Associate Director of Student Mobilization and Placement

Southlake, TX

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Student Development, the Associate Director of Student Mobilization and Placement is responsible for strategic direction and management of the various programs related to the mobilization and placement of The King’s University students, including: chapel and community worship, service and outreach opportunities (global and domestic), ministry teams, a program for vocational discernment, and student engagement and experience. This position requires some evening and weekend hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Position Specific Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Student Development leadership team and the Enrollment Partnerships Coordinator to align student initiatives with university goals.
Manage budgets for all student mobilization programs and related events.
Coordinate with students, faculty, staff, vendors, and community partners to deliver effective student programming.
Serve on the pastoral care team, supporting spiritual formation and practical ministry needs.
Serve as a collaborative team member for the planning and execution of chapel programs in alignment with university values and Presidential initiatives.
Supervise, mentor, and train student leaders to foster leadership development.
Lead campus outreach and service initiatives that foster student involvement and community impact.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with missions and ministry partners to support trips, events, and student placements.
Host visiting ministry partners to build connections and facilitate student engagement.
Provide leadership training for ministry team members, and missions and outreach teams.
Oversee the planning and implementation of traveling ministry teams in collaboration with Admissions and Advancement.
Develop ministry team partnerships to create meaningful placement opportunities for student leaders.
Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan for vocational discernment in collaboration with Student Services.
Partner with the Director of Academic Practicums to support student career and ministry pathways.
Administer and promote the TKU Send platform, including onboarding and training for student users.
Assist in the student conduct process and act as Title IX Coordinator as needed.

University-Wide Responsibilities

Model core organizational beliefs and values; communicate openly and effectively within and across departments. Establish and maintain professional communication and ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful (TKU Social Covenant).
Utilize effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly both internally and publicly.

Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with University, departmental and individual goals.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by governing entities (DOE, TRACS, ABHE, etc.); file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Master’s degree in Ministry, Organizational Leadership, or related field, required.

Competencies

- Proven success in building and maintaining relationships with students and ministry staff.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism.
- Self-initiation and self-motivation for independent follow-through on projects.
- Ability to understand, summarize and present information in both written and oral formats.
- Ability to organize materials and work with a variety of projects simultaneously.
- The ability to interpret data and analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
- The ability to develop, interpret and apply University policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Experience:

At least five years’ experience working in higher education and ministry

Other Requirements

Valid Driver’s License, required. Incumbent will be required to drive TKU’s vehicle for events.
Criminal Background Verification

MENTAL/PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Maintain emotional control under stress
Occasional irregular hours

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