MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Engagement Specialist is responsible for planning and organizing student activities and programs under the Student Life division at RCTC. The Specialist leads the planning, developing, promoting, and evaluating programs and services that are focused on providing the diverse student body with opportunities for personal growth, community building, leadership development, with a major emphasis on recruitment, retention, student learning and the successful achievement of students’ academic and career goals.

Requirements

Minimum of two-year related professional work experience in education
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, think critically, and problem solve
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Effective human relations and communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
Experience with event planning
Experience with a variety of social media platforms
Ability to think creatively and innovatively

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Graphic design experience utilizing Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or platforms such as Canva
Experience, working with, and addressing needs of a diverse student community
Experience working at a higher education institution
Ability to work with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Planning and organizing student activities and programs
Leading the planning, developing, promoting, and evaluating programs and services focused on personal growth, community building, and leadership development
Emphasis on recruitment, retention, student learning, and the successful achievement of students’ academic and career goals

Benefits

Affordable health insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support