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We are delighted that you are interested in making SMU your professional home. Located in the vibrant Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, our campus has many opportunities waiting for you. At SMU and within the Division of Student Affairs, we truly appreciate and value your contributions.

As we actively pursue our strategic plan, Cultivating Courageous Change, we are seeking professionals who are dynamic, student-focused, innovative, and open to collaboration with campus partners to bring this ambitious plan to life.

Within the framework of Cultivating Courageous Change, achieving professional excellence is one of our primary objectives. As such, we are eager to attract and retain exceptional professionals. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to nurturing student leaders while as well as their own talents and skills to make a positive impact within the Division of Student Affairs and the broader profession.

 

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Here are the current job openings in the Division of Student Affairs. To apply, candidates must apply through the SMU Human Resources online portal to be considered. Please click the button below to access the postings on the HR website. 

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This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

Provides administrative support to the office of the Executive Director of Student Development and Engagement, and the offices that are under the Student Development and Engagement umbrella, Office of Social Change and Intercultural Engagement, and the Women and LGBT Center. Provides front line service and information to students, other offices, staff members, faculty, parents, and visitors. Coordinates scheduling and appointments/calendaring, office management, and administrative details for the Executive Director and the Student Development and Engagement team.

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinator for the Executive Director of Student Development and Engagement - receives incoming calls, facilitates maintenance of confidential personal files as well as student records, coordinates correspondences, maintains complex calendars, makes travel arrangements, schedules events (receptions,luncheons, programs, etc.) and assist the Executive Director as needed.
  • Provides administrative support to the two Directors under the Student Development and Engagement umbrella as needed, ordering supplies, attending staff meetings when necessary, coordination of all paperwork related to payrolll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and travel reports.
  • Coordinates and updates SCIE's webpage and social media. Monitors SCIE's office email. Manages requests for workshops and presentations. Oversees departmental marketing initiatives in collaboration with the appropriate offices. 
  • Supports the implementation and realization of the goals and learning domains in the student affairs strategic plan.
  • Serves as an engaged member of the Student Development and Engagement Team, assisting in the implementation of programs and initiatives as well as attending staff meetings, retreats, and professional development opportunities. 
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Occasional evening/weekend hours are required for program assistance.

Education and Experience:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience is required. Previous experience working in Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft is required.

Deadline to Apply:

Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by November 8, 2024.
This position is open until filled. 

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