Director for Student Life Operations
Company: Bushnell University
Location: Eugene
Posted on: May 5, 2025
Job Description:
Position: Director for Student Life OperationsStatus: Full
Time/12 Month/Exempt/Benefit EligibleBushnell Overview:Founded in
1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education,
fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. Joining our
staff means becoming part of an academic community that nurtures
faith while making a difference in students' lives. Bushnell is the
largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district,
close to the University of Oregon. Eugene offers a small-town feel
with access to arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and
educational opportunities, and is ideally located near the Oregon
Coast, Cascade Mountains, Portland, and Columbia River
Gorge.Position Summary:The Director for Student Life Operations
reports to the Vice President for Student Development and oversees
daily operations of Student Life programs and services, including
Beacon Beanery, Campus Ministry, Residence Life, Student Programs,
Intramurals, Campus Dining, Student Conduct, Wellness Programs,
Student Government/ASBU, and Security. Key responsibilities include
administrative support, management of the onsite Beacon Beanery,
database oversight, and event coordination. The role requires
strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently
and collaboratively.Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Vice President in providing operational leadership
for Student Life programs and services.
- Manage daily operations of Beacon Beanery, including hiring,
training, supervision, collaboration with vendors, merchandise
purchasing, sales promotion, budgeting, and safety compliance.
- Develop reports, meeting materials, budgets, and research data
as needed.
- Coordinate signature departmental events such as Orientation
Family Dinner, Sophomore Year Experience, Junior Discernment
Retreat, and Year-End Celebrations.
- Schedule meetings and appointments, make reservations, and
attend meetings.
- Prepare and distribute weekly communications via Beacon.
- Utilize Jenzabar for student communication, meal charges, and
student data management; participate in weekly system
meetings.
- Track project progress, maintain records, and coordinate
student welcome baskets for Orientation.
- Handle Student Life Leadership hiring process, including
interviews and paperwork.
- Maintain logs, files, and sensitive information securely.
- Order and manage inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Support office functions such as marketing, webpage
maintenance, and publicity.
- Supervise front desk, mailroom, Resident Director, and
Coordinator for Student Life Operations.
- Participate in various meetings and perform additional duties
as assigned.Experience and Qualification Requirements:Bachelor's
Degree required; master's preferred, in student affairs,
leadership, business, or related fields. At least four years of
professional or para-professional experience in Student Life or
office operations. Knowledge of planning, organization, leadership,
and proficiency with Microsoft Office and database platforms are
essential. Experience in an academic or student affairs environment
is highly desirable. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork
ability are required.Application Instructions:Applicants must
review the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life before
applying. To be considered, submit a cover letter, resume, a
personal statement of faith addressing three specified sections,
and contact information for three references, including one faith
leader. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Reasonable
accommodations are available for qualified individuals with
disabilities. Contact Wendy Yamada at 541-684-7204 or
wyamada@bushnell.edu. The university also provides an annual
security and fire safety report online or upon request from the
Office of Student Life.
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