Living Learning Community Coordinator

Penn State University • University Park, PA

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About The Position

The Residence Life Office is seeking a dynamic, energetic individual to join the team! The Living Learning Community Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to continue the vision and mission of the department, specifically around the Living Learning Communities (LLC). They are responsible to the Senior Assistant Director for maintaining and establishing relationships with Faculty and Advisers, implementing strategies to assess the effectiveness of the Living Learning Community on student success. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Living Learning Community Coordinator: Advise, or co-advise with Faculty Associates, multiple LLC student organizations Provide support and training for Resident Assistants Provide support and training for LLC student organizations Student Development and Residence Education: Plan, implement, and evaluate the Living Learning Communities residence education program for the department Makes referrals to university agencies when appropriate Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities Advocates for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns Interpret and enforce University and residence hall policies and procedures Administration: Responsible for the daily operation and organization of the Living Learning Communities Assist in promoting the safety and security of area residents Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Faculty Associates, Assignments, Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc Administrator the LLC records (contact information for faculty/staff/students involved in the LLC, active status process, LLC traditions, etc.) to ensure a smooth transition Assist in the implementation and assessment of the Higher Education 302 class. Teach a 3-credit class during the Fall and Spring semesters Community Development: Demonstrates a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment Assist the LLC E-boards in developing and promoting a positive living environment Demonstrates a commitment to diversity and social justice issues Plans and implements programs in conjunction with Resident Assistants and LLC student leadership Demonstrates a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups Miscellaneous: Participate in committees and task force groups Assists in the recruitment and training of professional staff Assists in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system Should possess a thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• Advise, or co-advise with Faculty Associates, multiple LLC student organizations
• Provide support and training for Resident Assistants
• Provide support and training for LLC student organizations
• Plan, implement, and evaluate the Living Learning Communities residence education program for the department
• Makes referrals to university agencies when appropriate
• Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
• Advocates for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
• Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
• Interpret and enforce University and residence hall policies and procedures
• Responsible for the daily operation and organization of the Living Learning Communities
• Assist in promoting the safety and security of area residents
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Faculty Associates, Assignments, Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc
• Administrator the LLC records (contact information for faculty/staff/students involved in the LLC, active status process, LLC traditions, etc.) to ensure a smooth transition
• Assist in the implementation and assessment of the Higher Education 302 class.
• Teach a 3-credit class during the Fall and Spring semesters
• Demonstrates a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment
• Assist the LLC E-boards in developing and promoting a positive living environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity and social justice issues
• Plans and implements programs in conjunction with Resident Assistants and LLC student leadership
• Demonstrates a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups
• Participate in committees and task force groups
• Assists in the recruitment and training of professional staff
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system
• Should possess a thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees