Executive Director, Student Engagement
Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, United States
**Job Title**Executive Director, Student Engagement**Agency**Prairie View A&M University**Department**Student Engagement**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Prairie View, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------**Important Immigration information:***A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.**In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate*-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------***The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.***The Executive Director of Student Engagement, under general direction, provides leadership in the planning, coordination, development, and execution of University policies, procedures, and practices relating to the comprehensive scope of Student Engagement. The Executive Director oversees Student Government Association, Student Organizations, Student Leadership Initiatives, and service opportunities for the campus community. Coordinates project management for major student initiatives from conception to completion. The Executive Director works to ensure and maintain an environment that supports the strategic plan for the university and the Division for Student Affairs.**Responsibilities:*** Provides leadership for the Office of Student Engagement, an area under the Division for Student Affairs. Duties include, but are not limited to, strategic planning for Student Engagement, assessment and evaluation of processes and resource allocation, developing and adhering to the area budget, ultimate responsibility for the programs, and leadership development for student leaders, clubs and organizations, and groups served by Student Engagement.* Oversees overall functioning of the Office of Student Engagement, including supervision of six staff members including Assistant Directors, Program Coordinators, Administrative Assistant, and a Budget Specialist; develops and monitors office budget to ensure effective fiscal management; provides strategic direction and assurance of thorough assessment of office programs and services that reflects a holistic approach to student outreach and learning. Lead the planning efforts as cochair of the university Homecoming Committee; Administers and monitors approximately $1.6M budget; prepares logistics for the events for the entire week of homecoming; convenes and facilitates weekly meetings; negotiates contracts and develops marketing plans to ensure effective coordination of the annual Homecoming week activities.* Serves as primary advisor to the Student Government Association. Adheres to policies and procedures, including judicial processes, financial oversight, budgeting, marketing, and communication for various constituent groups, vendor and donor relationships, student travel, inventory management, document review, and other tasks as required by the group or department.
Provide student leaders and student organizations with leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, and other tasks as required by the group or department.* Develops and nurtures collaborative relationships across campus to ensure a quality program and activity partnerships such as Athletics, Greek Organizations, Office of Student Conduct, Campus Activities Board, Student Government Association, Recreational Sports, University Police and the Facilities Departments.* Support the Division of Student Affairs and performs other duties as assigned.**Required Education and Experience:*** Master’s degree in applicable field.* Ten years of related experience in an educational and/or community setting.**Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:*** Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).* Ability to clearly and effectively convey information in writing, including the preparation of reports, correspondence, and presentations.* Ability to communicate information effectively in individual and group settings.* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.* Ability to provide direction, guidance, and oversight to staff, including setting expectations and supporting professional development.* Ability to think critically, plan effectively, and align activities with organizational goals and priorities.* Ability to manage time, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.* Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and develop appropriate solutions.* Knowledge of basic budget principles and the ability to monitor and manage financial resources.* Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Ten or more years of related experience in Student Leadership Development, Large Event Planning & Programming and /or Departmental Administration including Budget Management and Supervising.* Prior experience advising department and student organizations.* Prior experience working with various university stakeholders to execute mission critical functions of the institution.* Prior experience developing and supporting student success initiatives.**Job Posting Close Date:*** 04/10/2026**Required Attachments:**Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.
Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.* Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Cover Letter**Application Submission Guidelines:**All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.**Background Check Requirements:**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the #J-18808-Ljbffr
Provide student leaders and student organizations with leadership development, training and development for students and advisors, risk management activities, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, and other tasks as required by the group or department.* Develops and nurtures collaborative relationships across campus to ensure a quality program and activity partnerships such as Athletics, Greek Organizations, Office of Student Conduct, Campus Activities Board, Student Government Association, Recreational Sports, University Police and the Facilities Departments.* Support the Division of Student Affairs and performs other duties as assigned.**Required Education and Experience:*** Master’s degree in applicable field.* Ten years of related experience in an educational and/or community setting.**Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:*** Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).* Ability to clearly and effectively convey information in writing, including the preparation of reports, correspondence, and presentations.* Ability to communicate information effectively in individual and group settings.* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.* Ability to provide direction, guidance, and oversight to staff, including setting expectations and supporting professional development.* Ability to think critically, plan effectively, and align activities with organizational goals and priorities.* Ability to manage time, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.* Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and develop appropriate solutions.* Knowledge of basic budget principles and the ability to monitor and manage financial resources.* Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Ten or more years of related experience in Student Leadership Development, Large Event Planning & Programming and /or Departmental Administration including Budget Management and Supervising.* Prior experience advising department and student organizations.* Prior experience working with various university stakeholders to execute mission critical functions of the institution.* Prior experience developing and supporting student success initiatives.**Job Posting Close Date:*** 04/10/2026**Required Attachments:**Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.
Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.* Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Cover Letter**Application Submission Guidelines:**All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.**Background Check Requirements:**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the #J-18808-Ljbffr