Texas A&M University
Assistant Director, Campus Engagement & Traditions
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, United States, 77840
**Job Title**Assistant Director, Campus Engagement & Traditions**Agency**Texas A&M University**Department**Student Activities**Proposed Minimum Salary**$6,302.00 monthly**Job Location**College Station, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****Who we are**
The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. To learn more, please visit . Clarification about our position titles can be found at tx.ag/StuActPositions.**What we want**We are looking for someone who:* Wants to work with the programs and traditions that keep the Spirit of Texas A&M, including: Aggie Muster, Traditions Council, Elephant Walk, COSGA, leadership conferences, and more* Excited to work with high profile student leaders* Has supervisory experience and can navigate higher education systems and structures* Has a background in student organization advisingThe Assistant Director, under general direction, is responsible for strategic and programmatic oversight, supervision of staff, and managing the operations of the Campus Engagement & Traditions (CET) area comprised of the Student Government Association (SGA) and Class Councils. Advises high profile student leaders and organizations, as well as support CET programs and events.**What you need to know**
**Salary:** $75,624/year**Professional Development:** *May be eligible for up to $3,600/year of departmental funding for professional development opportunities and conference attendance.***Cover Letter/Resumé:** A cover letter and resumé are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.**Anticipated Interview Timeline:**If selected for an interview, the first round of interviews should begin the week of February 9, 2026.**Qualifications****Required Education and Experience*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience* Six years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience in student affairs in higher education.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Advanced degree in higher education, student affairs or related field from an accredited institution* Five or more years post-graduate experience in higher education, student affairs, or specific area(s) described in this position description. Significant student group advising, leadership training, risk management, and supervisory experience in the specific area(s) described in this position description* Significant student group advising, leadership training, risk management, and supervisory abilities in the specific area(s) described in this position description**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Excellent oral and written communication skills* Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database programs* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others**Responsibilities****Area Oversight – Campus Engagement & Traditions**Responsible for management of an area under the Department of Student Activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, strategic planning for the area, developing and adhering to the area budget, ultimate responsibility for the programs and groups served by the area, university-wide consulting on behalf of the department, contributing to department marketing and development as needed, assessment planning and assisting the Director Staff with department-wide initiatives and planning.**Supervision – Campus Engagement & Traditions**Responsible for direct supervision of a Student Affairs Coordinator and a Student Development Specialist III, as well as indirect supervision of other budgeted employees, graduate and practicum students, and student workers and interns.**Advising & Administration – SGA Commissions**Advises select SGA Commissions. Advising and administration of a student organization may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, adherence to policies and procedures including judicial processes, financial oversight including budgeting, marketing and communication for various constituent groups, vendor and donor relationships, student travel, technological resources, inventory management, document review and other tasks as required by the group or department.**Advising – SGA Branches**Serves as a primary advisor to select SGA branches. Adheres to policies and procedures including judicial processes, financial oversight including budgeting, marketing and communication for various constituent groups, vendor and donor relationships, student travel, technological resources, inventory management, document review and other tasks as required by the group or department.**Advising – Student Body President**Serves as secondary advisor to the Student Body President. Advising of a student leader may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, and other tasks as required by the group or department.We are a prestigious university with strong traditions,
, and a community of caring and collaboration.Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.,
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiumsof annual paid holidays
Up to and at leasteach monthAutomatic enrollment in the
Health and Wellness:
Professional Development: All employees have access to freetraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
·for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeea program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees**Our Commitment**Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.
Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.
The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.
From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. To learn more, please visit . Clarification about our position titles can be found at tx.ag/StuActPositions.**What we want**We are looking for someone who:* Wants to work with the programs and traditions that keep the Spirit of Texas A&M, including: Aggie Muster, Traditions Council, Elephant Walk, COSGA, leadership conferences, and more* Excited to work with high profile student leaders* Has supervisory experience and can navigate higher education systems and structures* Has a background in student organization advisingThe Assistant Director, under general direction, is responsible for strategic and programmatic oversight, supervision of staff, and managing the operations of the Campus Engagement & Traditions (CET) area comprised of the Student Government Association (SGA) and Class Councils. Advises high profile student leaders and organizations, as well as support CET programs and events.**What you need to know**
**Salary:** $75,624/year**Professional Development:** *May be eligible for up to $3,600/year of departmental funding for professional development opportunities and conference attendance.***Cover Letter/Resumé:** A cover letter and resumé are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.**Anticipated Interview Timeline:**If selected for an interview, the first round of interviews should begin the week of February 9, 2026.**Qualifications****Required Education and Experience*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience* Six years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience in student affairs in higher education.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Advanced degree in higher education, student affairs or related field from an accredited institution* Five or more years post-graduate experience in higher education, student affairs, or specific area(s) described in this position description. Significant student group advising, leadership training, risk management, and supervisory experience in the specific area(s) described in this position description* Significant student group advising, leadership training, risk management, and supervisory abilities in the specific area(s) described in this position description**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Excellent oral and written communication skills* Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database programs* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others**Responsibilities****Area Oversight – Campus Engagement & Traditions**Responsible for management of an area under the Department of Student Activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, strategic planning for the area, developing and adhering to the area budget, ultimate responsibility for the programs and groups served by the area, university-wide consulting on behalf of the department, contributing to department marketing and development as needed, assessment planning and assisting the Director Staff with department-wide initiatives and planning.**Supervision – Campus Engagement & Traditions**Responsible for direct supervision of a Student Affairs Coordinator and a Student Development Specialist III, as well as indirect supervision of other budgeted employees, graduate and practicum students, and student workers and interns.**Advising & Administration – SGA Commissions**Advises select SGA Commissions. Advising and administration of a student organization may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, adherence to policies and procedures including judicial processes, financial oversight including budgeting, marketing and communication for various constituent groups, vendor and donor relationships, student travel, technological resources, inventory management, document review and other tasks as required by the group or department.**Advising – SGA Branches**Serves as a primary advisor to select SGA branches. Adheres to policies and procedures including judicial processes, financial oversight including budgeting, marketing and communication for various constituent groups, vendor and donor relationships, student travel, technological resources, inventory management, document review and other tasks as required by the group or department.**Advising – Student Body President**Serves as secondary advisor to the Student Body President. Advising of a student leader may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, and other tasks as required by the group or department.We are a prestigious university with strong traditions,
, and a community of caring and collaboration.Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.,
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiumsof annual paid holidays
Up to and at leasteach monthAutomatic enrollment in the
Health and Wellness:
Professional Development: All employees have access to freetraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
·for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeea program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees**Our Commitment**Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.
Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our
which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.
The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.
From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) #J-18808-Ljbffr