Position Specific Summary:
The Coordinator of Student Leadership Development provides leadership in the development, coordination, and execution of programs and initiatives provided to the student organization community including, but not limited to, studentorganization, officer and advisor trainings, engagement programming, event support, and community development; meets directly with individual students, advisors, and groups to facilitate leadership development and organizational success.
Specific Duties & Tasks
Design, implement, and assess orientation programs, annual trainings, and educational workshops for undergraduate and graduate/professional student organization leaders.
Serve as a primary resource for student organizations by providing guidance on event planning, risk management, budgeting, travel, leadership development, and organizational operations.
Oversee new organization registrations, annual re-recognition processes, and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.
Provide functional oversight, training, user support, and process improvements related to student organization management systems and event submission platforms.
Coordinate and lead university leadership programs, including ISLE, Leadership Launch, Leadership and Development Seminars (LADs), and Student Organization Development Day.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student organization programs, leadership initiatives, trainings, and events to improve effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
Communicate policy updates, provide educational resources, assist with policy development, and support organizations navigating accountability or financial compliance concerns.
Collaborate with campus departments, student leaders, Orientation programs, USG representatives, and other stakeholders to support student involvement and leadership development.
Develop outreach and marketing strategies that encourage student participation, support first-year student engagement, and foster a welcoming and respectful campus environment.
Supervise student employees and support staff, manage operational processes and technology requests, and ensure efficient delivery of student leadership and organization services.
For a detailed job description, please email Michelle Sehmann at michelle-sehmann@uiowa.edu.
About the Division of Student Life:
The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreational Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the position or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Working experience (typically 6 months or more) working in higher education in advising, developing, coordinating, and evaluating student organization programming.
Demonstrated initiative and adaptability, as well as the ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to the success of an innovative team.
Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining a welcoming and respectful environment.
Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
Valid U.S. driver's license and compliance with UI Fleet Safety requirements.
Desired Skills:
A Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Working experience (typically 6 months or more) in utilizing student organization
management software, particularly Campus Labs or similar software, as well as social media.
Working experience (typically 6 months or more) in campus programming with emphasis in administration and leadership education.
Working experience (typically 6 months or more) in assessing and evaluating programs, and in conducting quantitative and qualitative research.
Knowledge of and commitment to University policies, procedures and regulations
Application Details
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States. For questions or additional information, please contact Michelle Sehmann at michelle-sehmann@uiowa.edu
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution
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| Location | Iowa City, IA |
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