Student Life Coordinator at KU Hillel

Hillel International • Lawrence, KS

10d • $46,000 - $49,000 • Onsite

About The Position

KU Hillel seeks a relationship-focused, student-facing Student Life Coordinator to build one-on-one relationships with students, plan and deliver campus events and programs, and encourage students to participate in Jewish life. KU Hillel serves more than 1,000 Jewish Jayhawks and works as a student-centric, data-informed team focused on student leadership, pre-professional training, and belonging. This role is suited to an early-career professional who enjoys meeting students, building authentic connections, and engaging students who may not initially identify with traditional Hillel spaces.

The coordinator welcomes students, represents KU Hillel on campus, and works with first-year students, students in Greek life, and students from multifaith families. The role includes mentoring student leaders and volunteers, facilitating Shabbat and holiday experiences and social programming, and supporting other campus activities such as Birthright Israel recruitment and cohort-based learning. The position is in person in Lawrence, Kansas; remote work is not available. The work follows the academic calendar and requires a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and Jewish holidays, with time off to recharge.

The position is intended for recent graduates or graduating seniors with 0–2 years of experience. A bachelor’s degree and a strong interest in Jewish life are required. Relevant internship and leadership experience is welcomed; experience in Jewish summer camps, youth groups, or experiential leadership is strongly preferred. The salary range is $46,000–$49,000. KU Hillel offers a comprehensive benefits package, professional development, mentoring and career coaching, and travel opportunities.

Requirements

• Recent college graduate or graduating senior; 0–2 years of experience. Relevant internship and leadership experience is encouraged.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated interest in student engagement, leadership development, and Jewish life.
• Passion for Jewishness, Judaism, the Jewish people, and Israel.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of projects and relationships.
• Confidence initiating, brainstorming, and running programs independently and collaboratively.
• Creative, proactive approach to problem-solving and willingness to try new ideas and learn from setbacks.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, occasional weekends, and Jewish holidays.
• Ability to work in person in Lawrence, Kansas; remote work is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Jewish summer camps, youth groups, or experiential leadership is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Google Suite, Canva, and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Welcome KU students and foster a sense of belonging among Jewish students on campus.
• Represent KU Hillel through visible campus opportunities so students can learn about the organization.
• Contribute to team planning, reflection, and assessment, and take on new responsibilities as the role develops.
• Work with first-year students, students in Greek life, and students from multifaith families.
• Supervise, mentor, and empower student leaders and volunteers to lead Jewish programming and outreach.
• Meet students in settings where they gather, including campus dining spaces, coffee shops, and Greek Row.
• Plan and facilitate regular Shabbat and holiday experiences, as well as social programming.
• Assist with campus activities, including Birthright Israel trip recruitment and cohort-based learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Monthly cell phone stipend.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending accounts.
• Generous vacation and sick time.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development to develop core skills and gain expertise from changemakers, engagers, and Jewish life experts.
• Mentoring and career coaching during and after the position.
• Domestic and international travel opportunities multiple times per year.

What This Job Offers

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