Student Activities Officer (Associate Director of Campus Center) (pos #0078142)

Student Activities Officer (Associate Director of Campus Center) (pos #0078142)

Salary

See Position Description

Location

UH Hilo, Hilo, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2026-02298

Department

University of Hawaii at Hilo

Division

Student Affairs - Student Activities

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/13/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

0078142

Description

Title: Student Activities Officer (Associate Director of Campus Center)

Position Number: 0078142

Hiring Unit: Student Affairs, Student Activities

Location: UH at Hilo

Date Posted: October 27, 2026

Closing Date: November 13, 2026

Band: B

Salary : salary schedules and placement information

Additional Salary Information: PBB, minimum $5,640/month

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Month: 11-month

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Other Conditions: Appointment to begin approximately December 2026, pending position clearance and availability of funding.

Note: To ensure a consistent digital layout across third-party software platforms, Hawaiian language (kahako and okina) and other such diacritical marks have been omitted from this online posting. The University recognizes and respects the proper use of these markings in all official communications.

Position Overview:

The University of Hawaii at Hilo (UH Hilo) is a public liberal arts and sciences university on the Island of Hawaii, recognized for its integration of cultural immersion and place-based research that leverages the islands extraordinary geological, biological, and cultural diversity. A comprehensive, regional campus within the ten-campus University of Hawaii System, UH Hilo offers high-quality undergraduate and select postgraduate education, with distinctive strengths in areas such as marine science, geology, astronomy, and Hawaiian language revitalization, while advancing research, scholarship, and creative activity that support community needs, environmental stewardship, Indigenous knowledge systems, and workforce development for the State of Hawaii.

The UH Hilo Division of Student Affairs serves as the primary resource for student support, engagement, and development outside of the classroom. This division provides essential programs and services that foster student success, personal growth, and a vibrant campus life. Student Affairs is responsible for critical functions such as advising and counseling services, housing and residential life, student activities and organizations, wellness and health services, career development, and promoting an inclusive and supportive campus environment.

The Associate Director for the Campus Center provides leadership, planning, and administrative oversight for campus center programs and services, student organization advising, student leadership development, co-curricular engagement, and student-centered programming operations. The position directs student involvement initiatives, leadership training programs, and campus engagement efforts that enhance student learning and community building outside the classroom, while supporting operations within a comprehensive student engagement facility and supervising professional and student staff responsible for campus programming, media, and co-curricular services.

Duties and Responsibilities (* denotes essential functions):

Leadership and Administration

1. *Provide leadership and strategic direction for Campus Center programs, services, and initiatives that support student involvement, leadership development, co-curricular engagement, belonging, and student success.

2. *Provide managerial and administrative oversight of Campus Center operations, programs, and services; establish priorities, performance expectations, and accountability standards to ensure effective and sustainable operations.

3. *Supervise and evaluate professional staff and student employees, providing direction for recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, professional development, and team effectiveness.

4. *Develop, manage, and monitor Campus Center budgets, exercise delegated fiscal authority, and ensure responsible use of resources in alignment with program priorities and institutional requirements.

5. *Evaluate Campus Center programs, services, and operations through assessment, data, reports, and feedback; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend organizational or programmatic changes that support strategic goals.

6. *Assist the Director with operational planning and reporting, including annual summaries, program reviews, assessments, strategic planning, and other reports related to Campus Center activities and outcomes.

Student Organizations and Leadership Development

1. *Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Chartered Student Organizations (CSOs) and Board of Regents-chartered and registered independent organizations; serve as a primary University liaison, interpret and administer applicable BOR and University policies and procedures, and support organizational development, governance, compliance, and effective operations.

2. *Advise and develop student leaders in governance, organizational effectiveness, strategic planning, team development, event planning, conflict resolution, and other areas that strengthen student leadership and organizational capacity.

3. *Develop, implement, and assess student leadership education and training, identifying student development needs and providing workshops, programs, and learning experiences that promote leadership, collaboration, and engagement.

Student Engagement and Campus Involvement

1. *Develop and oversee student involvement, volunteer, and engagement initiatives that create opportunities for students to participate, build community, develop leadership skills, and connect with the campus.

2. *Establish and implement policies, procedures, and recruitment strategies that support student participation, organizational involvement, volunteer engagement, and effective delivery of Campus Center programs.

3. *Collaborate with students, staff, and campus partners to develop and promote co-curricular programs, activities, and engagement opportunities that support student success and a vibrant campus community.

4. *Oversee Campus Center engagement communications and recognition efforts, including digital platforms, social media, marketing and promotional materials, public relations, and initiatives that recognize student participation and leadership.

Other

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Arts and Science, Business and Economics, Natural and Health Sciences, Higher Education, Social Work, or Student Affairs or related field and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for planning, directing, and evaluating student life development, student engagement programs, student organization services, and co-curricular operations; including two (2) years of supervisor experience or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

2. Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of student life as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies.

3. Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with student life.

4. Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.

5. Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.

6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.

7. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

8. If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.

9. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of collegiate student development, co-curricular student leadership development, Student Engagement, and Student Development.

Supplement Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate student leadership development programs, campus events, or co-curricular engagement initiatives.

2. Considerable knowledge of mandatory student fee structures and their impact on fiscal management, program development, and organizational sustainability.

3. Experience advising student fee-funded programs, student government, and Chartered Student Organizations (CSOs), including guidance on appropriate use of funds and compliance with University of Hawaii policies and procedures.

4. Considerable knowledge of the principles of facility management.

5. Considerable knowledge of the principles of personnel management related to recruitment, selection, and training.

6. Experience managing campus center or student engagement facilities, including event coordination and facility utilization.

7. Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and nurture community and campus partnerships that enhance student engagement, strengthen campus life initiatives, and build post-UH Hilo connections.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Masters degree in Arts and Science, Business and Economics, Natural and Health Sciences, Higher Education, Social Work, or Student Affairs, or related field.

2. Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for planning, directing, and evaluating student life development, student engagement programs, student organization services, and co-curricular operations.

3. Three (3) years of managing and supervising student life, student engagement, or campus programming operations in a higher education setting.

4. Experience leading a comprehensive student union/student life program and operation.

5. Experience managing student programming budgets, student fee funds, and operational budgets, including financial planning and forecasting.

6. Demonstrated leadership in organizational change or restructuring.

7. Experience developing and implementing student leadership development programs, campus events, or co-curricular engagement initiatives.

To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document. A complete application must include:

1. Cover letter explaining how each minimum and desirable qualification is met.

2. Current resume.

3. The names and addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three [3] current professional reference

4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).

Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date.

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Inquiries: Lai Sha Bugado, sdelo@hawaii.edu, (808) 932-7365

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawaii complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Employer University of Hawaii

Department University of Hawaii at Hilo Address 200 W. Kawili Street

Hilo, Hawaii, 96720

Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu