Assistant Coordinator - Student Government

Assistant Coordinator - Student Government

Salary

$17.29 - $20.34 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Part-Time Staff

Job Number

FY2706664

Division

VP Student Affairs

Department

Student Leadership/Involvement

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
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• Questions

Position Announcement

At Utah Valley University, youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the student experience by supporting student government programs, leadership development, and campus engagement initiatives. In this role, youll work closely with student leaders as they plan and execute election campaigns, educational initiatives, meetings, and events that help shape campus life. This position offers hands-on experience in leadership development, event coordination, program management, and mentorship, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in higher education, student affairs, public service, or organizational leadership.

Working 10 to 15 hours per week, youll gain valuable professional experience while helping students develop leadership skills and navigate the responsibilities of elected office. Youll contribute to projects that enhance student government operations, support the student body election process, and collaborate with campus partners to create engaging opportunities for student involvement. If you enjoy mentoring others, coordinating projects, and fostering student success, this role provides a rewarding opportunity to influence the campus community while building transferable skills for future career growth.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Oversees operations and event facilitation, including the development, coordination, and implementation of programming, training, etc., related to the student body officer elections.
• Executes various projects related to improving the experience within student government.
• Advises and mentors student leaders (in consultation with the Director - Student Governance and Affinity) by overseeing the student planning and execution of activities, group meetings, partnerships, and information/education campaigns.
• Participates in the development of the election packet (ie: rules, resources, etc.).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned, necessary to the success of the Department of Student Leadership and Involvement, including assistance in executing departmental projects/events.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

A bachelors degree from an accredited institution; OR any combination of education and/or experience totaling four years.

For Example:

• A bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
• OR an associates degree (approximately two years of college) and two years of related work experience.
• OR one year of college coursework (approximately 30 semester credit hours) and three years of related work experience.
• Or two years of college coursework (approximately 60 semester credit hours) and two years of related work experience.
• OR three years of college coursework (approximately 90 semester credit hours) and one year of related work experience.
• OR four years of progressively responsible experience related to the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience within higher education, specifically student life and/or student leadership.
• Knowledge of student government and student body officer elections.
• One or more years of experience in managing/instructing small groups.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of and commitment to student involvement.
• Knowledge of methods and practices of effective leadership principles and techniques, including mentoring, supervision, and management.
• Knowledge of planning, developing, and coordinating student programs.

Skills

• Demonstrated skill set centered on group dynamics, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Project and program management skills including conception, development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Basic technological skills including but not limited to word processing, email communications, spreadsheets, etc.
• Basic skills in public speaking and presentation to small and large groups.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop, and sustain relationships with others such as campus departments, students, staff, faculty, administrators, and community members and contribute to a collaborative environment as a team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures and apply them in the appropriate settings.
• Ability to effectively facilitate one-on-one and group meetings, including the navigation of sensitive subject content such as race, gender, ideologies, etc., and the introduction of new ideas.
• Ability to adjust to a variable work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as outlined? A bachelors degree from an accredited institution; OR any combination of education and/or experience totaling four years. FOR EXAMPLE: • A bachelors degree from an accredited institution. • OR an associates degree (approximately two years of college) and two years of related work experience. • OR one year of college coursework (approximately 30 semester credit hours) and three years of related work experience. • Or two years of college coursework (approximately 60 semester credit hours) and two years of related work experience. • OR three years of college coursework (approximately 90 semester credit hours) and one year of related work experience. • OR four years of progressively responsible experience related to the duties of the position.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you available to work 10 to 15 hours per week as required for this position?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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• 8+

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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Do you have work, volunteer, or leadership experience in higher education, student life, student organizations, or student leadership programs?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have knowledge of student government, student leadership organizations, or student body officer election processes?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least one year of experience leading, mentoring, training, facilitating, or instructing small groups?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu