Hawkeye Service Initiatives Coordinator

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of larger Leadership and Engagement efforts, this position leads the Hawkeye Service Breaks program, advises Student United Way, and serves as a resource for other service-focused student organizations, while advancing opportunities for civic engagement across campus. Through volunteer experiences, leadership development, and community partnerships, this position fosters active citizenship, social responsibility, and meaningful student learning. The role supports students in connecting service experiences to personal growth, leadership development, and lifelong commitments to community engagement and positive social change.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the position or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Some (6mo-1yr) experience working in a higher education setting with campus programming and student activities.
Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining a welcoming and respectful environment.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with standard office computer applications.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Experience coordinating service and volunteer programs such as alternative breaks or days of service.
Extensive experience in event management processes and activities; ability to plan, organize and execute large student life or other medium to large-scale events and to coordinate resources before, during and after an event.
Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating co-curricular leadership programs.
Basic knowledge of budgeting and expense management processes.
Knowledge of and commitment to university policies, procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

Advise and Develop Student Leaders: Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise student leaders for Hawkeye Service Breaks, Student United Way, and other service initiatives.
Provide Student Engagement Advising: Guide students in connecting service and involvement experiences to their personal, academic, leadership, and career development goals.
Facilitate Leadership and Service Education: Design and deliver training programs focused on leadership, service-learning, active citizenship, reflection, teamwork, and community engagement.
Lead Service-Based Programs and Events: Plan, implement, and evaluate Hawkeye Service Breaks, National Days of Service, volunteer recognition programs, and other campus-wide service initiatives.
Manage Community Partnerships: Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations to create meaningful volunteer and service opportunities for students.
Oversee Program Operations and Risk Management: Establish and implement policies, procedures, travel protocols, and risk management practices to support safe and effective service experiences.
Ensure Policy and Regulatory Compliance: Maintain compliance with university, state, and federal requirements related to student travel, volunteer engagement, and organizational operations.
Assess Program Effectiveness and Student Learning: Develop assessment strategies, collect and analyze data, and evaluate student learning, leadership development, and community impact outcomes.
Advise Service-Oriented Student Organizations: Serve as the primary advisor for Student United Way and support service-focused student organizations through leadership coaching, organizational development, and volunteer recruitment.
Coordinate Outreach and Communications: Develop promotion and communication strategies that increase student participation and awareness of service and civic engagement opportunities.
Manage Program Budgets and Resources: Administer budgets, monitor expenditures, coordinate financial processes, and ensure responsible stewardship of university and student fee resources.
Collaborate with Campus and Community Stakeholders: Partner with campus departments, student leaders, and community organizations to advance service-learning, civic engagement, and student development goals.