Student Engagement Coordinator

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

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About The Position

The Student Engagement Coordinator helps students develop and achieve realistic goals for the academic year and assists them in achieving balance between academic and co-curricular activities, as well as promote their academic, personal, and professional development. This role involves working with internal and external partners to manage, support, and create programs, resources, tools, and events that provide meaningful engagements at all institutional levels. The coordinator supports student learning and provides high-quality out-of-class experiences for students through programs such as EcoReps, student activities, leadership development, community service, multicultural programs, trips, and Fraternity and Sorority Life. This position is funded for 2 years, with continuation dependent on university need, performance, and/or funding availability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Student Engagement Specialist - Intermediate Professional)
• Previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education (if filled as Student Engagement Specialist - Professional)
• Successful completion of background check(s)
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the creation of robust co-curricular sustainability-focused educational experiences for students
• Provide guidance and support to clubs and organizations on campus engaged in sustainability-focused activities
• Develop, implement, plan, and assess programs and services for the campus community
• Develop strategies to foster campus and community involvement for faculty, staff, and students
• Manage and coordinate all event contracts and budget allocation
• Responsible for managing, developing, and disseminating internal and external communications about activities
• Assess educational programs to evaluate student learning, changes in behavior, and identify gaps in educational needs
• Provide support for service opportunities and partnerships that are collaborations with campus departments and units
• Collaborate with marketing team to create and develop the promotion and advertising of events on campus
• Coordinate event planning to ensure room reservations, setup details, and campus policy regarding vendors is complete
• Supervise student employees, including hiring, development, and performance management
• Complete duties as assigned as part of Sustain Penn State

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children

What This Job Offers

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