Assistant Director of Student Engagement

Position Title : Assistant Director of Student Engagement
Location : Jamestown, North Dakota
Employment Type : Full-time, 12-month staff position, in-person
Application Deadline : Open until filled
FLSA Status : Exempt

The University of Jamestown is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic full-time Assistant Director of Student Engagement to join our team. This role will focus on enhancing student life by developing and implementing engaging programs, fostering a sense of community, and supporting student success. The ideal candidate is passionate about student development, student success, highly organized, and skilled in building relationships with diverse student populations.

About the University of Jamestown :
Established in 1883, the University of Jamestown is a private, Christian liberal arts university with its roots based in Jamestown, North Dakota. Committed to the “Jamestown Journey to Success,” we integrate liberal arts with professional preparation, fostering academic excellence and a supportive, family-like community.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage Student Engagement budget.
• Manage student activities to include:
  • SET staffing, budget, events, etc.
  • Homecoming, Casino Night, Involvement Fair, and other engagement programming. 
  • Responsible for event management and student activities risk management procedures.
  • Create effective marketing strategies for programs and events.
• Manage student organizations.
• Manage and coordinate Welcome Weekend activities.
• Manage and Coordinate the Community Block Party in August each year.
• Duties may also include additional Student Success responsibilities for the right candidate to include:
  • Assisting with sophomore retention management.
  • Assisting with junior retention management.
  • Assisting with support for specific populations of students
  • Assisting with social media and marketing.
  • Assisting with Student Success Newsletter.
  • Supporting retention task force groups.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to work occasional nights/weekends with student events especially during the Fall and Spring.
• Minimal travel required – 10% or less.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college staff, faculty, and students.
• Proficient with smart technology, computers, multimedia and modern education technology.
• Learning theory and student characteristics for leadership development.
• Principles and practices of event and risk management, principles of student discipline, legal aspects of higher education, team development strategies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunity to lead and grow a program with strong institutional support.
• A supportive, mission-driven campus community.

Application Process :
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV or resume, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer :
The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.