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Division/Department
Student Activities/Student Engagement
Reports to
Director of Student Activities
Position Type
Full-time
Job Summary
The Student Activities Coordinator assists the Director of Student Activities and the Assistant Director of Student Engagement in coordinating, and executing programs and events that promote student engagement, leadership development, and campus involvement. The Coordinator works closely with student organizations, campus departments, and community partners to create a vibrant campus environment that supports student success and enhances the overall student experience.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Student Activities and Assistant Director of Student Engagement with planning and implementing a comprehensive calendar of student programs, activities, and special events.
- Coordinate educational, cultural, religious, social, recreational, and leadership programming for students.
- Assist in advising the Student Government Association (SGA) and recognized student organizations.
- Help student organizations with event planning, scheduling, and compliance with University policies and procedures.
- Coordinate event logistics, including facility reservations, vendor arrangements, equipment setup, and event staffing.
- Assist with planning and executing major University events, including Welcome Week, Homecoming, Dawn Dance, student appreciation programs, cultural celebrations, and other campus traditions.
- Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising student workers and volunteers assigned to Student Activities.
- Maintain records related to student organizations, event attendance, and program assessments.
- Ensure student events comply with University policies, safety procedures, and risk management guidelines.
- Assist with leadership development workshops and training opportunities for student leaders.
- Provide administrative support to the Office of Student Activities as needed.
- Attend evening and weekend programs and events as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Activities and the Assistant Director of Student Engagement.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Experience working in higher education, preferably at an HBCU.
- Experience advising student organizations or coordinating campus events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
- One to three years of experience in student activities, event planning, student affairs, or a related field.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Higher Education, or a related field.
Wilberforce University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The University does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas for this position.
Wilberforce University
Founded in 1856, Wilberforce University is America's first private, coeducational University established to educated men and women of African descent; and is closely affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Today, Wilberforce is a well-respected private, residential liberal arts university with a clear mission, core values and vision for the future and is a noted pioneer in the Co-Operative Education Movement.
Wilberforce awards the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in the areas of business, engineering and computing science, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences; as well as the Master of Rehabilitation Counseling degree. The University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, a community readily accessible to the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus metropolitan centers' social, professional and cultural amenities and airports.
Wilberforce University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
How to Apply:
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