Assistant Director for Student Life and Student Leadership Western University of Health Sciences - 4.2 Pomona, CA Job Details Full-time $70,304 - $72,800 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Educational administrative software Google Forms Student information system Documentation tools Bachelor's degree Video conferencing software Working with students Productivity software Video conferencing systems operation Full Job Description Under the supervision of the Director for Student Life & Student Leadership (SLL), the Assistant Director for SLL will provide support and resources to students through cocurricular activities, important communication tools, and benefit management. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Director to collaboratively manage student leadership information, processes, and resources. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Director to collaboratively develop, support, and promote student engagement. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities. Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities are as follows:

Knowledge of:

Experience:

Preferred 2-3 years' experience working with web-based tools, web-content management, and professional writing. Experience with Microsoft Office suite, student information databases (Banner preferred), and Canva or other design-related programs. Computer skills enabling employee to make changes in various web editing tools along with web-based forms. Create effective and useful documents in Microsoft suite, Google Documents, Google Forms and any other software program required for this position. Knowledge of video conferencing software including (but not limited to) Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Skill:

Strong written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills that enable the employee to interact effectively with administration, faculty, staff, students, and guests.

Ability to:

Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism. Prioritize and successfully complete multiple duties while paying close attention to detail. Skilled in making decisions with sound judgment.

Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

Required 2-3 years experience in student affairs related field preferably in serving graduate-level students.

Preferred Qualifications Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities Student Support and Cocurricular Activity Advisement:

In the absence and/or support of the

Director:

SGA/Club Advisement. Event approval. Reimbursement approval. Provide necessary data for student emergencies. Review and approve health screenings. Oversee processing of student fitness benefit with Coordinator(s). Report and escalate student concerns to Director or higher as needed. Join and/or participate in University Committees as appropriate or assigned by Director or Associate Vice Provost for Student Success. The Assistant Director will update and manage important communication tools including (but not limited to) student leader handbook, SGA Bylaws, Club Bylaws, SGA Constitution, and USA webpages.

Key Responsibilities Website, and Software Management:

Manage content and editing of: USA Webpages (including but not limited to): Review and approve discounts in collaboration with campus partners. Welcome Week and University Orientation. Commencement Website. Welcome Week and University Orientation. Orientation module creation, maintenance, and updates. Student Leader Management software.

Key Responsibilities Support Student Leader and Engagement Activities:

Assists with planning, coordination, and hosting University Orientation o Present student benefits for program orientation during off-cycle admissions processes (e.g., DPM-AS, DMD-IDP, etc.) Active planning role in (including but not limited to) student life programming: o Fall/Spring Club Week o Resource Fair o Interprofessional Health Fair(s) o Halloween Costume Contest o Student Mixer o Santa's Workshop Co-Lead on Commencement Planning Team(s) as assigned. Support SLL Director with Commencement planning and execution as assigned. Key Responsibilities Student Leader Transition and Documentation Management Manage the club/class officer database and any related student organization software, as well as update and communicate with student leaders regarding club/class email permissions, business office accounts, and copy codes. Manage Executive SGA and Class SGA Officers through Fall and Spring elections in partnership with student leaders. Advise and guide college partners and student leaders for off-cycle election issues Acts as liaison between student organizations and IT for tech-related needs (e.g. club e-mail permissions). Maintain and update student leader transition and guidance documents through collaboration, partnership, and SGA process.

Including but not limited to:

o Club Annual Report process and review o SGA Bylaws o Club Bylaws o SGA Constitution o Student Leader Handbook Key Responsibilities Other Duties as Assigned Provide office and phone coverage in collaboration with SLL department. Required to be in the office in the absence of the Director and/or Coordinators to meet student need. Other duties and projects assigned Posting Details Continued Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Occasional evenings and weekend hours may occur based on WesternU events. Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale Minimum $70,304.00 Annually Maximum $72,800.00 Annually Physical Demands Physical Demands Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, use hands, talk, and hear. The employee regularly sits, and is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms and squat. This job requires the use of close vision and the lifting/moving of up to 25 pounds in the performance of job duties. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties of the Director for SLL are normally performed in a typical office setting. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts from office machines. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate due to reception waiting area, telephones and student/faculty traffic. Posting Information Posting Number A01036 Posting Date 07/16/2026 Close Date 07/16/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Conditions of Employment - Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position. Pay Transparency Act Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. 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