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The Director of Student Governance & Leadership provides leadership for and oversight of all operations and programs for the student government on campus (the Associated Students of the University of Utah- ASUU). The Director assists students and advisers in the planning, development, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of student government initiatives and programs. This role liaises with main campus departments and central administration and maintains strong partnerships across campus. The Director ensures that operations abide by appropriate university policies and procedures. The Director is responsible for providing vision and strategic direction for undergraduate and graduate student involvement with the Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU).

About ASUU

ASUU stands for the Associated Students of the University of Utah (our student government on campus). ASUU strives to provide resources and services to students, provide funding to student organizations, host events, and programs, advocate for students, and provide representation on University committees. ASUU works to be a powerful, representative, and inclusive voice of the student body. With over 104 paid student leaders in student government, ASUU serves the campus student body in a plethora of ways.

About Student Affairs

Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.

Student Affairs is committed to grounding our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.

An excellent benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):
•    14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
•    Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
•    11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
•    Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
•    Tuition reduction for employees and family members
•    Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
•    Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)
•    In addition to general University benefits, this role is eligible to receive fun perks such as tickets to University Athletic Events (Football games, Basketball games, and more).

University of Utah Job ID# PRN34778B 00321 - ASUU
COMPENSATION: $70,000-$85,000 including an excellent benefits package.
WORK SCHEDULE: M-F 8-5. Some weekends and nights.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1.    Establish and maintain a high level of service to students that demonstrates the University’s commitment to a highly diverse and inclusive community.
2.    Assists ASUU in regularly examining both the culture of the office (space) as well as the organizational culture. This may include measuring student satisfaction in order to create a sense of belonging, and addressing issues at a variety of levels using organizational change strategies and techniques.
3.    Develop and administer related budgets within university guidelines and confer with students and management staff to plan and implement a variety of funding and revenue generating student activities and outreach. This includes but is not limited to administration of the Student Activity Fee, totaling approximately $1.8 million annually. This includes high level financial approvals, monthly Evidence of Review, and more.
4.    Provide leadership and direction regarding University of Utah policy, procedures, and regulations and the ASUU Constitution, Bylaws, and related procedures.
5.    Advise the ASUU Presidency, providing regular support and opportunities to think developmentally about leadership styles and skillsets. In addition, work with student leaders to determine Director presence and involvement at ASUU student-led meetings throughout the year. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate the work of assigned professional and graduate assistant staff, currently seven full time professionals and three graduate assistants.
6.    Evaluate, assess, and develop program components related to the student activities, ASUU, and research best practices and professional standards pertaining to executing student government advising, and student-led programming.
7.    Represent the University of Utah at appropriate conferences, workshops, meetings, programs and other activities.
8.    Develop strategic and creative methods to incorporate student input and feedback in new programming and policies.
9.    In collaboration with ASUU student leaders, develop and implement comprehensive and strategic plans to market and promote new and existing programs, opportunities, and services within student government.
10.    Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

PREFERENCES: 
•    Master’s degree in Business Administration, Educational Leadership and Policy, or a related area strongly preferred.
•    Experience with student advising, and student development/leadership theories and models.
•    Proven leadership in engaging and mobilizing diverse constituencies.
•    Excellent problem-solving, communication, supervisory and organizational skills.
•    Experience with analyzing and resolving conflict, team building, and group dynamics.
•    Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
•    Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
•    Proficiency with centralized systems for procurement, travel, and accounting.

TO APPLY, VISIT: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/147855 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. oeo@utah.edu