Director of Student Union Complex at McNeese State University

Position/Application InformationMcNeese State University invites qualified applicants for the position of Director of Student Union Complex. This is a full-time 12month unclassified position. The appointment is available to begin as early as December 15 2025 and no later than January 5 2026.Position Number: U99880SALARY:$55000 - $60000 based on education qualifications and experienceDEADLINE:Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: Applicants MUSTcomplete an electronic application and upload the required documents listed below:Letter of ApplicationResumeThree References (Include: name phone number & email)Unofficial Transcripts*Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCYclick on the APPLY button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO:Kim Dronett HR Analyst/Recruitment; ; Position Duties/ResponsibilitiesIn January of 2026 McNeese will open a new state-of-the-art student center. The facility will be instrumental to elevating the student experience and a space that cultivates campus life. The center will also be a hub for departmental programs and events hosted by external entities. A director will be hired to serve as the lead administrator to manage the general operations of the facility.The Director of Student Union Complex will be responsible for the following:Serve as the primary administrator responsible for day-to-day oversight of Student Union Complex managed venues and common areasSupervise guide and effectively lead professional and student staff employed in the Student Union departmentBuild relationships with external partners to cultivate usage of student union venues by off-campus persons to generate alternative revenueCompose an annual budget for the Student Union department based on money allocated for operations each fiscal year and special appropriations provided incrementallyServe as an additional campus program development and implementation professionalNetwork with campus professionals and student organizations to increase usage of student union venues for programs and activitiesCollaborate with campus departments and student organizations to conduct campus programs and activities in the student union and adjacent areasResponsible for understanding interpreting formulating and evaluating policies and procedures related to the McNeese Student Union and other managed venuesOversee and operate the management of reservations for venues in Student Union facilities using the Universitys electronic facilities use request systemOversee the management and maintenance of equipment used in the student unionOversee the management and maintenance of furnishings A/V and other items located in the student unionFacilitate and assign venue setupsCoordinate and review facility daily logs and venue inspections to determine ways to address issues that may ariseMaintain inventory of furnishings equipment and suppliesCoordinate pre-use walkthroughs and post walkthroughs with groups that utilize student union venuesPerform safety and risk management assessments of student union venues and other areas controlled by the Student Union departmentComplete daily inspections of Holbrook Student Union to determine matters that need to be addressed to determine needs for facility improvements and effectively communicate them with the appropriate university partner(s)Order and maintain equipment and suppliesAddress facility projects/improvements as deemed necessary and directed by supervisionConnect with members of the local community to promote usage of the student union for meetings and events to drive additional revenue to the facilityCommunicate and collaborate with the Office of Facilities and Plant Operations to prevent and address facility issues that may arise.Compile assessment data for usage of student union venues and contribute to quarterly semi-annual and annual reportsServe as a supervisor of any student union-specific professional employees graduate assistants and student employeesPerform other office duties as assignedOther duties assigned by supervisor or higher authorityRequired/Preferred QualificationsRequired:Bachelors degree from an accredited institutionAt least three years of related professional experienceEvidence of strong leadership capabilitiesAbility to quickly and efficiently resolve problemsPrevious experience working in facility management or event coordinationBudget management experienceExperience working in a position that required safety and risk management practicesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with building inspections and maintenance upkeepAbility to work frequent evenings nights and weekends for special events with prior noticeUnderstanding of using computer software needed to complete job duties such as a medical records system Microsoft Office 365 Banner (or other) student information system case management software and a campus portal platformAbility to lift at least 25 poundsAbility to report to campus for urgent situationsEvidence of an energetic student-centered approach to completion of work duties and program developmentPreferred:Masters degree from an accredited institution Five years or more of related experienceKnowledge of college state and federal standards applicable to duties performedExperience supervising full-time employees graduate assistants/interns student workers and other support personnelExperience formulating assessment and generating data/action reports based on findingsPrevious experience coordinating programs and activities for small and large groupsGeneral University informationMcNeese State University located in Lake Charles Louisiana is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001 et seq and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38 which provides for drug testing of employees appointees prospective employees and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator Krisshunn Youngblood Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at or.The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana drivers license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services () or Educational Credential Evaluators Inc..Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 55000 - 60000