Coordinator, Student Engagement

Minimum Requirements\: 

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience. 

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

•       Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling or other related degree

   

   

• Experience with large scale program planning in a collegiate setting

• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse populations of university students.

• Experience maximizing the use of organization management software such as Engage, Collegiate Link, or CampusGroups as a communication and marketing tool to promote campus activities.

• Able to sustain communication with diverse groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, and maintain a strong philosophical basis for student activities. 

• Outstanding leadership, management, interpersonal, and project planning skills to relate and work with a variety of faculty, students, parents, staff, and community members.

• Willingness to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.

• Must have the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects and activities, make effective use of resources, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision required.

• Ability to be adaptable, resourceful, and creative in their approaches to unique problems while prioritizing delivery of superior customer service. 

Coordinator, Student Engagement

Student Success

Student Engagement/Student Life

These are exciting times at The Department of Student Life at Georgia State University. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. The department of Student Life invites applications for the position of Coordinator for Student Engagement.

The role promotes student engagement beyond the classroom by coordinating large campus wide signature programs and will be critical to developing students, enhancing learning, building school spirit as well as increasing community and connectivity among students. This position also partners with Georgia State Athletics to create a robust student experience at athletic events.

WHAT MAKES The Department of Student Life A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

• Professional development opportunity and mentorship

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

•           Assist in the coordination of large campus-wide signature experiences, including but not limited to Homecoming and Spring Fling.

         

   

•       Supervise the student chair of the Spirit committee of Spotlight Programs Board

•           Coordinate pre-game, in-game, and post-game activities to enhance the game day experiences for home athletic events and occasional away athletic events, in conjunction with Georgia State Athletics.

•            Negotiate contracts with vendors for food suppliers and novelty attractions

•            Coordinate giveaway purchases and distribution at home athletic events

•        Assess and evaluate programs and initiatives

•            Provide direct supervision of one Graduate Administrative Assistant related to Signature Experiences. 

•        Night and weekend commitments may occur 2-3 times per month during the academic year with higher frequency during peak sports seasons, less often during the summer months.  

To be fully considered for this position, all applicants must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)
• 3 Professional references