Coordinator, Student Engagement

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Coordinator, Student Engagement promotes student engagement beyond the classroom by coordinating large campus-wide signature programs. The role contributes to student development, enhanced learning, school spirit, and greater community and connectivity among students. The position also partners with Georgia State Athletics to create a robust student experience at athletic events. The coordinator assists with signature experiences such as Homecoming and Spring Fling, oversees student leadership connected to the Spirit committee of the Spotlight Programs Board, and coordinates activities for home athletic events and occasional away events. The role also manages vendor arrangements, giveaway purchases and distribution, program assessment, and direct supervision of one Graduate Administrative Assistant. Night and weekend commitments may occur two to three times per month during the academic year, more often during peak sports seasons, and less often during summer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.
Outstanding leadership, management, interpersonal, and project-planning skills to work with faculty, students, parents, staff, and community members.
Willingness to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects and activities, use resources effectively, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to be adaptable, resourceful, and creative in addressing unique problems while prioritizing superior customer service.
Night and weekend commitments may occur two to three times per month during the academic year, with greater frequency during peak sports seasons.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, or another related field.
Experience with large-scale program planning in a collegiate setting.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations of university students.
Experience maximizing organization management software such as Engage, Collegiate Link, or CampusGroups as a communication and marketing tool for campus activities.
Ability to sustain communication with diverse groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, and maintain a strong philosophical basis for student activities.

Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating large campus-wide signature experiences, including Homecoming and Spring Fling.
Supervise the student chair of the Spirit committee of the Spotlight Programs Board.
Coordinate pre-game, in-game, and post-game activities for home athletic events and occasional away athletic events in conjunction with Georgia State Athletics.
Negotiate contracts with food suppliers and novelty attraction vendors.
Coordinate giveaway purchases and distribution at home athletic events.
Assess and evaluate programs and initiatives.
Directly supervise one Graduate Administrative Assistant related to Signature Experiences.