| Location | Brookings, SD |
Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Assistant Director of Student Activities & Orientation Posting Number NFE03232P Department SDSU-Student Union & Activities Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text
South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking a dynamic and people-centered leader to join our team as the Assistant Director of Student Activities and Orientation. In this key role, you will lead all student outreach functions for the Office of Student Activities within the Department of Student Union & Activities, providing support and oversight to all student-centered organizations as well as New Student Orientation. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The Department of Student Union & Activities is housed within the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. The division cultivates enrollment, student success and opportunity for all through innovative programs, intentional experiences, exceptional services, and premier facilities to enrich student development, promote wellbeing, and foster learning in a vibrant community.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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.
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APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." 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, resume, 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 11/02/2026 Closing Date 11/23/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $60,000. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
8-5 on weekdays as well as other hours as related to required activities and duties (e.g., Student Activities sponsored programs, Family Weekend, Meet State Welcome Weekend, Student Engagement Expo).
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Conference travel when applicable; off-campus recruitment events, some weekends,. Department Description and Cultural Expectations
TSDState 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 please contact Adam Karnopp at Adam.Karnopp@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
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Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting light, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
Event management will require incumbent to be versatile in movement and energy. At times, this position assists "in the trenches" with workforce to accommodate event and customer needs. This position is also an administrator, and so work at the computer, sitting, is required.
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Changes of Temperature, Exposure to Noise, 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
Incumbent will be required to be present at event destinations and locations, some of which may be outdoors and not environmentally controlled. This positions supervises the overall student activities program, which has a diverse student population and a wide range of locality that may be visited.
Working Environment
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