Assistant Director Native American Student Community Center

Position Announcement Position Details

Proposed

Start Date:

06/01/2026
Classification

Title:

Advising and Student Services
Rank: N - No Rank

Working Title:

Assistant Director Native American Student Community Center
Department: 331625 - OSA Cultural Rsrce Ctrs Admin Position Number: D94289
Representation: UU - Unclassified Unrepresented Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable
Position FTE: 1.0
Tenure Status: N - not applicable

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands‑on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The Native American Student & Community Center (NASCC) Assistant Director (AD) provides leadership to the NASCC and is responsible for the hiring, evaluation, and supervision of center staff. The AD manages the center’s daily operations, including public relations efforts and helping leadership with fundraising efforts and strategic initiatives. The Assistant Director ensures the NASCC remains a welcoming and inclusive space that celebrates and supports the success of Native American, Alaskan Native, and Pacific Islander students through culturally relevant programming, academic support, and intergenerational community engagement.

The Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing facility stewardship. This includes managing scheduling, marketing, booking, and billing processes for events, and developing efficient operational procedures. The AD collaborates closely with Institutional leaders including the Executive Director for Tribal Relations, the Indigenous Nations Studies and ITECK departments, Native campus leaders, Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Student Life and the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, to honor sovereignty and foster engagement with Native and Indigenous communities.

Additionally, the AD builds strong relationships with campus departments such as student services areas, student success units, and community organizations, positioning the NASCC as a premier venue for meetings, conferences, and gatherings.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Access, Success and Belonging, the AD plays a critical role in advancing the mission of the Office of Student Life and Student Affairs division. Working closely with the Assistant Director of Cultural Resource Centers, Assistant Director of Multicultural Retention Services, and Coordinator of Native American Student Services to ensure alignment and coordination of building operations, student fee funded co‑curricular programming and multicultural academic support.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study and 3 to 4 years of experience or Master’s degree with two years of professional experience in event planning. A Bachelor’s degree and equivalent of five or more years of full‑time experience in all categories defined by the position summary may be substituted in lieu of the Master’s degree and two years of experience.
• Experience organizing and planning programs and/or workshops, including processing all required paperwork and administrative duties related to programming.
• Experience working with and/or advising diverse college students/populations.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and diverse cultures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with basic computer applications, e‑mail, etc.
• Deep understanding and awareness of Native American/Alaska…