Student Government Assistant Director

Student Government Assistant Director

355670

B08682

Administrative

9978

N/A

Full-Time

N/A

N/A

No

8:00am - 5:00pm

SG Business & Accounting Office

Student Government

Student Affairs

N/A

$50,000 to negotiable

Annually

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

• This position reports under the Student Government Associate Director and serves as the Student Government Assistant Director to supervise and lead the Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch, Office of Elections, and Social Media & Communications Coordinator. This position assists the Associate Director in the development and implementation of the Student Government daily functions. This includes strategic planning, setting benchmarks, implementation of goals and expectations, objectives, and annual reports. The Student Government Assistant Director is also responsible for compiling and finalizing the Student Government Annual Report and submitting to the Vice President of Student and Academic Affairs office. Oversees the completion and ongoing modifications to the constitutions, statutes, titles, bills, and policies and procedures of all branches.
• Works collaboratively with a variety of university and department staff to ensure each program’s success. Directly supervises designated group for planning and implementing systems and processes that successfully perform the work and fulfill the mission and the goals and values of Student Government. Conduct processes for forming and implementing policies and procedures for the Legislative, Judicial, and Office of Elections. In addition, this position oversees the ongoing modifications and changes to the Student Government Constitutions and Statues while maintaining accurate records of said changes and updates which are continually being modified.

• Student Government Advising & Supervision
  • Manages and oversees all daily responsibilities and activities for the Legislative (40-45 students), Judicial (9 Students), Office of Elections (4 Students), and Social Media & Communications Coordinator.
  • Provides individual leadership and guidance including counseling student staff in social, cultural, mental health, and personal areas directly impacting Student Government.
  • Provides individual leadership and direction including counseling student staff in social, cultural, mental health, and personal areas affecting student development.
  • Provides leadership and advocates for the Student Government Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch, and Office of Elections positions while planning, developing, and assisting with their goals and objectives.

• Training
  • Coordinates the development and completion of trainings and workshops for the Legislative, Judicial, and Office of Elections.

• Policy & Procedure/Legislative Subject Matter Expert
  • Provides day-to-day direction and management to ensure that student staff abide by the University of North Florida Policies & Procedures, Student Government Policies & Procedures, Constitution and Statues, Sunshine Laws, Southworth, FERPA, Roberts Rules of Order, and the University Code of Conduct.
  • Attends all senate and committee meetings for compliance on parliamentary procedures to be sure they are properly followed while providing account of precedents and offering guidance.
  • Oversees the assigned branches regarding development of policies and policy compliance, and public and governmental related issues.
  • Researches and collects documentation and policies from other SUS schools to find best practices.
  • Reviews legislation before first read in senate for any conflicts of inconsistencies with existing policies and procedures.
  • Maintains and updates records and history of signed legislation, attorney general interpretations, judicial reviews and decisions, and other important historical documentation, and ensures that appropriate records are send to University of North Florida Carpenter Library Digital Commons.

• Elections
  • Manages and oversees the election process for Student Government elections held twice a year, including organizing and executing the election cycle for the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and Senatorial positions.
  • Serves as a resource to members of the Student Government senate and potential senate candidates.

• Programming Initiatives
  • Offers counsel and support for legislation, Student Government senate initiatives, and leadership development.

• Student Government Communiques
  • Responsible for compiling and finalizing the Student Government Annual Report and submitting to the Vice President of Student and Academic Affairs office.
  • Directs the Social Media & Communications Coordinator tasks and assists as needed.
  • Assists the student communications director with interviews and reviews for accuracy.

• Committees
  • Sits on the Student Government Scholarship Committee as a voting member.

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• May serve on a variety of institutional committees and represents the interests of Student Government.
• Attend a variety of local and state meetings related providing leadership for students and staff of Student Government.
• May attend a variety of ceremonial functions and may travel to professional conferences.
  

This position requires either (a) Master’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; (b) Bachelor’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions; or (c ) 8 years of direct experience.

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• This position requires an individual who is willing to take initiative, is positive and self-motivated, and possesses critical and independent thinking skills.
• Strong emphasis on providing superior customer service in conformance with the University’s mission and values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, willing to work in a fast-paced environment, and adapts well to changes.
• The Student Government Assistant Director must stay up to date with all current regulations from the state, university, and Student Government to ensure the Student Government Constitution and all governing documents and legislation are in compliance.
• This position is an integral part of student life, and as such, is measured by the ability to successfully interact with students and assist in their individual needs and concerns.
• Critical component for this position is enforcing the rules and regulations of the Student Government Constitution and ensuring the student staff use proper parliamentary procedures.
• To this end, the Student Government Assistant Director will often be required to demonstrate a caring attitude, utilize conflict resolution skills, and ensure that every effort is made to create satisfied students.
• This position is often required to work outside the normal 8:00A – 5:00P office hours as dictated by Student Government related meetings, events, or other programming, and internal processes.

• This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
• Campus Security Authority (CSA) This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that your responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make you someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSAs responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800 or the Office of the General Counsel at (904) 620-2828.
• The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

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04/01/2024

01/16/2024

Yes

Robin Robertson (904.620.1284)

Jason Edgar

Jacksonville

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Robin Robertson [904.620.1284], or [r.robertson@unf.edu].

https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/26553