Coordinator of Student Engagement and Leadership

Summary

Position Title

Coordinator for Student Engagement and Leadership

Department

Student Engagement

Position Reports to

Director of Student Engagement and Leadership

Effective Date

May 1, 2024

Status

Full Time/Exempt

Job Summary

The Coordinator of Student Engagement & Leadership provides support to advance the mission of the Center of Student Engagement & Leadership within the Division of Student Affairs. The Coordinator provides support to Student Engagement & Leadership through the facilitation of opportunities that foster students' engagement, campus involvement, and identity/leadership development to cultivate a successful university experience and academic persistence. The coordinator will oversee all student organizations to help develop and enhance their programs and activities. This position will work closely with students in supporting leadership development and other student engagement programs. The Coordinator will also manage all the operations of the 6,300 sq. ft. student event space, The Moran Center, with oversight of 10-12 student employees. Reporting to the Director of Student Engagement & Leadership, this position is a 12-month, full-time position with primary responsibility within Student Engagement & Leadership. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises student staff such as Desk Assistants/Event Staff and The Reef team members and also advises IFC.

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of The Reef, the student programming board, as well as Inter-Fraternity Council.

  • Supports the major Reef events, traditions, and programs including Week of Welcome, Porter Fest, Homecoming, and Pancake Breakfast.
  • Effectively lead, motivate, supervise and evaluate student staff.
  • Oversee monthly all-campus Late-Night programs with The Reef team.
  • Supervise student workers including handling daily tasks, scheduling hours, coordinating coverage of special events, and completing timesheets.
  • Manage the approval and posting of marketing materials on bulletin boards and building display locations including the review of materials, removal of outdated or no longer pertinent to the campus community in accordance with the Student Engagement posting policy and remove any notices displayed improperly.
  • Assist in budget management including tracking of expenses, gift card forms, and creating reimbursements for students.
  • Advise the IFC President and executive board.
  • Oversee IFC recruitment, help with IFC programming and also assist with IFC judiciary issues.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and student focus with the ability to operate in a collaborative and professional manner with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse university community.
  • High level of comfort with frequent student contact and ability to advise diverse student groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully balance, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in an active, fast-paced environment, while providing superior constituent service.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage projects to successful completion. 
  • Experience in event planning and program management.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, & Experience

  • Bachelors degree required.
  • Experience with student programming and Greek Life.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach.
  • Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines.
  • Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume and completed JU Application to Bambi Brundage at bcarson@ju.edu