Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - Edmond, OK

Position Type: Staff

Salary Range: $20.30 - $20.30 Hourly

Position Classification

Regular, full-time, hourly, non-exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

Position Overview

The coordinator is responsible for executing of major campus programs and events, advising culturally based student organizations, and training and development opportunities for student leaders. This position provides information and resources to student organizations regarding event management practices, safety, and compliance with University policies. The coordinator manages student activity funded budgets and requires the ability to exercise judgement and make decisions of significance while utilizing discretion. It is imperative this position actively engages in program development reflective of the Student Engagement Values and advises student leaders through the Central Six tenets of Transformative Learning. The coordinator reports to the Director of Student Engagement. This position has been identified by Federal Law as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities.

Job Duties

• Develops, implements, manages, and evaluates a myriad of cultural, social, educational, and leadership programming.


• Advisement of cultural student organizations, major campus events and cultural heritage months.


• Advise and plan major campus events aligning with the Office of Student Engagement's mission and values.


• Manages multiple student activity funded budgets - including preparing budget requests, reviewing expenditures, ensuring purchasing compliance, and execution of vendor contracts and payments.


• Collaborate with various stakeholders to support the programs and initiatives of the Office of Student Engagement and the Division of Enrollment and Student Success.


• Maintain and update marketing pieces, social media accounts, and website pages.


• Supports the programs and initiatives of the Office of Student Engagement and the Division of Enrollment and Student Success.


• Will work some evenings and weekend activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

College/Department Overview: The Office of Student Engagement fosters a culture of student success by providing engaging programs and experiences which empower our students to create meaningful connections within the Central Community.

Student Engagement Values:

• Commitment to Central - We embody Broncho Spirit in all that we do. "Honor Bronze & Blue" is more than a tagline... It's a way of life.


• Festive & Memorable - We create unique experiences that inspire others to get involved and create their own lifelong memories.


• Mattering & Belonging - We seek to provide an inclusive environment where students' voices are heard. At Central, you matter in all spaces.


• Continuous Growth & Development - We develop, challenge, and support students through experiences that provide leadership development and transferable skills.


• Collaboration & Partnership - We intentionally cultivate valuable partnerships to maximize resources and enhance the student experience.
  

Qualifications/Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in job related field or 4+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

Master's degree in college student personnel or higher education in student affairs related fields. Experience working effectively with cross-functional teams, task forces, or committees. Understanding of contemporary issues in higher education, particularly those related to social, cultural, educational and leadership programming. Knowledge of CAS Professional Standards for Higher Education.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Superior planning, implementation, and evaluation skills. Leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to collaborate by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, and students in different areas and at different levels of the University. Excellent human relations skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle sensitive matters with care, judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.