Job Description
Student Engagement Coordinator
Campus Activities Office
Description Gustavus Adolphus College is hiring two Student Engagement Coordinators. One Student Engagement Coordinators primary responsibility will be advising Greek Life. The second Student Engagement Coordinators primary responsibility will be advising the Campus Activities Board. These roles will contribute directly to the office's mission to promote student learning and development through opportunities that contribute to student engagement and build community through service, involvement, events, and leadership.
Employment Type: Full-time (.88 FTE), Benefits-Eligible, Exempt (Salaried)
Salary Range: $40,000-$45,000/year
Anticipated start date: July 2025
The Search Committee will review all applications for both Student Engagement Coordinator opportunities. Please see below for more details.
Student Engagement Coordinator (Role 1) JOB SUMMARY: This position directly oversees the Campus Activities Board and the implementation of campus wide events. This position serves on the Campus Activities Office team and provides opportunities for students to engage in programs, events, and leadership roles.
*Please note that there are two position openings and that based on skills and experience, additional areas of responsibility will be assigned and included in a final position description. The areas to be assigned are: oversight of recreational programming and experiential learning opportunities, management and advising of all recognized student organizations, supervision of the 'Gus the Mascot' program, and coordination and implementation of Family Weekend.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: - Advise the Campus Activities Board and provide direction, leadership, oversight, and program development.
- Provide oversight and management of the annual student fee Campus Activities Board allocation.
- Organize Homecoming with the Campus Activities Board and collaborate with other campus constituents.
- Develop and implement robust marketing of program offerings.
- Oversee risk management policies and procedures related to campus activities.
- Advise student leaders in identifying and addressing areas of risk and liability.
- Assess student events and identify new efforts based on annual learning outcomes and student feedback.
- Conduct and utilize regular assessments of services to measure usage, effectiveness, satisfaction, and student learning outcomes for continuous improvement
- Benchmark current practices and remain current with industry trends via professional development opportunities.
- Foster an inclusive environment that is welcoming of all members of the campus community through programs, events, and outreach.
- Share responsibilities for campus-wide committee involvement and weekend/evening programming support.
- All other duties as assigned.
Student Engagement Coordinator (Role 2) JOB SUMMARY: This position directly oversees Greek Life and advises the Inter-Greek Council governing board and 7 Greek chapters. This position serves on the Campus Activities Office team and provides opportunities for students to engage in programs, events, and leadership roles.
*Please note that there are two position openings and that based on skills and experience, additional areas of responsibility will be assigned and included in a final position description. The areas to be assigned are: oversight of recreational programming and experiential learning opportunities, management and advising of all recognized student organizations, supervision of the 'Gus the Mascot' program, and coordination and implementation of Family Weekend.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: - Advise the Inter-Greek Council, Panhellenic Council, Inter-Greek Senate and all aspects of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
- Serve as the primary advisor to seven local and national fraternity and sorority chapters.
- Guide recruitment efforts, new member education, risk management, and chapter operations.
- Develop and implement robust marketing of program offerings.
- Oversee risk management policies and procedures within Greek Life.
- Advise student leaders in identifying and addressing areas of risk and liability.
- Assess Fraternity and Sorority life and identify new efforts based on annual learning outcomes and student feedback.
- Conduct and utilize regular assessment of services to measure usage, effectiveness, satisfaction, and student learning outcomes/development for continuous improvement.
- Benchmark current practices and remain current with industry trends via professional development opportunities.
- Share responsibilities for campus-wide committee involvement and weekend/evening programming support.
- Foster an inclusive environment that is welcoming of all members of the campus community through programs, events, and outreach.
- Share responsibilities for campus-wide committee involvement and weekend/evening programming support.
- All other duties as assigned.
Prerequisites MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to provide advising and leadership support to students
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Possess self-initiative and the ability to work independently and with a team
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other campus stakeholders
- Required to work evenings/weekends, as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Master's degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education or relevant field
- Experience advising Programming Boards
- A mature understanding of issues and trends in higher education
- Demonstrated familiarity with liberal arts education within a residential setting
- Demonstrated success in working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences
How to apply: Visit and complete the online application and submit a resume.
Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:
- Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
- Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
- Onsite health services
- Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
- Paid parental leave
- Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
- Tuition scholarships for dependents
- Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
- 13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.
Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 2,000 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.
Contact Megan Ruble | mruble@gustavus.edu | 507-933-7526
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2025
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About Gustavus Adolphus College
Gustavus Adolphus College seeks employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate cultural and intellectual richness and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. The Gustavus Acts strategic plan renews our commitment to equip students to lead purposeful lives, and to act on the great challenges of our time by diversifying and expanding the Gustavus community and delivering a distinctive and integrated liberal arts education. We are committed to fostering a community that embodies the value of a liberal arts education rooted in heritage and pluralism. We engage in this work at a coeducational, private, Lutheran (ELCA), residential, national liberal arts college of 2200 students.
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