Coordinator, Experiential Learning

Barry University•Miami Shores, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator for Experiential Learning implements programming based on the Social Change Model of Leadership Development, inclusion and multicultural programs, and initiatives that build an inclusive community for students, especially students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). The role manages federal work-study students and brings together stakeholders from across departments and divisions. It also assists the Associate Director for Experiential Learning with co-curricular and experiential pathways. This is an in-person position. The Coordinator plans and supports educational and co-curricular programming that promotes undergraduate student engagement and retention. The role develops cultural celebrations and other diversity-related programming, supports student organization leaders, and helps students build belonging, skills, peer networks, and relationships with staff and student leaders. The Coordinator also assists with career readiness programs, university traditions, new-student programming, reporting, assessment, and committee work. Evening and weekend program support may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Ability to analyze and understand student development theories, student needs, and best practices for supporting historically underrepresented students.
Ability to develop, implement, and assess student leadership and diversity-related programs for a university-wide audience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites, marketing, and social media platforms.
Ability to communicate effectively and responsively across diverse identities and cultures, in written and oral form.
Ability to facilitate workshops, presentations, and training sessions.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Student Development, Multicultural Studies, College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or a related field preferred.
One year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate educational and co-curricular programming that supports the retention and engagement of undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds.
Lead the development and logistics of the fall Leadership & Inclusion Conference and spring Women’s Leadership Summit, including keynote speakers, breakout session facilitators, campus partnerships, and interactive components.
Create a welcoming campus culture where students can develop belonging, network with peers, develop skills, and build relationships with staff and student leaders.
Provide personal, social, financial, and professional advising and mentoring to support student organization leaders and members.
Oversee event logistics, marketing, website content, event materials, catering, room reservations, and audiovisual arrangements.
Supervise work-study students, including scheduling, timesheets, task delegation, and professional development.
Develop and promote a co-curricular calendar and programming for national heritage and history months and dates related to diversity, inclusion, and multicultural celebrations.
Convene faculty, staff, and student representatives to develop campus-wide calendars, such as those for Hispanic Heritage Month and Black History Month.
Partner with student, faculty, and staff stakeholders on designated celebrations such as First-Generation College Student Day and PRIDE Week.
Create marketing and social media strategies to raise awareness and recruit student participation.
Assist the Associate Director for Experiential Learning with co-curricular and experiential learning pathways for each academic major.
Help embed experiential learning and leadership and inclusion programs into co-curricular pathways and experiential maps for each academic major.
Assist Career Counselors with events and programs that support student career readiness and employability.
Collaborate with Engagement team colleagues and contribute to quarterly and annual reports, assessments, publications, and presentations.
Partner with New Student Programs to deliver Emerging Leaders Programs, New Student Orientation, and First Year Experience.
Assist with planning and implementation of mission-centered traditions and themed weeks, including Welcome Week, Peace Week, Founders’ Week, and Earth Week.
Serve on divisional and university-wide committees.
Support evening and weekend programs as needed.