Associate Director for Student Involvement

Three years of experience supervising professional staff.

Experience developing and managing large-scale campus programs or initiatives.

Experience working as an advisor to student organizations or overseeing student organization registration processes.

Experience assessing and managing risks in student-led and University programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with student organization management systems of engagement platforms.
• Experience developing training and development programs for students and/or advisors.
• Experience with policy development related to student organizations or campus programming.
• Experience building partnerships and collaborating across departments in a university setting.
• Experience at a large public institution

Job Description:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Involvement and Engagement, the Associate Director for Student Involvement provides strategic leadership and operations oversight for the Student Involvement elements of the department's portfolio, including student organization development and administration, campus-wide programming, and community engagement efforts.
As a member of the departmental leadership team, the Associate Director plays a central role in advancing a comprehensive involvement strategy that fosters belonging, supports student development, and contributes to the institution's retention and student success outcomes. Utilizing the student success framework, the Associate Director leads the design, implementation and continuous improvement efforts of a co-curricular experience that connects students to the university community, strengthens student organizations and creates meaningful pathways for students' involvement journey.

Job Duties:
Departmental Leadership and Administration

• Serve as a key member of the Student Involvement and Engagement leadership team, contributing to departmental strategy, goal setting, and operational decision-making.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Executive Director and support the advancement of departmental priorities aligned with divisional and institutional goals.
• Supervise and develop professional staff, including Senior Coordinators and provide indirect leadership to student staff and leaders.
• Manage programmatic budgets and support the development of the overall departmental budget.
• Participate in the advising structure and support of Student Government, in the direction of the Executive Director.

Student Engagement and Campus Programming

• Lead the development and execution of campus-wide engagement initiatives and signature programs including large-scale events such as Homecoming and River Fest.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of programs that promote student involvement, school spirit and community connection.
• Coordinate divisional and institutional collaboration in key university experiences.
• Foster partnerships with campus and community stakeholders to expand engagement opportunities for all students.

Student Organization Development and Administration

• Oversee the administration, advisement and support of a comprehensive student organization portfolio, including registered student organizations and their advisors.
• Lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and resources that support healthy, sustainable student organizations.
• Develop and maintain training and onboarding programs for student leaders and organization advisors.
• Provide oversight of the student engagement system, ensuring ease of utilization and overseeing the re-registration and recognition of student organizations.
• Oversee and support the President's Cup program in conjunction with key university stakeholders.

Resource Development and Management

• Support the management of digital platforms, websites, and engagement tools to enhance communication and participation.
• Ensure the implementation of risk management and safety practices for events and student organization activities.
• Oversee the program funding process for student organizations, ensuring viewpoint neutrality and ease of use.

Other Duties As Assigned

• Serve on divisional and university committees, task forces, and initiatives as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Division of Student Success to advance shared priorities and institutional goals.
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Executive Director or divisional leadership.

Additional Information to Applicants:


Job Open Date: 10/12/2026
Job Close Date: 10/29/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

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About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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