Associate Director, Programs and Traditions

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Associate Director of Programs and Traditions. - Boca Raton, FL.

The Associate Director of Programs and Traditions supports the mission of Florida Atlantic University by providing leadership, oversight, and coordination of campus-wide programs and traditions that strengthen student engagement, sense of belonging, student advising, and institutional pride. The Associate Director manages signature events, supervises staff, and advances student development through the integration of leadership education and NACE Competencies.

Summary of responsibilities:

Student Advisement and Development:

• Provide direct advisement and support to student leaders and organizations involved in campus programs and traditions such as Global Programming, Program Board, and the Homecoming Committee.

• Demonstrate strong student advisement skills by coaching students through leadership challenges, decision-making, and conflict resolution.

• Integrate leadership development and NACE Core Competencies into student advisement, programming, and student employment experiences.

Leadership & Administration:

• Provides strategic leadership and direction for university programs and traditions that enhance student engagement and sense of belonging.

• Supervises professional staff, graduate students, and interns, including hiring, training, and performance management.

• Develops and implements annual goals, priorities, and program strategies in alignment with divisional and institutional objectives.

• Integrates leadership development and competencies into student involvement initiatives.

• Serves as a departmental representative on committees, workgroups, and campus-wide initiatives.

Program & Event Management:

• Designs, coordinates, and evaluates major university traditions, including but not limited to Homecoming and large-scale campus events.

• Ensures programs are inclusive, student-centered, and reflective of Florida Atlantic’s diverse student population.

• Review, negotiate, and manage contracts and agreements with vendors, performers, and service providers in accordance with university policies and procedures.

• Oversees event logistics, risk management planning, marketing strategies, vendor relations, and contractual agreements.

• Collaborates with campus partners, student organizations, and community stakeholders to support and expand programming.

Assessment & Operations:

• Develops and implements assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness, student learning, and engagement metrics.

• Prepares reports, maintains records, and uses data to inform planning and continuous improvement.

• Manages budgets, assists in the preparation of the budget request cycle, tracks expenditures, and steward of activity & services fees.

• Perform other job-related duties assigned by the Director of Student Activities and Involvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required.
Ability to work with student users, staff, and external customers and vendors needed.
Familiar with and interprets general building policies and procedures.

Salary:

$60,000 per year.

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some weekends and nights are required.

Application Deadline:

2026-09-08

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.