Assistant Director, Student Experience

$55,000 - $55,000/Yr

Rice University - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Director of Student Experience at Rice University will manage programs and services within the Office of Academic Programs and Student Experience (APSE). This role focuses on supporting student development, ensuring effective processes, and advocating for student needs, particularly for Evening MBA students. The Assistant Director will advise student leaders, support events, and enhance student-led initiatives, contributing to the educational mission of the institution.

Responsibilities

• Manage programs and services within the Office of Academic Programs and Student Experience (APSE).
• Support student development and advocate for student needs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Evening MBA students.
• Co-advise the Rice Business Student Association for Professionals.
• Develop and execute new programs and services for students.
• Coordinate leadership development programming for student leaders.
• Manage event logistics, budgeting, and risk management.
• Document and assess area functions regularly.
• Administer the APSE reception and manage office operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• 1 year of administrative work experience.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, oral, and visual.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply student development and learning outcomes theories.
• Experience advising high-level student leaders.

Nice-to-haves

• Degree in Educational Leadership, Student Affairs, or Business Administration.
• Experience in student life, student affairs, or student development programming.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities