Student Union Managers manage all aspects of the Student Union during morning, evening, and weekend hours, assist students and faculty/staff with event/program logistics, and maintain relationships with various campus departments and student organizations to help communicate essential information. Student Union Managers work in a fast-paced environment, and must be able to manage multiple tasks at once. Please visit www.newpaltz.edu/studentengagement for more information about our office.
Click here for the 2024 Student Union Manager Application
Minimum Qualifications
- Be a full-time, matriculated undergraduate student at SUNY New Paltz
- Have and maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA
- Be in good disciplinary standing with the Division of Student Affairs
- Live on campus for the duration of employment (full academic year)
- Previous leadership and/or co-curricular involvement at New Paltz
- Current resume and Co-Curricular Transcript
- Contact information for two references
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous managerial and supervisory experience
- Audio/visual technology equipment experience
- Customer service/communication skills
- Ability to work well with a diverse public
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle frequent interruptions and/or task changes
Click here for the SUM Conditions of Employment 22-23
Student Union Manager Selection Process FAQs
Q: What is the compensation for Student Union Managers?
A: Student Union Managers live on campus for free for the duration of their employment (you still have to pay for a meal plan, though). Additionally, they are paid hourly for each Weekend Duty shift, and there are additional paid opportunities throughout the year.
Q: What if I currently live off campus? Can I still apply?
A: YES! The compensation for Student Union Managers is an on-campus room, meaning if you are hired, you will live on campus for your term of employment.
Q: I plan on Studying Abroad/ Student Teaching/ interning outside of the area in the spring. Can I still be a Student Union Manager next year?
A: Due to the nature of the position and training needed for our staff, our Student Union Manager positions are for the full academic year (fall and spring semesters).
Q: Can I have another job in addition to the Student Union Manager position?
A: Due to the demand of the SUM position, we would prefer you only hold this position. If you have an additional employment opportunity, we ask that you discuss it with us first.
Q: What hours do Student Union Managers work?
A: Managers work 8-12 Duty Hours per week (Sunday-Thursday, during mornings, late afternoon, and evening hours). Duty Hours are set by the Student Union Manager staff, and each Manager works the same shifts for the entire semester (i.e. Tuesdays from 5pm-8pm or Wednesdays from 9pm-11 pm). Managers also have a rotating shift for Weekend Duty (Fridays and Saturdays); Weekend Duty is 11 hours max per Manager per weekend and Managers are typically on Weekend Duty four times per semester. Additionally, Student Union Managers work approximately 25 hours of Tech Coverage (assisting with technological support for events/programs in the Student Union); these are scheduled as needed throughout the semester. The schedule is flexible to accommodate classes and commitments, but does require extensive evening and weekend availability
Student Union Manager 2023-2024 Selection Timeline:
Thursday, February 1 @ 9am
Applications open. Application materials include resume, an unofficial copy of your co-curricular transcript, short answer questions, and the name and contact information of one reference. Application materials must be submitted electronically via the form at the bottom of the page.
Friday, February 23 @ 4pm
Application due. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications, and/or those who do not have complete application packages will be notified of their ineligibility to continue in the selection process via New Paltz email by Friday, February 23 at 5pm.
Tuesday, February 27 by 5pm
Candidates will receive an email by 5pm regarding whether or not they are invited to continue in the Student Union Manager Selection Process.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 15
First Round Interviews for invited candidates.
Wednesday, March 20 by 5pm
Candidates notified via New Paltz e-mail by 5pm whether or not they are invited to continue in the Student Union Manager Selection Process.
Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5
Second Round Interviews for invited candidates.
Monday, April 8 by 5pm
Candidates will be notified of hiring decisions by New Paltz e-mail by 5pm; candidates who are offered positions will receive instructions for acceptance
Hired Student Union Managers will attend one staff meeting, one individual meeting, and participate in 2 hours of shadowing a current SUM before the end of the Spring 2024 semester (all to be scheduled based on availability).
Please contact Center for Student Engagement with questions at cse@newpaltz.edu or 845-257-3025
Your complete Student Union Manager Application package will contain:
- A current resume (to be uploaded as a .pdf in the application form)
- A current Co-Curricular Transcript (to be uploaded as a .pdf in the application form)
- The names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses of 2 individuals who have agreed to serve as professional references for you.
Please note that it is the Candidate’s responsibility to ensure that all components of their application are submitted on time.
No late applications will be accepted.
