Drexel University - Office of Campus Activities

SLDT has a team of 8 amazing LA's serving Drexel student orgs for 2012-13!

THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR 2012-2013 IS CLOSED :: Check Back Again In Summer 2013

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LEADERSHIP ASSISTANT (LA) POSITION DESCRIPTION

SLDT Mission Statement:
The Office of Student Leadership Development & Traditions (SLDT) provides opportunities for meaningful co-curricular engagement that develop self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and citizenship, complementing academic, co-op, and professional experiences.

Job Description/Overview:
A Leadership Assistant (LA) is an experienced Drexel student who serves as a para-professional member of the Student Leadership Development & Traditions staff within the Division of Student Life, serving both the University City Campus (UCC) and the Center City Campus (CCC). Primary responsibilities include serving as a resource to the student body, acting as a liaison to recognized student organizations, and promoting student engagement and involvement at Drexel. Secondary duties include leading and managing specific projects or services provided by the office, such as: Special Events, Publications, Marketing, CEO LEAD, Alternative Spring Break, Welcome Back Week, Drexel Senior Experience, Homecoming, Student Organization Recognition, Star Awards, Space Allocation, and more. Furthermore, LA’s assist SLDT with the creation, implementation, and management of campus-wide programs and activities, provide logistical support for the office, and collaborate with campus partners on common initiatives. This position does require some night and weekend responsibilities and travel to/from the UCC and CCC campuses.

Reports to:
Leadership Assistants working at UCC will report to the Director of Student Leadership Development & Traditions. Leadership Assistants working at CCC will report to the Director of University Student Life.

Qualifications:
Candidate must be a full-time, active student in good academic standing during terms of employment. Candidate should possess well-developed interpersonal, communication, and organization skills; be able to work with diverse populations; have a basic knowledge of campus and a general understanding of the needs of student leaders and student organizations. Candidate must be mature, reliable, self-motivated, possess a willingness to learn, maintain a good sense of humor, and have the ability to work with minimum supervision at times. Desired candidates must commit 5-10 office hours per week and provide day and evening coverage of CEO LEAD workshops. Experience with Microsoft Office and familiarity with standard office procedures and equipment desirable, but not required. Preferable candidates will have previously earned CEO / CEO LEAD certification. Student judicial sanctions, financial account holds, and/or academic record holds may jeopardize the status of employment.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Support initiatives from the Office of Student Leadership Development & Traditions (SLDT) on both campuses that impact Student Life, such as: Family Weekend, New Student Orientation, Volunteer Day, Volunteer Fair, celebration/awareness months, etc.
Assist with the CEO LEAD student leadership development program (i.e. scheduling, assisting presenters, database management, data entry, managing logistics, etc.)
Support the planning, promotion, and execution of the Annual CEO LEAD Recognition Reception
Assist with the planning and marketing of CEO LEADership Weeks
Promote and manage quarterly Star Awards recognition program
Assist in the creation, editing, and marketing of the student organization e-newsletter and CCC e-newsletter
Support the planning, promotion, and execution of student organization receptions, symposiums, conferences, and retreats
Help bring students and organizations together to discuss leadership issues and experiences
Provide workshops and guidance to students and organization leaders on University guidelines, policies, and organizational development
Serve as a liaison to student organization officers and leaders and act as the SLDT intermediary to the student body
Research leadership best practices, initiatives, and resources to add to our virtual leadership library
Assist with maintaining and updating the SLDT website and social media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
Take photos at events and upload files to Flickr and social media sites
Lead and manage specific SLDT projects and services, such as: Special Events, Publications, Marketing, CEO LEAD, Welcome Back Week, Drexel Senior Experience, Homecoming, Student Organization Recognition, Star Awards, etc.
Handle student concerns and provide support for office staff as needed
Represent and advocate for the entire student body on both Drexel campuses
Attend Fall Training, weekly team meetings, in-service trainings, and keep weekly office hours
Other duties as assigned

Remuneration:

Students with work-study funds for the current academic year are eligible to be compensated with work-study dollars and work between 5-20 hours per week
Students without work-study funds for the current academic year are able to work in a non-paid position and gain valuable leadership experience with a dedicated team (great résumé builder!)

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against applicants, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.