Director of Student Life

San Marcos Academy, a private Christian serving PreK3 through 12th-grade students is actively seeking applications for a Student Life Director.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Primarily overseeing and promoting the Student Life Department at San Marcos Academy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the Student Life program meets the needs of the student body and the mission of the Academy
• Develop, implement, coordinate, and market a full complement of after-school and weekend activities, trips, clubs, events, and community service opportunities throughout the school year for Middle and Upper school students
• Develop, implement, coordinate, and market a Lower School After School Program and a Lower School recreation-based camp program
• Manage the Recreation Center and oversee and sponsor the Student Recreation Organization.
• Create and implement goals, objectives, procedures, and strategic plans for the Student Life Department
• Hire, train, and schedule staff to adequately operate the programs offered by Student Life Department
• Review, manage, and adjust costs to meet annual budget goals
• Oversee billing management tasks and prepare reports as needed
• Assist in developing, implementing, coordinating, and marketing OctoBEARFest
• Serve as the coordinator for designated student events and campus fundraisers
• Oversee and serve as a liaison for non-athletic facility rentals and contracts
• Assist with social media and website updates
• Serve on designated committees

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervise the Student Life Department Staff

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Flexible hours to include evenings and weekends

2. Knowledge of the student handbook, admissions handbook, and the resident hall handbook/policies

Compensation: $36,000 - $40,000; Determined by experience

Start Date: May 15, 2023

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, AND_QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in recreation administration or related field
• Strong communication skills and understanding of basic marketing components
• Understand basic safety precautions and maintain CPR & First Aid certifications
• Current Texas Driver’s License and CDL preferred
• Knowledge of adolescent development
• Proficient technology/audio-visual skills

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Knowledge of SMA’s mission, vision, and core values
• Represent SMA with appropriate appearance
• Attend as many SMA activities as possible.