Program Coordinator - Residential College

University of Virginia
1d$45,000 - $60,000Onsite

About The Position

The Program Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring each RC operates smoothly and supports both its academic and community-building missions. By collaborating closely with student leaders and Principals, the Program Coordinator helps shape a dynamic environment that integrates intellectual, social, and civic growth. Supervision of student staff is a key component of coordinator positions.

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree
  • Two years of relevant experience required
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and team members
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in building community, managing crisis, resolving conflicts, and promoting engagement.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Student Affairs Administration, or related field.
  • 1–2 years of experience in student affairs, residential life, or program coordination.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for events as needed.
  • Supervision experience is preferred
  • Experience managing a budget or reconciling financial accounts is preferred
  • Experience being on-call within a housing & residence life setting is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Supervise 3-4 undergraduate Senior Residents; indirectly supervise 35-40 Resident Advisors.
  • Support the Senior Residents in advising all three Residential College councils, fostering student leadership development and effective self-governance.
  • Administrative support of Residential College Councils’ programmatic initiatives, including program development guidance, and purchasing.
  • Programmatic responsibility for cultivating a strong sense of community within Residential Colleges by mentoring student leaders and supporting student self-governance by providing training, resources, and leadership to enhance student engagement, foster connection, and promote a positive living experience.
  • Support the student-run Residential College application process, coordinating logistics, communications, and timelines.
  • Meet with residential students to provide resources and support by assisting in problem solving, roommate mediations, challenges, or concerns.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation.
  • Manage day-to-day RC operations and coordinate programming logistics, including shared and college-specific events.
  • Support student leaders in designing, planning, and executing events aligned with RC missions and annual themes.
  • Collaborate with Housing & Residence Life staff, Faculty Principals, and the Special Assistant to implement RC programs and traditions.
  • Attend and assist with evening and weekend events as needed.
  • Participate as a regular member of each RC leadership team, contributing to planning and community strategy.
  • Contribute to annual assessment and reporting efforts, including event metrics, student participation data, and program evaluations.

Benefits

  • This is an exempt-level position with UVa benefits.
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