Florida Polytechnic University
Student Government Association - Executive Positions Fall 2026
🇺🇸Lakeland, Florida, United States1 month ago
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Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.
The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.
Student Government Association - Executive Positions Fall 2026
Pursuant to Article VI, Section 9 of The Constitution of The Student Body of Florida Polytechnic University; "Unless a more restrictive standard is stated in the Constitution, to be eligible for an office within Student Government Association, a student must have and maintain an overall 2.5 grade point average on al work attempted as a member of the Student Body and conform to all requirements imposed by the Department of Student Affairs. Candidates for the offices of the Executive Branch shall have completed a minimum of three (3) academic semesters, excluding summer semesters, at Florida Polytechnic University.
FALL 2026 GENERAL EXECUTIVE POSITIONS:
Chief of Staff
Job Description: The Chief of Staff shall serve as the manager of the Executive Branch, at the discretion of the Student Body President and Vice President, and assist Student Government Association in all leadership development initiatives of the 9th Term Administration.
Role and Responsibilities:
Act as the Chief Information Officer of the Student Body.
Assist the President and Vice President in overseeing the Executive Branch. Enhance the quality of leadership within Student Government, specifically within the Executive Branch by working with SGA Advisor and other entities.
Record SGA Executive Branch meeting minutes or appoint an aide to do so in their stead.
Send reminders regarding meetings and events to the SGA Executive Branch.
Post minutes of the SGA Executive Branch meeting in a public forum.
Appoint aides or other officials not provided for by the Constitution, if deemed necessary.
Regularly hold meetings with members of the Executive Cabinet to ensure they are fulfilling their duties.
Perform any other duties as necessary to execute the initiatives of the Executive Branch.
Assist with management of a diverse team of student leaders.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Must be in good academic standing.
Must maintain a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Must be a full-time student.
Must not be under current disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion.
Must be able to maintain a high level of professionalism.
Must be able to think critically and logically in any given situation.
Experience working with a team.
Ability to take initiative in the workplace and create strategic goals.
Treasurer
Job Description: The SGA Treasurer positions holds the role of ensuring activity and service fees of the student body are being used by all Student Government Associations agencies, bureaus, entities, and organizations in a responsible and effective manner for the utmost benefit of the Florida Polytechnic University’s students.
Role and Responsibilities:
Act as the Chief Financial Officer of the Student Body.
Ensure fiscal responsibility among Student Government Association entities, student organizations, and Student Affairs departments.
Keep complete and accurate accounts of all Student Body funds on deposit with the University Comptroller and the Finance department.
Provide an update to all entities of SGA outlining account balances at the start of each semester, or upon request.
Have the power to veto legislation pertaining to finance as provided for by the Constitution.
Comply with the Title 7 Finance Code
Serve as a financial advisor to the Student Body President and Vice President and the staff of the Executive Branch.
Attend all official meetings of the Audit and Budget Committee as a non-voting member. If the Treasurer cannot personally attend, the Treasurer shall appoint an aide to go in their stead.
Have a working knowledge of the Student Government Association Purchase Request System.
Serve as one of the authorizing signatures on requests pertaining to finance.
Be responsible for submitting all Executive Branch purchase orders.
Any other duties as necessary to execute the mission of the Executive Branch.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Must be in good academic standing.
Must maintain a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Must be a full-time student.
Must not be under current disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion.
The SGA Treasurer should have a working understanding of the Student Government Association Constitution, Statues, and Executive Branch Handbook.
Must be able to maintain a high level of professionalism.
Must be able to think critically and logically in any given situation.
Experience working with a team.
Ability to take initiative in the workplace and create strategic goals.
Sustainability President
Job Description: The Sustainability President is responsible for creating and encouraging action on the University level that increases the environmental efficiency and responsibility of the campus, with longstanding projects and initiatives.
Role and Responsibilities:
Shall be the governing figure for the Agency.
Shall head each Sustainability Executive Board meeting, maintain an agenda per meeting, and maintain order and direction of the Agency as a whole.
Is responsible for scheduling meeting and event times and maintaining relations with the SGA Executive Branch.
Serves on the SGA Executive Cabinet.
Shall attend all SGA Executive Branch meetings as required by the Student Body President.
Ensures all events take place throughout the scheduled dates and times throughout the academic year.
Shall manage and oversee the initiatives created by the Agency.
Acts as the liaison between the Office of Student Activities and Involvement, Sustainability Agency, and SGA.
Ensures all Cabinet Members of the Agency are in good membership standing, with the assistance of the SGA Advisor.
Appoints each Sustainability Executive Board position with the assistance of the SGA Advisor.
Any other duties as necessary to execute the mission of the Executive Branch and the Sustainability Agency.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Must be in good academic standing.
Must maintain a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Must be a full-time student.
Must not be under current disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion.
Must be able to maintain a high level of professionalism.
Must be able to think critically and logically in any given situation.
Experience working with a team.
Ability to take initiative in the workplace and create strategic goals.
Director of SGA General Operations
Job Description: The Director of SGA General Operations assists the Student Body President and Vice President and acts as a liaison between the Executive Branch and the Lakeland Community. This position will also serve as the liaison between the Executive Branch and Local, State, and Federal Government. The director will advocate externally regarding issues that directly affect the Student Body by meeting with government officials and planning Florida Poly Lobbying Days and Rally in Tally in conjunction with the Student Body President and the Florida Student Association. They will also be tasked with the upkeep of SGA assets and operations, as well as ensuring that SGA subsidiaries are compliant with SGA, University, and State regulations.
Role and Responsibilities:
Maintain the general upkeep and organization of all SGA assets, including the SGA Office, SGA Golf Cart, SGA Connex, and SGA Desk.
Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive tracking system for all SGA assets.
Conduct periodic audits to ensure accountability and proper usage of SGA resources.
Coordinate all logistical aspects of events, including:
Submitting and managing purchase requests
Communicating and negotiating with vendors
Collaborating with university administration to ensure compliance and support
Maintain and update SGA documentation for Executive Branch as directed by the Student Body President.
Ensure operational procedures and records are accurate, current, and accessible.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Must be in good academic standing.
Must maintain a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
Must be a full-time student.
Must not be under current disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion.
Must be able to maintain a high level of professionalism.
Must be able to think critically and logically in any given situation.
Experience working with a team.
Ability to take initiative in the workplace and create strategic goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently enrolled or attending classes at Florida Polytechnic University.
Please review the qualifications and education requirements for each position that you are applying for.
HOW TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
It is important that we identify you as a viable candidate, these steps are required. To do this, we ask that you go into your student CAMS account and do the following:
1. Registration Confirmation
2. To Download Your Unofficial Transcripts:
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Each applicant must attach the following documents during the application process (preferably in PDF format):
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:
EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: Stipend Pay
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:
Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.
An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.
This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.
