Status: Full-time, exempt 
Location: Hybrid (Minnesota, Students United's Office is located in St. Paul)
Reports to: Board of Directors 
Salary range: $50,000-$56,000

Deadline to apply: Priority registration; Friday, May 29, 2026, position open until filled
 

Students United is searching for a collaborative, equity-driven Executive Director to lead our statewide student-led organization. This role is central to advancing our mission: uplifting the voices of Minnesota State University students and advocating for policies that strengthen higher education across Minnesota. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 

Office Administration 

• Manage day-to-day office operations and administrative systems  

• Manage and maintain office supplies, equipment/technology and vendor relationships  

• Coordinate mail, phone systems, and filing systems  

• Ensure office policies and procedures are followed and updated as needed  

• Maintain organized electronic and physical records  
   

Operations Team & Board Support 

• Provide administrative support to the operations team (comms/development) and board of directors   

• Coordinate logistics for Students United board meetings, retreats, and trainings, including hotel, meal, and transportation accommodations for students and staff 

• Create and maintain shared calendars for events, meetings, and programs  

• Assist with preparing board meeting materials and follow-up materials  

• Assist with board communications and document management, including updating governing documents.
   

Financial & Data Support 

• Manage accounts payable, expense tracking, and credit card activities   

• Process invoices and reimbursements  

• Support financial recordkeeping in coordination with finance staff or external accountant  

• Aid in the preparation of monthly financial reports, the creation of the annual budget, and the yearly audit 
   

Human Resources Support  

• Assist with the hiring and onboarding process for new staff and maintain hiring and onboarding procedures   

• Support with administering payroll and employee benefits as needed   

• Maintain confidentiality of personnel information  

• Help coordinate staff trainings, retreats, and internal communications  
   

Communications & Other Projects 

• Serve as a primary point of contact for visitors, callers, and general inquiries  

• Support basic communications such as email updates and event coordination  

• Plan Students United’s Annual Advocacy Conference in coordination with staff and external partners  

• Attend Students United events as needed  

• Other projects and duties as assigned  

 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree 

• Comfortable working with and learning new programs and technology  

• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines  

• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization  

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion  

• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends for events  

 

Preferred Qualifications a Plus:  

• Some experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization  

• Event coordination experience  

 

Employee Benefits:  

• $200/month for Student Loan Assistance  

• Cell Phone Allowance  

• Parking Allowance  

• 401k eligibility after 6 months of service– up to 5% match   

• Unlimited Paid Time Off   

• Health, dental, life and disability insurance covered by Students United  

• Students United contributes $250 toward monthly health insurance premiums for each person an employee adds to their plan    

• Optional vision plan available    

• Access to professional development funds   

• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule