Job Description

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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement Programs is responsible for planning and executing student engagement initiatives that foster connection and belonging among returning and under-engaged student populations. This role advises the Student Programming Council, coordinates Dooley After Dark programming, supports population-specific engagement initiatives, and collaborates with student organizations and campus partners to provide educational support for effective program design and event planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, implements, and assesses student engagement programs with a focus on returning student populations, including upper-division students, transfer students, and other under-engaged groups.
• Collaborates with student organizations to provide educational support for event planning and execution, including workshops, consultations, and guidance on program design, logistics, and engagement strategies.
• Develops and maintains event planning resources and toolkits that promote best practices, risk awareness, and inclusive engagement for student-led programs and events.
• Coordinates and executes Dooley After Dark programming, including evening and weekend events, in alignment with departmental priorities, available resources, and population-based engagement goals.
• Serves as the primary advisor to the Student Programming Council (SPC), supporting student leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and alignment with institutional expectations.
• Supports the execution of ATLBound and other population-specific engagement initiatives through program planning, coordination, and collaboration with campus partners.
• Collaborates with faculty, academic departments, and campus partners to implement co-curricular engagement opportunities, such as course-connected programs, academic community-building events, and discipline-specific mixers that support student connection and belonging.
• Partners with student organizations and campus departments to co-create engagement opportunities that support belonging, connection, and meaningful involvement.
• Manages operational aspects of engagement programming, including event logistics, vendor coordination, and contract processes, in partnership with appropriate campus offices.
• Serves as a resource and advisor to students involved in engagement and programming efforts, supporting student development through mentoring and informal advising.
• Assists with staffing and support of major engagement initiatives, including Weeks of Welcome and Homecoming Week, in collaboration with the Associate Director and other departmental colleagues.
• Stays informed about current trends and best practices in student engagement, belonging, and co-curricular learning to enhance program effectiveness.
• Serves on departmental, divisional, or university committees or task forces as requested.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience working in a college or university student residential environment, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A master's degree in higher education, leadership, or other related areas is preferred.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.