Coordinator For Student Engagement

Posting Number 20112601 Position Title Coordinator for Student Engagement FTE 1.00 Position Type Staff Department Student Engagement

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The coordinator will lead the development and implementation of many evening and weekend campus events for students; work on activities to enhance the growth and development of all students by providing social and educational opportunities to engage all students in our community.

What You'll Do

• Position Duties

• Work closely with Recreational Sports to do collaborative programming in the intramural field, residence life pool/ outdoor activities in the residence hall courtyards and volleyball/basketball sand courts.

• Works with the other programming staff in Setzer for student involvement and programming that includes Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programs.

• Will work with Scheduling, Reservations and Operations to schedule and provide support to an event.

• Hire, train, develop, and supervise 6-8 student staff members set-up and assist in student activities and campus programming. ·

• Develop brief programming for students during the Student Engagement hours (Tues/Thur)

• Develop and coordinate programs that support the student experience, targeting students during the evenings and weekends.

• Follow trends and guidelines from the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA), 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.

• Must work collaboratively with on and off campus agencies, and other departments to achieve objectives.

• Develop and coordinate programs that support the student experience, targeting students during the evenings and weekends.

• Participates in a rotation of event coverage for evening and weekend events.

• Assist in coordinating, planning, and operating signature campus-wide student events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, Movie Nights on the Intramural Field, Courtyards in the Residence Halls, involvement fairs, etc.

• Assist New Student & Leadership Programs in Welcome Week for Fall and Spring. ·

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to work in a complex organization which provides co-curricular programs and activities that are essential to student community; an understanding of how the student union interacts with student and recreational activities functions as a part of Student Engagement and the University at-large. Demonstrate skills in working with Recreational Sports & Housing & Residence Life in offering programs and events for students

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an 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:

• 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.

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• Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

• One year of related experience. preferably at a college or university. Adept at being a leader and a hands-on contributor. Demonstrates a strong understanding of student organizations, their role, and regulations governing them.

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

Application Information

Posting Date 02/21/2024 Close Date 05/20/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions