The Student Activities Specialist reports directly to the Dean of Student Achievement at the University of the District of Columbia Community College. The key areas of responsibility include day-to-day operations of the Student Government Association (UDC-CC SGA), student programs and activities on campus. General oversight of all student on campus and activities/events, advising of the SGA, management of student clubs and organizations, and the equitable disbursement of funds to the various student organizations. Incumbent performs the following duties.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Areas of Consideration:  Open to the Public

Position Status: Full-time, temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: AD-1701-9

Salary Range:   $41,079 - $49,010

Closing Date: March 20, 2014

Location: 801 North Capitol Street, NE, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The incumbent will prepare and oversee the budget for the Student Activity Fee account and coordinate all activities of club, organizations at UDC-CC; serve as the Office of Student Achievement advisor to all clubs and organization, monitor all events, training workshops, and new club/organization requests; assist the Student Success Center staff with orientation, registration, and other services; meet with students, clubs, and organizations to plan activities; and plan and arrange social, cultural and recreational events and programs related to the general student body. The incumbent will also prepare written evaluations for all programs; make recommendations to student groups for improving and enhancing the effectiveness of their organizations and events; serve on University-wide committees such as open house, new student orientation, commencement and convocation; and provide monthly reports to the Dean of Student Achievement as associated with duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in student development, counseling, or any related field; three years of experience in student activities, programs or services, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties; must be able to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings and weekends, and travel. Competent in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.

Required Competencies
 

• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and advise on various campus activities and programs.
• Excellent writing and oral presentation skills to prepare reports, make recommendations, plan and advise on student activities.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with a broad range of constituencies and stakeholders within the Community College and UDC as well as outside of the college and the university.
• Knowledge of the organization, mission, and policies of the University of the District of Columbia.
• Knowledge of appropriate interpersonal and counseling strategies.
• Excellent customer service.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:  This is a sponsored program appointment. The duration of this appointment is subject to grant fund availability. 
  
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits
Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity ore expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-6769.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.