co-curricular life on campus. We are a student-centered department and are committed to creating a seamless Marist experience. We believe that both in and outside the classroom, learning and personal growth should be continuous.

Through our programs and personal interactions, we collaborate with students, faculty and staff members to provide intellectual, cultural, and social programs. We aim for these programs to encourage student learning and development, awareness and responsible living, and enhance the mission of the university.

There are over 140 clubs and organizations to choose from, including club sports, Greek life, dance and performing arts, student government, and many more. Membership in all clubs and organizations is open to students from every background and academic program.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Administrative (Exempt)

Months per Year:

12

Work Schedule:

Typical weekly schedule of 8:30am-5:00pm and rotation for weekend coverage

Required presence at major campus wide events, (i.e.) Family Weekend, Senior Week, Orientation/Welcome Week, Admissions Admitted Student Weekends, Commencement, Conferences, Formals, etc.

Campus Activities requires a consistent on sight management presence. Student Activities late at night, early mornings, and weekends may be required occasionally.

Hours per Week:

37.5

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.

Advertised: August 11, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: