Coordinator, Student Engagement

Agency

Department

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

$3,657.34 - $3,750.00 per month commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Coordinator of Student Engagement, under general supervision, organizes, administers, supervises, and evaluates comprehensive education, preventive, and recreational programs that meet the social, integrative, and holistic needs of students. 

Responsibilities:

- Coordinates, advises, and oversees student organizations.

- Co-Advises the Engaging RELLIS Academic Alliance Students (ERAAS) Committee.

- Plans events, seminars, workshops, and activities such as Fall & Spring Festivals, career readiness, and mental health awareness. Assists with major activities and events across departments of RELLIS Academic Alliance. Collaborates with Blinn personnel on delivery of events.

- Plans and hosts semesterly Career Fairs for RAA students. Coordinates with Career Services Committee to establish and maintain relationships with third-party employers.

- Collaborates with the Writing Center to provide co-sponsored events related to career readiness.

- Oversees the planning of campus events by student workers such as RELLIS Recharge and RELLIS House Events.

- Ensures that student organizations and events are in alignment with Federal, State, and university laws and policies through risk management and student leadership training.

- Coordinates promotion of events and events calendar and assist with social media with Associate Director of Student Affairs and Student Success and Communication Specialists.

- Oversees the Office of Student Life, provides positive campus community relations, maintains accurate participation and financial records for programs and activities.

- May serve as a representative on RELLIS committees.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three years of experience either working with students, student development programs, coordinating events, or equivalent experience or 1 year of experience with Master's Degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

- Ability to present information clearly and concisely. 
- Ability to work with sensitive Information and maintain confidentiality. 

- Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

- Occasional work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends may be required.

- Occasional Travel may be required.

- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. 

Preferred Qualifications:

- Degree in related fields such as but not limited to Higher Education and Student Affairs, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Student Development, Hospitality.

- Master's Degree or equivalent education and experience
- One (1) or more years of Career Services/Coaching experience
- One (1) or more years of Student Engagement/Involvement experience
- Prior work experience at a college or university

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.