Student Organizations Administrator

Job Summary

is excited to begin the search for a Student Organizations Administrator! This position is responsible for overseeing the status of Registered / Sponsored Student Organizations while advising the Organizations Board, administering oversight of the AUinvolve engagement platform and approval of events within it, coordinating funding requests and other needs from Registered / Sponsored Student Organizations students and advisors, and supervising the Student Involvement front desk and its student workers.

They are responsible for supporting more than 450 student organizations, supporting them with university policies, procedures, and risk management.

Overall, they serve as a member of the Student Involvement team of staff that provide programs and services for students outside the classroom.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?

• Auburn University was named a Best in Alabama employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
• Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
• Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle : The Auburn / Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development.

Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn / Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest.

We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town.

You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham.

If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple : it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment : Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all. Essential Functions

• Coordinates and oversees the recognition status of all Registered / Sponsored Student Organizations, guiding students and organization advisors through policies and procedures, storing and maintaining required documents and digital directories, and supporting organizations with their ongoing needs and inquiries.
• Provides guidance and advice to the Student Organizations Board which facilitates the student-run aspects of organization registration, status, and funding for more than 450 registered student organizations on a weekly basis.
• Assists with overseeing the AUinvolve digital engagement platform and serves as the university’s primary contact to third-party provider Anthology, ensuring student organization registrations, events, documents, rosters, and other features are following appropriate policies and procedures and being approved in the system accordingly.
• Oversees the collection and process of student organization funding requests approved by the Student Organizations Board, guiding students and advisors through student organization funding policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the oversight of the Student Involvement front desk student workers and front desk operations, while also supervising a Graduate Assistant when available.
• This position requires an applicant who is willing to work occasional late hours for student meetings, including occasional weekends for retreats.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Level I - Bachelor’s degree

Level II - Bachelor’s degree 2 years experience in student affairs administration, student programming, orientation, or a related field.

Level III - Bachelor’s degree in discipline appropriate to position plus 4 years experience in student affairs administration, student programming, orientation, or a related field

Substitutions allowed for Experience :

Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advanced levels, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities

Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization, with awareness of related fields.

Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing an organized digital directory of information, managing policies and procedures and guiding people through following them, advising / managing student organizations, and / or supervising a team of employees.
30+ days ago