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Coordinator

Employer
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Location
Greensboro, NC

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Position Number:

999114

Functional Title:

Coordinator

Position Type:

Staff

Position Eclass:

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information:

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

New Student Transitions & First Year Experience (NST&FYE) is committed to providing a comprehensive and collaborative approach to ensure the success and retention of our new students.

NST & FYE offers a range of programs and resources for new students delivered through orientation programs, transition courses, shared learning experiences, peer support, and student leadership. Drawing from extensive knowledge about the first year experience, NST & FYE educates the campus community about the unique and evolving needs of our new students and their families in order for all of us to provide optimum support inside and outside the classroom.

NST & FYE ultimately supports new students and their families’ transition to college by encouraging exploration and connections to UNCG’s many people, programs, and resources which provide a solid foundation for academic and personal success, while cultivating a sense of Spartan pride and affinity for UNC Greensboro.

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Assistant Director for New Student Transitions and First Year Experience. The Coordinator has the following duties and responsibilities, but not limited to:
Oversight for the recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of the Spartan Orientation Staff; and SOAR and RWW programming.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree from a four-year university or college in the area of higher education administration, college student personnel, student development, or a related field or Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university or college with two years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to develop and implement presentations and workshops to diverse audiences.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of a team.
  • Basic knowledge of technologies, including word processing, excel, e-mail, PowerPoint, and social media.
  • Be available and willing to work irregular office hours during certain times of the year.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in developing and implementing programs in support of student transition, success, and retention.
  • Experience developing and supporting diverse student leaders and the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate training for student staff.
  • Experience supervising and/or advising undergraduate or graduate students.
  • Experience in large-scale programming planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Experience with digital and print communications as well as social media strategies.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Best consideration is given to those who apply within 2 weeks of the post date.

Applicants are asked to provide the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of at least three (3) contacts to provide Letters of Recommendation, in the References section of the electronic application. These contacts will be solicited by the SpartanTalent system via email and asked to provide a confidential Letter of Recommendation on behalf of the applicant. This will occur as soon as the applicants submits the application for consideration.

Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References

Applicants are required to upload a list of references of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

  • Name
  • Company Name
  • Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
  • Email Address
  • Contact Phone Number

Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.

Recruitment Range:

$40,000

Org #-Department:

New Student Transition and FYE - 44601

Job Open Date:

03/31/2021

For Best Consideration Date:

04/14/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

12

FLSA:

Exempt

Percentage Of Time:

60%

Key Responsibility:

Recruitment, Selection, Training, and Supervision of SOS.

Essential Tasks:

  • Oversight for the recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of the Spartan Orientation Staff.
  • Coordinate all aspects of the staff attendance at the Southern Regional Orientation Workshop (SROW).
  • Select, train, develop, supervise, and evaluate the Spartan Orientation Lead Staff (SOLs).
  • Plan and execute the annual SOS reunion at Homecoming and SOS Banquet.

Percentage Of Time:

25%

Key Responsibility:

SOAR and RWW Programming.

Essential Tasks:

  • Help plan and implement various aspects of SOAR logistics (new student orientation) including, but not limited to, attendee check-in, SOS facilitated programming, Spartan EXPO, SOAR volunteer program, materials inventory, and Visual Zen reservation system.
  • Coordinate the Rawkin’ Welcome Week collaborative university-wide committee, ensuring effective programming for all new students, giving special thought to student populations who could most benefit from tailored programming as well as the marketing of events/programs.
  • Collaborate with the Co-Curricular Initiatives Administrator to ensure all Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks programs are marketed and tracked through SpartanConnect.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Key Responsibility:

Supervision and Other Support.

Essential Tasks:

  • Supervise one Graduate Assistant, one Summer Graduate Intern, and 30 Student Leaders.
  • Support NST & FYE to work collaboratively with colleagues within the department and across campus to support various initiatives for first-year students, including, but not limited to, leading a sub-committee for NAV1GATE: New Student Convocation.
  • Provide support to the Associate Director for New Student Transitions & First Year Experience and other office functions.
  • Other duties as assigned to ensure the fulfillment of the New Student Transitions & First Year Experience mission.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

Key Responsibility:

Budget and Sponsorship.

Essential Tasks:

  • Assist with the solicitation of sponsors in support of student leader training and programming activities.
  • Manage associated budget funds, including requests, reporting, and tracking budget expenditures.

Physical Effort:

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - O, Hand Movement-Grasping - R, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - C, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O

Work Environment:

Inside - F, Overtime - O

Organization

UNCG at a Glance

Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make. 

With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.

UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.

The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.

As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.

Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.

UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences

The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.

Achievements & Accolades

UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/

Challenging Academic Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.

UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.

The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.

Supportive Environment

UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.

UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.

The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation’s universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.

Engaged Community

For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the “Tree Campus USA” designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation. 

UNCG’s innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine’s Models of Efficiency.

For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly’s list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.

Careers at UNCG

UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.

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Telephone
336-334-5009
Location
723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
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