Student Experience Coordinator (In Person)

Point Loma Nazarene University•San Diego, CA

10d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team dedicated to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment that fosters a sense of belonging and thriving for PLNU students. The Student Experience Coordinator plays a key role in organizing signature events like Welcome Week and Spring New Student Orientation, as well as supporting other cohort based programs that foster belonging and engagement across campus. This position combines event coordination, administrative excellence, and a passion for building community. Provide dependable and professional in-person support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 2–4 years of event planning and/or higher education experience required
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with great attention to detail
Accuracy and attention to detail, strong organization skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong writing and editing skills are required, including an ability to compose correspondence using correct English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, format and accurate proofreading
Proficiency with Google Office Suite and database management required
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups including students, staff, and faculty
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend events
Ability to communicate and exercise important human relation skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the Point Loma community and the general public
Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant
The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience with event management, Workday platform, and Salesforce softwares preferred
Some graphic design experience and/or knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in the coordination of logistics and administrative responsibilities for key campus events, including Welcome Week and Spring New Student Orientation.
Support in administration and logistics for other student experience programs such as Sophomore September, and Intercultural Pathways, and other cohort-based programs/events
Communicate across multiple platforms to ensure accurate event promotion and information sharing for staff, faculty, and students.
Manage event timelines, facility requests, vendor coordination, and materials preparation.
Track expenses, reconcile budgets, and maintain records for student experience programs.
Provide administrative support through database management, scheduling, and reporting.
Serve as a welcoming point of contact for students, faculty, and staff throughout the year for the Student Experience office.
Assist in supporting student leaders, student interns, and other staff for event operations.
Collect feedback from participants to enhance future events and experiences.
Support daily operations and collaborative projects within the Office of Student Experience and larger Department of Student Life & Formation.