POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Assistant Director, Family Programs and Student Affairs Special Events
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 1960
GRADE 42
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Director of New Student and Family Programs
MAJOR ADMINISTRATOR Associate Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Assistant Director, Family Programs and Student Affairs Special Events supports the academic mission and student development goals of Missouri State University by creating an environment that promotes positive relations with and appropriate involvement opportunities for parents and family members of Missouri State University students, primarily through the Family Association. The Assistant Director, Family Programs and Student Affairs Special Events works collaboratively with staff, faculty, students, and family members to develop and implement programmatic initiatives designed to support the successful inclusion of parents and family members into the Missouri State University community, including (but not limited to) new student and family orientation programs, Family Weekend, Spring Family Day, the Ursa Experience, and Welcome Weekend. The Assistant Director, Family Programs and Student Affairs Special Events develops and maintains a variety of resources for parents and family members including (but not limited to) the Family Association website, content on social media platforms, the Bear Family Handbook, the SOAR Family calendar, and the Bear Notes e-newsletter.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience: One year of experience in academic advising, event planning, educational administration, leadership training, or related student affairs areas is required. Two years of experience working as a graduate assistant in one or more of these areas may be substituted for the one year experience requirement.
Skills: Organizational and leadership skills are required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, computer literacy, and the ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. A working knowledge of desktop publishing is preferred.
Other: The scope of the position requires occasional evening and weekend work, particularly during new student orientation programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Develops and implements a plan for enhancing relationships and involvement opportunities for parents and family members of Missouri State University students.
2. Develops and implements programmatic initiatives for parents and family members, including (but not limited to) Family Weekend, Spring Family Day, the Ursa Experience, and Welcome Weekend and collaborates with other University offices, departments, and personnel to ensure their success.
3. Ensures the success of the Family Association by administering all aspects of the program, including (but not limited to) recruitment, enrollment, and recordkeeping.
4. Develops and administers policies and procedures regarding the Family Association.
5. Develops and distributes informational resources for parents and family members, including (but not limited to) the Family Association website, content on social media platforms, the Bear Family Handbook, the SOAR Family calendar, and the Bear Notes e-newsletter.
6. Disseminates timely and appropriate information to parents and family members through a variety of media, including (but not limited to) the Family Association website, social media outlets, print publications, email, and other electronic media.
7. Collaborates with the Director, New Student and Family Programs to develop and implement parent and family programmatic aspects of the SOAR program and arranges all necessary logistical components.
8. Conducts assessment of parent and family programs and activities to monitor effectiveness and relevance, as well as identify future areas of interest or need.
9. Serves as a primary contact for parents and family members to answer questions or direct them to appropriate areas for additional assistance.
10. Serves as a resource to faculty and staff regarding parent and family issues and concerns and represents the interests of parents and families on University committees, as assigned.
11. Develops and implements special projects for the Division of Student Affairs under the direction of the Vice President of Student Affairs and supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, including, but not limited to, Campus-wide Memorial Service, Crowdfunding for the division, the Impact Summit, and the First Generation Conference.
12. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
13. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Director, New Student and Family Programs.
14. Contributes to the overall success of New Student and Family Programs by performing all other duties as assigned by the Director, New Student and Family Programs.
SUPERVISION
The Assistant Director, Family Programs and Student Affairs Special Events is supervised by the Director, New Student and Family Programs and assists with supervision of student SOAR Leaders and a graduate assistant.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED FEBRUARY 2019
