Assistant Director of the Center for Intentionality
COLLEGE CORNER, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408
Assistant Director of the Center for Intentionality
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
Job Purpose Assistant Director will support the Executive Director of the Center for Intentionality and the strategic plan of the club by helping execute the day-to-day operations and monitoring progress toward primary objectives. Acts as the liaison between the student leadership, the advisory board, and the College of Charleston helping to facilitate operations and align with college policies and protocols. This highly collaborative and student-facing role ensures that all student-led club activities align with college policies, operate efficiently, and create meaningful engagement opportunities.
The Assistant Director is a hands‑on role that supports the day-to-day functioning of the Intentionality club and Center for Intentionality at CofC by advising on logistics, supporting events, maintaining documentation, facilitating communications, and nurturing a culture of leadership, collaboration, and personal growth. This role is especially suited for someone who loves working directly with students, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and excels at turning ideas into action.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, management, organizational leadership, or related field.
At least 1 year of professional experience designing and implementing mind-body integrated wellness programs combining physical fitness with mental well-being principles.
Solid understanding of risk management practices.
Strongly prefer candidates with health and wellness training certification(s) and CPR/First Aid certification.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong desire to learn core concepts from the Intentionality curriculum and work with student leaders to creatively implement them within club programming.
Skilled at translating wellness strategies into engaging workshops, classes, and hands-on activities.
Experience and willingness to teach fitness classes.
Ability to serve as a wellness ambassador who champions health, inclusion, and proactive lifestyle choices.
Warm, approachable, and student-centered communication style.
Detail-oriented and organized in managing processes and documentation.
Capable of managing multiple club timelines and needs simultaneously.
Tech-savvy with comfort using shared drives, email marketing tools, social platforms, and college scheduling software.
Action-oriented, patient, and flexible in a dynamic student setting.
Ability to routinely bend, kneel, carry and move objects over 30 lbs.
Additional Comments Regarding Position Early morning, evening, and weekend hours required based on event schedules including rucks, workouts, and other club programming. Ability and willingness to work a variety of weekly hours, including splitting shifts during a single day, as well as evenings and weekends to meet the needs of club programming. Occasional travel or off-campus event coordination may be required. (A valid driver’s license is required.) Position requires a combination of office work and active event presence throughout the year.
Center and Event Management and Logistics
Oversee student employees to ensure Center hours are staffed and the facility operates within the Intentionality framework and philosophy.
Manage Center operations including staffing front desk, ordering and stocking supplies, and coordinating with CofC facilities department or contract vendors for maintenance issues.
Guide student leaders through all stages of event planning including space reservations, equipment procurement, and vendor coordination.
Facilitate communication between student groups and CofC internal departments like AV, facilities, catering, and campus safety as well as outside vendors.
Help students troubleshoot last‑minute needs and ensure smooth execution of all club-sponsored events.
Provide day-of event support during club activities and events.
Lead and/or organize club fitness/wellness events.
Assume additional responsibilities as needed to advance strategic priorities, in coordination with the Executive Director of the Center for Intentionality.
Essential Duties and Marginal Responsibilities Percent of Time – 40%
Act as the primary liaison between student leaders and the club advisory board including the Executive Director.
Provide one‑on‑one and group advisement to student club officers on navigating club procedures and managing resources.
Interpret college policies and help club implement operations in compliance with Intentionality framework and institutional guidelines.
Percent of Time – 20%
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records including member rosters, contracts, meeting minutes, event forms, and participation logs.
Assist with annual registration processes, club renewal, and officer transitions.
Using Heylo, the club management software, track club engagement data and help prepare reports to assess impact and progress.
Percent of Time – 15%
Work with Beemok communications team to coordinate student club messaging across college‑approved channels, including social media, newsletters, bulletin boards, and event calendars.
In coordination with Beemok communications, provide guidance and approval for club communications, ensuring branding and tone align with college standards and Intentionality concepts.
Support recruitment and visibility initiatives such as club fairs, info sessions, and open houses.
Percent of Time – 15%
Ensure the club operates in accordance with college safety and risk management procedures including all events and club activities.
Support student leaders in resolving interpersonal or organizational conflicts and elevate concerns through appropriate college channels when needed.
Percent of Time – 5%
Lead efforts to connect club initiatives with academic departments, faculty expertise, and college strategic goals.
Foster partnerships that align club programming with learning outcomes and college‑wide themes (e.g., wellness, inclusion, career readiness).
Percent of Time – 5%
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Chronicle of Higher Education
CofC - Alumni Career Services
College of Charleston Website
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
Glassdoor
Handshake
HigherEdJobs
Indeed.com
Internal Job Posting
jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Monster.com
Personal Referral
Post and Courier
Public Job Posting
SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
Twitter
Word of mouth
Other
National Labor Exchange
CareerBuilder
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Reference List
Optional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Form DD 214
Employees may be eligible for the Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP).
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
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Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
Job Purpose Assistant Director will support the Executive Director of the Center for Intentionality and the strategic plan of the club by helping execute the day-to-day operations and monitoring progress toward primary objectives. Acts as the liaison between the student leadership, the advisory board, and the College of Charleston helping to facilitate operations and align with college policies and protocols. This highly collaborative and student-facing role ensures that all student-led club activities align with college policies, operate efficiently, and create meaningful engagement opportunities.
The Assistant Director is a hands‑on role that supports the day-to-day functioning of the Intentionality club and Center for Intentionality at CofC by advising on logistics, supporting events, maintaining documentation, facilitating communications, and nurturing a culture of leadership, collaboration, and personal growth. This role is especially suited for someone who loves working directly with students, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and excels at turning ideas into action.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, management, organizational leadership, or related field.
At least 1 year of professional experience designing and implementing mind-body integrated wellness programs combining physical fitness with mental well-being principles.
Solid understanding of risk management practices.
Strongly prefer candidates with health and wellness training certification(s) and CPR/First Aid certification.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong desire to learn core concepts from the Intentionality curriculum and work with student leaders to creatively implement them within club programming.
Skilled at translating wellness strategies into engaging workshops, classes, and hands-on activities.
Experience and willingness to teach fitness classes.
Ability to serve as a wellness ambassador who champions health, inclusion, and proactive lifestyle choices.
Warm, approachable, and student-centered communication style.
Detail-oriented and organized in managing processes and documentation.
Capable of managing multiple club timelines and needs simultaneously.
Tech-savvy with comfort using shared drives, email marketing tools, social platforms, and college scheduling software.
Action-oriented, patient, and flexible in a dynamic student setting.
Ability to routinely bend, kneel, carry and move objects over 30 lbs.
Additional Comments Regarding Position Early morning, evening, and weekend hours required based on event schedules including rucks, workouts, and other club programming. Ability and willingness to work a variety of weekly hours, including splitting shifts during a single day, as well as evenings and weekends to meet the needs of club programming. Occasional travel or off-campus event coordination may be required. (A valid driver’s license is required.) Position requires a combination of office work and active event presence throughout the year.
Center and Event Management and Logistics
Oversee student employees to ensure Center hours are staffed and the facility operates within the Intentionality framework and philosophy.
Manage Center operations including staffing front desk, ordering and stocking supplies, and coordinating with CofC facilities department or contract vendors for maintenance issues.
Guide student leaders through all stages of event planning including space reservations, equipment procurement, and vendor coordination.
Facilitate communication between student groups and CofC internal departments like AV, facilities, catering, and campus safety as well as outside vendors.
Help students troubleshoot last‑minute needs and ensure smooth execution of all club-sponsored events.
Provide day-of event support during club activities and events.
Lead and/or organize club fitness/wellness events.
Assume additional responsibilities as needed to advance strategic priorities, in coordination with the Executive Director of the Center for Intentionality.
Essential Duties and Marginal Responsibilities Percent of Time – 40%
Act as the primary liaison between student leaders and the club advisory board including the Executive Director.
Provide one‑on‑one and group advisement to student club officers on navigating club procedures and managing resources.
Interpret college policies and help club implement operations in compliance with Intentionality framework and institutional guidelines.
Percent of Time – 20%
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records including member rosters, contracts, meeting minutes, event forms, and participation logs.
Assist with annual registration processes, club renewal, and officer transitions.
Using Heylo, the club management software, track club engagement data and help prepare reports to assess impact and progress.
Percent of Time – 15%
Work with Beemok communications team to coordinate student club messaging across college‑approved channels, including social media, newsletters, bulletin boards, and event calendars.
In coordination with Beemok communications, provide guidance and approval for club communications, ensuring branding and tone align with college standards and Intentionality concepts.
Support recruitment and visibility initiatives such as club fairs, info sessions, and open houses.
Percent of Time – 15%
Ensure the club operates in accordance with college safety and risk management procedures including all events and club activities.
Support student leaders in resolving interpersonal or organizational conflicts and elevate concerns through appropriate college channels when needed.
Percent of Time – 5%
Lead efforts to connect club initiatives with academic departments, faculty expertise, and college strategic goals.
Foster partnerships that align club programming with learning outcomes and college‑wide themes (e.g., wellness, inclusion, career readiness).
Percent of Time – 5%
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Chronicle of Higher Education
CofC - Alumni Career Services
College of Charleston Website
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
Glassdoor
Handshake
HigherEdJobs
Indeed.com
Internal Job Posting
jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
Job Fair
Monster.com
Personal Referral
Post and Courier
Public Job Posting
SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
Word of mouth
Other
National Labor Exchange
CareerBuilder
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Reference List
Optional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Form DD 214
Employees may be eligible for the Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP).
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
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