Assistant Director of Recreation and Well-Being

K-State Salina seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Student Services to organize and oversee student programming and the campus Student Life Center.

  • 519887
  • Salina, Kansas, United States
  • Salina Auxiliary Svcs
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: May 14 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

Kansas State University's Aerospace and Technology Campus in Salina, KS seeks an Assistant Director to organize and oversee student programming and the Student Life Center. The Assistant Director participates as a member of the Student Leadership Development team to deliver training and educational opportunities designed to support student growth and development as leaders within the campus community and future career networks. The position will manage the campus Student Life Center, including designing, scheduling, and marketing of student recreational programs, clubs, and activities to promote wellness, growth, development, and personal success in collaboration with Salina Student Affairs.

About Us

Kansas State University's Aerospace and Technology Campus is located in Salina, Kansas - a town of approximately 50,000 in close proximity to two major highways, and 65 miles west of K-State's main campus in Manhattan. The Salina campus is centered around the student experience emphasizing innovative learning, real-world experiences and industry connections. We are a tight-knit family with a small college feel and the resources of a Big 12 university.

K-State was named one of America's Best-in-State Employers (Forbes, 2019). Beyond offering an unmatched sense of community K-State provides employees with a variety of benefits, including health care, retirement options, discounted event tickets and much more.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Three to five years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters in student life or related field preferred.
  • Recreational programming and/or event planning experience.

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license required.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. Names and contact information for three current, professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$47,500-$55,000 annually

 

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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