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Assistant Director for Registered Student Organizations

University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, USA
USD 56,123-56,123 / year
Posted on Oct 16, 2025

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Closing Date:

10/23/2025


Type of Position:

Student Activities and Engagement


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department:

University Programs


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director for Registered Student Organizations serves as the primary administrator of the RSO program within Student Involvement and Leadership. This position supervises the RSO Graduate Assistant and serves as the primary advisor for SOOIE (Student Organization Outreach and Involvement Experience). The Assistant Director oversees the registration process and associated forms for all RSOs through HOGSync (student engagement software). This position serves as the coordinator for Hillfest a large-scale involvement fair during Welcome Weeks. The Assistant Director supports RSO students and advisors by developing trainings, acting as a resource, and approving all RSO forms.

This position is primarily a student-facing position so remote work is limited and work on some nights and weekends can be expected. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

  • At least two years of experience with working in a higher education setting

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in higher education or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

  • Graduate assistantship experience within student activities or related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  • Strong organization skills

  • Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to work collaboratively with units

  • Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment

  • Ability to lead and oversee others

  • Ability to multi-task and meet hard deadlines


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

$56,123 (Commensurate with education and experience)


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Recruitment Contact Information:

Trisha Blau, Associated Director for Student Involvement and Leadership, tblau@uark.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking


Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A


Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting


Benefits Eligible:

Yes