Assistant Director of Personnel and Guest Engagement

Are you interested in a University Dining professional position that offers and excellent benefits package, paid time off and the opportunity for work/life balance? Ball State University has a professional leadership opportunity available in University Dining. The Assistant Director of Personnel and Guest Engagement is responsible to interview and place all full-time and part-time University Dining positions, maintain accurate employee schedules, maintain an accurate employee records system, and oversee and monitor employee performance appraisals. The successful candidate will lead and supervise subordinates resulting in good organization and minimal stress, promote teamwork, and execute excellent customer service that exceeds customer expectations. To learn more about Ball State University Dining, please visit or website at: http://cms.bsu.edu/campuslife/dining

At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Position Function: In conjunction with the University Dining leadership team, assist in the management of University Dining Operations including but not limited to; interview and placement all full-time and part-time University Dining positions, maintain accurate employee schedules, maintain an accurate employee records system, oversee and monitor employee performance appraisals, provide leadership and support for the departmental training of all University Dining employees. Directs the planning and coordination of conferences and university events using university resources, service providers and facilities. Serve as a member of the University Dining Leadership Team.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent. Over five years of experience in university food service management, human resources or related experience.

Minimum Other: Skills in oral and written communication, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Additional related experience, additional years of supervisory experience.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/36531

Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter addressed to: Hiring Manager. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earner is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through April 19, 2023.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.

The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.

The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit:

https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/professional-staff

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.