Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership

Job Description

Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership position. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $65,000-70,000 per year.

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership plays a key role in cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, and engaged campus community. This position provides strategic oversight for student clubs and organizations, leadership development programs, and campus-wide engagement initiatives.

Campus Activities Board

• Advises and supports the Campus Activities Board (CAB)
• Recruit, train, and evaluate CAB executive board members; hold regular one-on-one meetings and provide event support.
• Coordinates, executes, and evaluates CAB hallmark programming, such as Casino Night, Homecoming Bonfire, and Spring Concert, in addition to a variety of small-scale programs.
• Oversees the annual budget of approximately $180,000 and manages CAB co-sponsorship funding requests.

Registered Student Organization Oversight & Advising

• Provide direction and administrative oversight for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), including the recognition, renewal, and event approval processes.
• Advise and support student leaders and organization advisors in areas of governance, event planning, budgeting, and organizational development.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, fiscal procedures, and risk management practices

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience working in student activities, campus engagement, or related areas.
• Strong organizational, communication, and advising skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs.