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Assistant Director of Campus Life and Student Involvement

Mercer University
sick time
United States, Georgia, Macon
Nov 07, 2025
Assistant Director of Campus Life and Student Involvement Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Assistant Director of Campus Life and Student Involvement Department: Campus Life College/Division: General University Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: Mercer University is searching for an Assistant Director of Campus Life on the Macon, Georgia campus. Mercer University is a private, comprehensive, student-centered University consistently ranked among the top Universities in the South. Founded in 1833 Mercer University is located in historic Macon, Georgia. Mercer University has an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 5,000 students, a graduate/professional school enrollment of approximately 4,000. Responsibilities: The Assistant Director of Campus Life provides leadership for QuadWorks, two graduate assistants and other student activities and student organizations. QuadWorks is a comprehensive campus programming board that energizes, enlivens, and supports the development of the University community thereby enhancing student success and retention. The Assistant Director will provide guidance in the areas of program development, implementation and evaluation, publicity and promotion, team building, and budgeting for University activities while providing students with developmentally appropriate leadership opportunities. The Assistant Director will also provide support to the fraternity and sorority community at Mercer. Duties: Serve as advisor and primary staff support to the QuadWorks President, executive board, marketing chairs and committee chairs. This includes all campus wide co-sponsorship efforts and selection/training efforts of members. Current committees include Marketing, Games, VICE, Mercer Live and Special Events. Provide direct advisement to a minimum of one fraternity and sorority council per year. Co-manage Mercer's fraternity and sorority system including; conduct trainings, oversee yearly chapter requirements, and assist with overall management of the chapters and councils. Directly supervise two graduate assistant positions in the office through one on one meetings and project management and guidance of job responsibilities. Oversight of Campus Life programs, as assigned. Programs include, Leadership Mercer, Freshman Leadership Fellows, and Order of Omega. Provide guidance to student organizations in the development of social, educational, and cultural programs. Serve as one of the department's contracting facilitators for concerts, novelty acts, and lecturers. Provide departmental oversight of marketing and promotion efforts of all campus life events. Serve on university-wide committees as a representative of campus life and the division of student affairs when needed. (Wellness, Assessment, Professional development) Manage the QuadWorks budget and assist with the primary budgeting mechanisms for the Office of Campus Life. Oversee the coordination of major campus-wide events such as Homecoming Week and BearStock and all large-scale Quadworks events Develop and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of departments, academic and non-academic alike, on campus. Demonstrate and encourage regular collaboration between campus departments and student organizations Assist in coordinating and staffing campus traditions, to include, Homecoming, Pilgrimage to Penfield, Family Weekend, Bear Fair, athletic bus trips, and Founders' Day and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field from an accredited college/university and some related experience in student affairs or related field are required. One year of experience in student advising, leadership development, student activities planning, and fiscal management is preferred. Prior experience in Student Activities and fraternity and sororities in a College or University setting is also preferred. A demonstrated commitment to community development within the campus environment is essential. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently. An understanding of student developmental theory. Ability to work non-traditional hours; nights and weekends when required. Background Check Contingencies: - Criminal History - Approved Driver's Check Required Document Attachments: - Resume - Cover letter - List of three professional references with contact information About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Student Operations Exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Assistant-Director-of-Campus-Life-and-Student-Involvement_26-172 jeid-585cca3be3206b4b87ff7a6ec89db8ee