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Offer: Coordinator for Student Engagement:Lamar UniversityJob description:Coordinator for Student Engagement
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112984 Position Title: Coordinator for Student Engagement FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: Setzer Student Center Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: Leads development and implementation of many campus events for students; works on activities to enhance the growth and development of all students by providing social, cultural, and educational opportunities to engage all students in our community. Assists the Associate Director in the annual planning and implementation of campus-wide student programs such as tailgates, Homecoming, Spring Fest, and other signature events. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: Student Involvement and Programming Management » Supervise and provide leadership abilities for student involvement and programming that includes Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programs. » Hire, train, develop, and supervise 6-8 student directors of the CAB in student activities and campus programming. » Develop and coordinate programs that support the commuter student practice. Event Planning and Collaboration » Work collaboratively with New Student & leadership abilities Programs, Housing & Residence Life, and Recreational Sports on Welcome Week and Welcome Back week. » Work collaboratively with Recreational Sports in events held in that facility and in co-programming activities. » Assist Associate Director in coordinating, planning, and operating signature campus-wide student events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, involvement fairs, etc. Budget Management » Manage the preparation and execution of the programming budgets and maintenance of financial records for assigned accounts. Publications and Marketing » Coordinate, prepare, and disseminate publications and marketing materials related to student activities to students, staff, and faculty. External and Internal Relations » Act as the main contact with entertainers and agencies, in terms of negotiation and commitments working collaboratively with the University Contract Administrator and Associate Director, in the execution of the contractual agreements. » Must work collaboratively with on and off campus agencies, and other departments to achieve objectives. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. Key Competencies: » Working practice with Microsoft Office » Great communication skills » The capability to work autonomously » Database Management » Time Management Physical Requirements: » Able to lift 25 pounds and perform various physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings. Job Conditions: » Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with broad public contact and frequent interruptions. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) from an accredited institution. Degree should be in student personnel, counseling, business, higher education, or related field. » 1-year of higher education practice related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations. » 1-year of higher education practice supervising multiple student-workers simultaneously. » Excellent communication skills, writing skills, organizational skills, and the capability to motivate and manage student employees. » Mature and emotionally intelligent in professional settings, consulting with student organizations, and maintaining professional student relationships. » Possess an knowledge of the value of student activities and of the motivation of students who participate in these activities. » The capability to sustain communication with various groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, and maintain a strong philosophical base for student activities. » Must possess demonstrated practice in event and budget planning. capability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed. » capability to travel on behalf of the University will be preferred. » Knowledge and practice using integrated software systems including but not limited to: CampusGroups (or similar student organization management software), Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, and Adobe Suite EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Valid Texas driver's license, with no moving traffic violations. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: $37,330-$48,529 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 09/26/2024 Close Date: 12/19/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree? » No » Yes » * Do you have 1-year of higher education practice related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations? » Yes » No » * Do you have 1-year of higher education practice supervising multiple student-workers simultaneously? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Unofficial Transcript 1 » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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