Assistant Director-Card and Parking Services

South Dakota Board Of Regents

  • Brookings, SD
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Please designate the physical requirements of this position Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search Internal If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBrookings, SD

    Description

    Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Assistant Director-Card and Parking Services Posting Number NFE03229P Department SDSU-Card and Parking Services Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text

    Help shape the future of campus services at South Dakota State University. The Assistant Director of Card and Parking Services provides leadership and operational oversight for programs that support the daily experience of students, employees, visitors, and campus partners across the university. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

    This position is open only to current, permanent, full-time employees within the Division of Finance and Budget.

    Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Provide leadership and operational oversight for card services, parking operations, motor pool, and air transportation programs.
    • Supervise staff and manage daily customer service, permit administration, credential operations, and parking-related activities.
    • Administer and support departmental technology systems, software applications, and associated business processes.
    • Develop reports, analyze operational data, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
    • Collaborate with campus partners, departments, and vendors to support institutional needs and strategic initiatives.
    • Assist with training, policy implementation, compliance efforts, and departmental planning.

    BENEFITS:

    SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Information Systems, Finance, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Operations Management, or a closely related field completed by start date
    • At least three years of experience supporting or administering operational technology systems
    • Ability to develop, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
    • Demonstrated customer service experience in a complex, high-volume environment, including the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.
    • Ability to work successfully with students, employees, campus partners, vendors, the public, and other internal and external stakeholders to build and maintain collaborative relationships
    • Demonstrated proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent productivity software
    • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds when supporting systems, devices, equipment, signage, or event operations
    • Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
    • Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Transact Campus certification
    • PCI DSS, payment card processing, parking operations, access control or related system training

    APPLICATION PROCESS:

    This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

    Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

    SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

    Posting Date 10/29/2026 Closing Date 11/05/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $61,786. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search Internal If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

    SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

    Contact Information

    For questions on the position, contact Kendell Rohrbach at Kendell.Rohrbach@sdstate.edu.

    Working Conditions

    Cognitive Requirements

    Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

    Protective Clothing/Equipment

    Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Other If other protection is used please identify

    Weather-appropriate outerwear; reflective safety vest for parking lots or event parking; gloves or other equipment when handling outdoor equipment, signage, or hardware; other safety equipment as required by SDSU procedures.

    Physical Requirements

    Please designate the physical requirements of this position Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected

    Position requires sitting for sustained periods while using computer systems, keyboarding, reviewing reports, and responding to customer issues. Position also requires walking to card, access, parking, or event locations; driving to campus or off-campus service locations; lifting and carrying equipment, signs, supplies, or devices; and occasionally working in parking lots, event areas, equipment rooms, or areas where card and transaction devices are installed.

    Sensory Requirements

    Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Hearing, Speaking

    Working Conditions & Exposures

    Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

    The position primarily works in an office environment but may occasionally work outdoors in parking areas, event locations, or equipment locations during weather conditions including cold, heat, rain, snow, wind, or humidity. The position may work around card readers, point-of-sale devices, parking equipment, signs, pay stations, mobile enforcement equipment, access-related devices, or technology located in campus buildings, parking areas, kitchens, residence halls, dining facilities, or other operational environments.

    Working Environment

    Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below), Outdoors Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

    | The position may work in parking lots, campus event spaces, equipment rooms, dining locations, residence halls, service counters, access control locations, and other areas where card, parking, credential, transaction, or enforcement systems are used.

    Supplemental Questions

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Reference List

    Optional Documents

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