Assistant Director of Student Organizations; SOC)

Job Posting

Title:

Assistant Director of Student Organizations (SOC)-Hiring Department:

Texas Student Life-Position Open To:

All Applicants-Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40-FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA-Earliest

Start Date:

Nov 23, 2026-Position Duration:

Expected to Continue
- Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS-Job Details:

Purpose:

As part of the Texas Student Experience, Student Life at the University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to creating a transformative campus experience where students develop critical thinking, leadership skills, and a lifelong commitment to positive civic engagement. Guided by our core principles of being student-focused, fostering collaborative innovation, empowering ownership, and embracing strategic efficiency, we strive to support our students both inside and outside the classroom.

Our mission is to develop student leaders, foster involvement, and provide support for all Longhorns, contributing to our community that values excellence and the development of our students.

The Assistant Director of Student Organizations in Student Life will play a pivotal role in shaping the campus student experience at The University of Texas s position will provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for student organization registration, organizational coaching, and the Student Organization Center (SOC). This position will establish operating procedures, supervise full time staff, and evaluate resources and programs that help student organizations operate effectively.

In collaboration with the Student Organization’s team, the Assistant Director will ensure daily services and student staff development align with the mission and goals of the unit.

Responsibilities Student Organization Development and Strategy Establish priorities and an approach for student organization coaching, workshops, and developmental resources. Innovate, create, and manage the education on student organization finances, operations, travel, leadership development, risk management, and university policies. Review educational content, assess student organization needs, and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach and coaching.

Staff Supervision and Development Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate professional, paraprofessional, and student staff, including direct oversight of full time staff. In collaboration with unit assistant directors, provide oversight of the graduate staff and undergraduate student team supporting unit functions. Uphold and reinforce unit expectations, coordinate event staff responsibilities, and support staff development to provide consistent service and effective program delivery.

Student Organization Center and Art Center Oversight Provide administrative oversight of the Student Organization Center and Art Center, including student office space and locker rentals, office inspections, resource usage, and front desk services. Establish and regularly review operating procedures and service standards; reviewing records, reports, and student organization audits as needed. Evaluate service effectiveness and guide operational improvements in regard to space use, resources, and administrative processes.

Student Organization Registration Oversight Oversee the annual registration process for all campus student organizations (including new, registered, and sponsored). Establish timelines, review standards, and communication expectations in alignment with university policy and compliance expectations. Provide guidance on complex applications, requirements, and policy interpretation. Utilize registration trends and recurring concerns to improve procedures and student guidance.

Communication and Technology Lead and oversee the unit’s communications and marketing efforts, stakeholder communications, and…