The Programming and Student Organization Coordinator will provide the energy and vision for an exciting student centered student activities program at Coe. This position will work with a Residence Life Area Coordinator to be the primary advisor to the Student Activities Committee (SAC) which has a budget of over $100,000 each year. The person in this position will also plan and implement in collaboration with student leaders several larger, student-focused events including LoCoe, InvolvementFest, Pres. Ball  as well as others based on student interest.

This position is a live-on position. It works closely with other Student Life team members to enhance student engagement in all aspects of student life. 

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and implement campus-wide programming in partnership with other departments on campus that helps cultivate an energized and engaged student body.
• Build a calendar of events that supports student engagement across campus.
• Plan and implement InvolvementFest,  LoCoe local music and food festival as well as other student interest driven events.
• Provide oversight and general guidance for all student organizations, including developing leadership skills and budget oversight.
• Work with the Dean of Student Experience to ensure all recognized student organizations understand and follow Student Handbook, attending Student Senate and Living Environments Committee meetings as needed.
• Advise Student Activities Committee (programming board), Homecoming Committee,  and oversee implementation of student events.
• Oversee contracting of entertainment on campus including alcohol-free Late Night Programming.
• Coordinate leadership training for Student Activities Committee Leadership.
• Assist in oversight of all student organizations and implement trainings.
• Serve as a member of the New Student Orientation Team.
• Serve as a hearing officer through the conduct system.
• Serve on the crisis response team, including sharing on-call duty responsibilities with other Dean of Students team members.
• Complete other tasks as requested by the Dean of Students.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Programming or event support experience  required.
• Academic or work experience at a residential, Liberal Arts college preferred.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Position Specific:

• Proficiency in written and oral communication
• Strong leadership/organizational skills
• Skilled in event planning and management, including large and small-scale events
• Ability to provide appropriate support for students in different and difficult situations
• Ability to implement detailed projects/programs autonomously

Coe Competencies:

• Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.
• Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service.
• Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making.
• Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Required to live on campus
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 40 lbs occasionally
• Frequent late or weekend hours are expected and/or required
• Driving Coe vehicles as required