Coordinator of Student Life

NWACC

2d•$20

About The Position

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success. Under the supervision of the Director of Student Life, the Coordinator of Student Life coordinates assigned programs of the Office of Student Life and Co-Curricular Assessment. Programs may include events, activities, and services for students from admission through graduation—for example, welcome programs at the start of each semester, student involvement fairs, Fall Fest, Party in the Plaza, Spring Fest, and Grad Fest. This position also assists the Director in the management of the daily operations associated with the Office of Student Life and Co-curricular Assessment, which may include assisting with some of the following duties: working with the Student Government Association (SGA), student club and organizations recruitment and training, working with student leadership programs, managing First Generation Student programs, , and NWACC Graduation committee.

Requirements

Earned Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as education, recreation, communication, hospitality/event management, leadership studies, or public relations
2 years’ experience working in a higher education setting preferably in a community college setting
Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.
Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs
Knowledge of campus and community resources
Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs
Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs
Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations
Ability to compile information into report form

Responsibilities

Coordinate the NWACC First Generation Student program, including managing mentors and advising the registered student organization for first generation college students
Coordinate all aspects of assigned programs including planning, budget, execution/implementation, assessment, and evaluation to ensure the department successfully delivers the programs to our students
For assigned events, programs, activities, and services, develop and maintain appropriate records, databases, and follow-up systems for students and community stakeholders.
Work to encourage student retention and persistence
Conduct assessment of programs and services
Maintain all Student Life social media pages
Work with representatives and educational institutions, district-wide departments, local businesses, community partners and other related groups to encourage their participation in student life events, stimulate interest, and promote student engagement strategies
May assist the Student Information Center and Cox Welcome Desk by covering any vacancies at the desks
May assist with maintaining the NWACC Food Pantry
May serve on NWACC committees as a representative of the Student Life office
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college