Job Title:

Coordinator, Student Organization Support

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

 $41,731 - $45,000 

Basic Function:

Provide students, faculty, and staff with training and professional development in leadership acumen, development of skills, and engagement with univeristy policies to develop a robust community of student organizations at Kent State University. Participate in university events on behalf of the Division of Student Life. Reports to Assistant Director, Student Organization Support or designated supervisor.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Serve as liaison between student organizations and campus administrators; assist in resolving conflicts.

Advise and provide direct developmental assistance to student organizations in programmatic functions; attend official meetings, provide programming advice, and facilitate events sponsored by assigned organizations; ensure compliance with operational procedures, policies, and regulations concerning programming activities.

Ensure compliance of student organizations' operations as they relate to university policies and procedures.

Facilitate program implementation by student organizations through providing expert guidance on best practices, navigating campus procedures, and efficiently processing work.

Support the management and administration of the annual student organization registration process, oversee the verification of membership rosters, and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Plan and execute student organization recruitment events and fairs.

Supervise student employees, including scheduling, training, time approval, and managing day-to-day activities.

Serve as an advocate for the university community by improving and building upon the areas of needed support.

Participate in student focused events on behalf of the Division of Student Life, including admissions recruiting events.

Make presentations to groups of students, sharing important engagement related information to support students' academic and social success.

Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Student Organization Support Center.

Serve on various department, division, and University committees as requested or assigned; may serve as department representative at various University functions.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 Not applicable. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Two years of experience in a student services area or related field.

License/Certification:

None.

Knowledge Of:

Training methods *

Student organization structures and best practices

Presentation and training software applications

Skill In:

Written and interpersonal communication, including public speaking *

Critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem solving *

Presentations and documentation *

Maintaining cooperative working relationships

Supervising others

Ability To:

Teach and train others *

Prepare instructional and training aids *

Manage time effectively, balancing evolving priorities

Establish focused, measurable goals for self

Work effectively with little to no oversight

Meet targeted deadlines *

Proactively initiate problem resolution and communicate status *

Provide leadership and direction *

Work nontraditional hours as needed, including evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Experience in public speaking and presentations to groups of various sizes.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None. 

Working Schedule:

 Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor. 

Additional Information:

 

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. 

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.