Program Coordinator, Student Organizations

Lindenwood University • Saint Charles, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The program coordinator, student organizations, supports the development, engagement, and success of Lindenwood University’s student organizations and their student leaders. The position works collaboratively with campus partners to strengthen student involvement and leadership opportunities while ensuring student organizations operate in alignment with University policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, such as education, student affairs, human resource management, or business
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a leadership role, preferably in student activities, programming, or related area
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Strong collaborative and customer service skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to resolve conflicts and clearly articulate expectations of team members
• Commitment to individual and team professional development
• Ability to be a confident spokesperson
• Proven effectiveness in making significant decisions
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty, students, and staff
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated staff supervision skills
• Ability and desire to take initiative and demonstrate creativity
• Highly developed organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of student development/leadership theories and the ability to apply them appropriately
• Basic computer skills including working knowledge of student organization management systems
• General contract and risk management knowledge
• Knowledge of and experience applying research and best practices related to student leadership initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports the day-to-day operations and engagement of student organizations, serving as primary contact for routine questions, organizational needs, and University processes
• Maintains accurate student organization records, including officer rosters, constitutions, bylaws, and required documentation within the University’s student engagement platform
• Coordinates the registration, re-registration, and ongoing administrative processes for registered student organizations
• Advises student organization leaders on organizational operations, leadership development, event planning, University policies and procedures, and available campus resources
• Serves as an advisor to student organization without a designated faculty/staff advisor to provide interim support
• Serves as an event consultant for student organizations, coaching student leaders through event planning, logistics, risk management, and University processes
• Coordinates and supports student engagement initiatives including involvement fairs and other programs that promote student organization visibility and participation
• Coordinates and supports the implementation and assessment of the Lion Leadership Experience designed to strengthen leadership and organizational effectiveness
• Evaluates student organization and engagement initiatives and recommends improvements based on student needs, assessment data, emerging trends, and best practices
• Promotes adherence to University policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulation
• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
• Supports Lindenwood students by providing programming that allows for student development outside of the classroom
• Demonstrates commitment to the holistic development of diverse student populations
• Participates in collaborative planning for campus-wide events, such as New Student Orientation, Family Day, and Homecoming
• Collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and external vendors to complete tasks
• Assists other areas of Student Involvement with event coordination and execution
• Assists with development and execution of department-wide plans, goals, and assessments
• Job may require other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only)
• Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only)
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options
• Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1)
• Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.
• Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level