Assistant Director, Student Life (A00726)

Job Summary:

Mercy University seeks a dynamic and energetic individual to join our team at the Dobbs Ferry Campus as an Assistant Director of Student Life. The Assistant Director of Student Life plays a key role in creating and supporting high-quality student experience for all students at Mercy University. Working closely with the Associate Director of Student Life, the Assistant Director will coordinate large scale campus events, impactful co-curricular activities, and meaningful campus traditions. This Assistant Director will also manage and support student clubs and organizations through providing educational opportunities for student leaders around topics including but not limited to leadership development, event planning, conflict resolution, and organizational management. The Assistant Director of Student Life reports to the Associate Director of Student Life. As Mercy celebrates its 75th anniversary, the University has implemented a bold set of goals and is committed to providing our students with world-class experiences, in and out of our classrooms. The Assistant Director should be a high-energy, positive role model who is committed to student engagement, leadership in higher education and the specific needs of our key populations (e.g. undergraduate, graduate, residential, commuters, first generation & transfer students).

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Provide strategic oversight for student clubs and organizations, supporting club officers, organizational development, and leadership growth across campuses. Oversee the administration and management of the university's student engagement platform (Engage), including access, training, content management, and reporting. Lead and support the planning and execution of major campus events, including Orientation, Founders Festival, Spring Fling, and other signature Student Life programs. Supervise professional staff, including one full-time coordinator, providing mentorship, performance management, and professional development. Oversee the work of the Student Life Assistants, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and scheduling. Manage operational processes related to student organization budgets, vendor coordination, contracts, and fiscal compliance. Coordinate the development and distribution of the semester activities calendar, promotional materials, and campus publications highlighting student programming. Utilize engagement data and program assessment to analyze participation trends and inform programming strategies across campuses. Oversee updates to Student Life publications, digital platforms, and website content to ensure accurate and timely communication of events and opportunities.

Required Skills & Experience:

2+ years of professional work experience in student development and campus activities Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with college constituencies, including administrators, students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and friends of the institution. Thorough understanding of student development, a commitment to improving the lives of students; the ability to work in a team-oriented environment with an emphasis on collaboration, a demonstrated commitment to diversity and tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive and/or confidential matters required. Demonstrated commitment to customer service. Excellent interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, kinesiology, or in related field preferred.