COUNSELOR-STUDENT SERVICES

Company: University of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

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Job Location Detail: Flexible/hybrid working schedule up to 8 hours remote weekly. Regular evening and occasional weekend work required. Work performed in a private office setting with regular event management support on-site at event venues.Posting Date: 10/01/2024Closing Info: Closes On 10/15/2024Shift: First ShiftBenefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The Husky Union Building has an outstanding opportunity for a Counselor-Student Services to join their team.The Husky Union Building (HUB) serves as the center of the UW community life, enhancing the student experience through a variety of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs. The HUB is a student-centered organization that values participatory decision-making and offers first-hand experience in citizenship, leadership, and social responsibility.POSITION PURPOSEThe Student Activities Office (SAO) Advisor provides advice and guidance to student government entities and Registered Student Organization (RSO) members regarding leadership, event planning, and management. The SAO Advisor provides coaching, counseling, and guidance to students with diverse academic, social, political, and cultural perspectives.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdvise Student Government and Student Organizations - 90%

• Serve as primary advisor for assigned Associated Students of the University of Washington (ASUW) and Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) officers and employees.
• Serve as advisor for assigned Registered Student Organizations, usually based on RSO type.
• Assist students with planning, budgeting, promotions, execution, management, and assessment of RSO-hosted events.
• Monitor and advise student government program directors and RSOs regarding day-to-day operations.
• Serve as a primary liaison between RSOs/ASUW/GPSS entities and campus staff.
• Monitor budgets and expenditures for assigned groups.
• Maintain and update historical records and files related to assigned committees and programs.
• Advise Assistant Director on emerging and ongoing issues among student organizations.
• Monitor compliance with University and state policies and regulations.Administration and Communication - 10%
• Educate a diverse audience on SAO operations and protocols.
• Coordinate and/or assist a variety of HUB and campus-wide facility sponsored events.
• Serve on HUB and University committees, workgroups, and taskforces as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITYThe advisor is an active member of the SAO team, collaborating with other departments on campus and frequently interacting with students.POSITION COMPLEXITIESCandidates will possess knowledge of student development, student activities best practices, and personnel management.SUPERVISIONThis position reports to one of the two Assistant Directors in SAO.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNoneWORKING CONDITIONSThis is an overtime eligible position with evening and weekend hours as necessary. Schedule can be flexible and allows hybrid/work from home up to 8 hours (1 day) per week.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor's degree in Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field; or 1 year related experience in Higher Education, College Unions/Student Activities, Non-profit Management, or related field.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Experience working with student organizations or advising students.
• Interpersonal, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• 1+ years' related experience in Higher Education, College Unions/Student Activities, Non-profit Management, or related field.
• Experience with event planning and management.
• Experience working directly with student leaders and/or student government.Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments. Please note that your application will not be reviewed until all required
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