Job description
Position Information
Posting Number
20112601
Position Title
Coordinator for Student Engagement #494918
FTE
1.00
Position Type
Staff
Department
Student Engagement
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
Leads development and implementation of many campus events for students; works on activities to enhance the growth and development of all students by providing social, cultural, and educational opportunities to engage all students in our community. Assists the Associate Director in the annual planning and implementation of campus-wide student programs such as tailgates, Homecoming, Spring Fest, and other signature events.
What You’ll Do – Position Duties
Leads development and implementation of many campus events for students; works on activities to enhance the growth and development of all students by providing social, cultural, and educational opportunities to engage all students in our community. Assists the Associate Director in the annual planning and implementation of campus-wide student programs such as tailgates, Homecoming, Spring Fest, and other signature events.
What You’ll Do – Position Duties
As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:
- Supervise and provide leadership for student involvement and programming that includes Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programs.
- Hire, train, develop, and supervise 6-8 student directors of the CAB in student activities and campus programming. Following trends and guidelines from the Association of College Unions International (ACUI) and Council for Advancement of Standards (CAS) in Higher Education
- Manage the preparation and execution of the programming budgets and maintenance of financial records for assigned accounts.
- Work collaboratively with New Student & Leadership Programs, Housing & Residence Life, and Recreational Sports on Welcome Week and Welcome Back week.
- Work collaboratively with Recreational Sports in events held in that facility and in co-programming activities.
- Must work collaboratively with on and off campus agencies, and other departments to achieve objectives.
- Act as the main contact with entertainers and agencies, in terms of negotiation and commitments working collaboratively with the University Contract Administrator and Associate Director, in the execution of the contractual agreements.
- Coordinate, prepare, and disseminate publications and marketing materials related to student activities to students, staff, and faculty.
- Develop and coordinate programs that support the commuter student experience.
- Assist Associate Director in developing and managing the Student Organization Resource room within the Setzer Student Center. Facilitate the coordinating of the storage room and lockers.
- Assist Associate Director in coordinating, planning, and operating signature campus-wide student events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, involvement fairs, etc.
Who We Are:
Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits – Job Perks:
At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- State of Texas Retirement plans
- Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
- Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
What You’ll Need to Succeed – Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Degree should be in student personnel, counseling, business, higher education, or related field.
- 1-year of higher education experience related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations.
- 1-year of higher education experience supervising multiple student-workers simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, writing skills, organizational skills, and the ability to motivate and manage student employees.
- Mature and emotionally intelligent in professional settings, consulting with student organizations, and maintaining professional student relationships.
- Possess an understanding of the value of student activities and of the motivation of students who participate in these activities.
- The ability to sustain communication with diverse groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, and maintain a strong philosophical base for student activities.
- Must possess demonstrated experience in event and budget planning. Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Ability to travel on behalf of the University will be preferred.
- Knowledge and experience using integrated software systems including but not limited to: Campus Groups (or similar student organization management software), Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, and Adobe Suite.
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- master’s degree preferred, from an accredited institution.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary
Commensurate
Work Hours
Posting Date
01/26/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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