Program Coordinator, Student Engagement and Leadership Development

Position Status & Special Application Instructions

Position Status & Special Application Instructions

Posting Number

NC00625

Benefits Eligible?

Section

Student Success

Number of Positions Available

Anticipated Start Date or Semester

Posting Date

05 / 22 / 2024

Position Status

Continuing Position

Union Status

End of Temporary or Limited Position

Priority given to applicants who apply by

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions / Information for Applicants

Posting Details

Classification Information

Salary Grade / Rank

Proposed Starting Salary Range

52,091-55,000

Benefits

Full-time employee benefits include :

• Comprehensive Health Benefits and Rewards for Wellness Incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Family / Parental Leave
• Tuition Waivers at RIC, CCRI & URI
• Retirement Plan
• Long-term Disability Coverage
• Variety of voluntary add-on’s

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FLSA

Exempt

Branch of Service

Non Classified

AA / ADA Statement

As an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Position Information

Position Title

Program Coordinator, Student Engagement and Leadership Development

Career Ladder Eligible?

Career Ladder Path

N / A

Department Name

Student Life

Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area

Full-time, 35 hours / week (evening and weekend hours required)

Academic or Calendar Year

Calendar

Number of Employees Supervised

Position Overview

Student access, excellence and success are at the core of the Division of Student Success. Every aspect of our work is intended to enable our diverse student populations to achieve at the highest levels.

Maintaining a division-wide commitment for our diverse community to ensure academic achievement, personal growth and well-being is highly valued and essential to the success of students.

Primary Purpose

In support of the mission of Rhode Island College, the Programming Coordinator for Student Engagement and Leadership Development is responsible for all aspects of Campus Programming.

The Programming Coordinator is a vital member of campus life and contributes to the development of a vibrant co-curricular life with a particular focus on evening and weekend programming.

Essential Duties

Contribution to major campus events including Thank RIC it’s Friday series, Family Weekends, WinterFest, Spring Fling, Move In Weekend, Welcome Week Series, Welcome Back Series, RIC End, Late Night Breakfasts, Thanksgiving Community Dinner, Student Involvement Fairs, Student Leadership Awards.

o Lead and primary contact for Late Night Breakfasts, Thanksgiving Community Dinner, Winter Wonderland Community Dinner, RIC Community Block Party and Positively RIC! o Books all contracts for events, after convening with appropriate parties.

o Responsible for process and communication around set up and break down of events. Drafts run of show and walks team through it.

o Designs fliers and promotion for events, works with SA Marketing on this. o Maintains social media presence for events, as well as manages text platform.

o Submits purchasing requests for all events to Student Life admin assistant, after convening with appropriate parties.

Exercises judgment and discretion in providing mentorship and partnership to stipended organizations, including Student Community Government Executive Committee, RIC Programming Board, Residential Student Association, and Media Center organizations (Anchor Newspaper, Anchor TV, WXIN).

o Support organizations with program development and implementation. o Serve as point of contact for supporting to book space, process contracts, and work with service providers.

o Meet on a regular basis with organizations to provide guidance and problem solve upcoming events. o Manage volunteers and student employees to support set up and break down of events.

o Work with stipended orgs on major events that position is responsible for (Late Night Breakfasts, Thanksgiving Community Dinner, Wonderland Community Dinner, RIC Community Block Party and Positively RIC!)

• Serve as the advisor and mentor for the RIC Programming Board.
• Create and maintain new and existing traditions / competitions on campus for students to engage in fun ways and feel school pride, some examples include Where in the RIC is Gerald and RIC Cash Cab.
• Lead efforts around weekend and evening programming, planning and delivering engaging experiences, compiling programs from other offices and putting all offerings in a Weekend Warrior calendar.

Offer two RICTrips a semester, past trips have included Apple Picking, Salem Halloween, Newport, King Arthurs Fair, Musicals, etc.

• Lead Café series for Anchors First and beyond.
• Oversight of Student Activities Marketing team, including hiring, direction, mentorship, and budget. Work closely with team on marketing and promotion of all events / programs, how best to assist student organization marketing, and social media maintenance.

Ensure posters in Student Union and Bridge are up to date and relevant.

• Manage marketing and text platform for communicating to students, taking polls, and offering incentives.
• Organize and lead Alternative Spring Break and volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
• Coordinate atmosphere for Orientations, Accepted Students Day, and Grad Fest.
• Coordinate volunteers for large scale college wide initiatives.
• Lead civic engagement and public service programs such as voter registration drives, mutual aid campaigns, debate opportunities, service challenges, earth day celebrations, etc.
• Lead and design emerging leaders’ program for first- and second-year students that serves as pipeline into other leadership opportunities on campus.
• Workhours fall between Tuesday-Saturday and account for evening programming, hours can flex depending on event scheduling : o Tuesday -Thursday 10am 6pm o Friday -Saturday 1pm 9pm

The College requires that all applicants and employees be able to perform the above essential duties of the job and will explore reasonable accommodations for individuals with documented disabilities in accordance with ADA requirements.

Occasional Duties

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Associate Dean of Students / Dean of Students
• Participate in all-team meetings and retreats
• When applicable represent the college by presenting at conferences, participating in community functions, and seeking out publication opportunities

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge in issues related to the Student Affairs, Student Activities, and fraternity and sorority life profession.
• Excellent organization and planning skills to implement multiple, concurrent projects.
• Competence in utilizing various technology applications, electronic communication, word processing, and other related functions.
• Ability to work flexible evening and weekend hours.

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in student personnel / higher education administration or a related field.

Experience : 1-3 years of successful experience in a college or university setting such as might be gained in student activities, residence halls, or as a Student Affairs generalist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student personnel / higher education administration or a related field.
• Two years’ professional experience in a college or university setting in work involving college fraternity and sorority life, leadership programs, civic engagement, student unions, student activities or related field.
• Bilingual

Environmental Conditions

The employee is not exposed to known adverse conditions.