Coordinator of Student Engagement - Gies College of Business

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

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About The Position

The Coordinator of Student Engagement implements, coordinates, and administers student engagement programs and initiatives within the Gies College of Business. Working closely with the Associate Director of Student Engagement, this position delivers programming, advises student organizations, facilitates leadership development, and supports student success in alignment with the Office of Undergraduate Programs and Gies College of Business. The role includes coordinating events and their logistics, advising student leaders and organizations, providing operational and administrative support, and assisting with assessment, records, budgets, and continuous improvement. Some events require limited availability outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least one year (12 months) of combined education, training, and/or work experience in student engagement, student affairs, student-organization advising, leadership development, or coordinating student programs in a college or university setting.
Demonstrated experience advising or supporting college students or student leaders.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff, with a high level of energy and enthusiasm.
Understanding of how student involvement contributes to student engagement, retention, and success.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, student personnel, education, or a related field.
Two or more years of experience in college student engagement, student-organization advising, leadership development, or student programming.
Experience advising registered student organizations and with event planning, financial processes, and institutional-policy compliance.
Familiarity with university policies and procedures related to student organizations, events, and purchasing.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute large- and small-scale student engagement programs and events, including some evening and weekend activities.
Implement student leadership development programming and educational initiatives in collaboration with the Associate Director of Student Engagement.
Coordinate logistics, communications, marketing, and operational support for engagement initiatives and events.
Collaborate with Gies-affiliated student organizations to implement programs that foster community, engagement, accessibility, and student involvement.
Provide on-site operational support and event management.
Maintain communication with student leaders, student organizations, and campus partners about engagement initiatives and programming.
Serve as a primary advisor to Gies-affiliated student organizations and student leaders.
Advise and support student organizations with event planning, marketing, financial processes, organizational development, and policy compliance.
Work with existing and prospective student organizations to expand awareness of and access to leadership development, professional development, and engagement opportunities.
Provide direct advising support to the Council of Presidents and Council of Presidents Advisory Board.
Facilitate leadership workshops, officer training, and student development initiatives.
Mentor students in leadership growth, professional development, academic success, and organizational effectiveness.
Help student organizations navigate university and college procedures for event management, purchasing, fundraising, and organizational sustainability.
Coordinate operational logistics and administrative support for engagement programs and initiatives.
Assist with assessment, reporting, and data collection related to engagement programming and organizational effectiveness.
Maintain accurate records of student organizations, membership, participation, and program outcomes.
Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, and financial administration.
Support divisional strategic priorities and engagement initiatives.
Monitor student organization effectiveness and assist with continuous improvement.
Assist with onboarding and supporting new student organizations and engagement opportunities.
Serve on committees and work groups as assigned and perform additional duties in support of the Office of Undergraduate Programs and divisional priorities.