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Program Coordinator for Campus Activities & Programs

Employer
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Location
Greensboro, NC

Job Details

Position Number:

013247

Functional Title:

Program Coordinator for Campus Activities & Programs

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:

The Office of Campus Activities and Programs is a department within the Division of Student Affairs at UNC Greensboro (UNCG). The mission of the Office of Campus Activities & Programs (CAP) is to provide opportunities for students to create meaningful relationships, explore interests, and develop a sense of self and an appreciation for their community. We support opportunities for transformative learning through involvement. We encourage participation and engagement in student groups; planning, executing, and experiencing campus events and programs; and fostering leadership in the community are cornerstones of involvement. Specific departmental responsibilities include the coordination of student group affiliation, student group leadership and training development, campus-wide programming, and administrative advising of select student groups including Activities and Campus Events (ACE), Fraternity and Sorority Life, the Student Government Association (SGA), and the Student Media Board. Additional responsibilities include planning major campus traditions such as Rawkin Welcome Weeks, Minerva’s Middays, Homecoming, Fraternal Leadership Institute, Winterfest, the Spartans of Excellence banquet, SOAR presentations for new students, and other traditional programs.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Associate Director for Student Groups and Programming, the Program Coordinator for Campus Activities & Programs (CAP) is responsible for programming based on a regularly scheduled assessment of student needs. The Program Coordinator’s responsibilities are carried out through the teaching, training, and empowerment of students and they may be required to work frequent evening, late-night, and weekend hours during the academic year and engage in planning and assessment during the remaining weeks of the year.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master’s in Student Personnel, Student Development, Educational Administration, or a closely related field OR a Bachelor’s degree and three years directly related experience working with student activities and campus programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Student Personnel, Student Development, Educational Administration, or a closely related field and one-year full-time experience working with student activities, student groups, and campus programming. Graduate assistantship experience will be considered. Experience and comfort in working in a multicultural environment and a commitment to the value of student activities as an experiential learning process.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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:

$39,781 - $40,500

Org #-Department:

Campus Activities and Programs - 44807

Job Open Date:

06/24/2021

For Best Consideration Date:

07/14/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

12

FLSA:

Exempt

Percentage Of Time:

45%

Key Responsibility:

Programming

Essential Tasks:

Responsible for directly advising the UNCG student programming board, Activities and Campus Events (ACE), while modeling program planning skills to student leaders within the organization and providing guidance for a well-balanced and varied co-­curricular program for the entire campus. This includes creating, planning, promoting, and sponsoring programs such as major concerts, parties, festivals, carnivals, movies, and more and negotiating contracts with agents, vendors, and performers. The Program Coordinator also supports the implementation of CAP programs through Rawkin’ Welcome Weeks, Homecoming, Winterfest, and other traditional programs.

Percentage Of Time:

20%

Key Responsibility:

Supervision

Essential Tasks:

Supervises two master’s level graduate assistants who support in the advising and training of the ACE programming board and are responsible for the planning and implementation of ACE and CAP traditional programs.

Percentage Of Time:

15%

Key Responsibility:

Social Media/Marketing

Essential Tasks:

Collaborates with the CAP staff and ACE students to promote CAP initiatives and programs, including drafting social media and website content, building registration pages, and ensuring materials are consistent with University and CAP brand standards.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Key Responsibility:

Assessment

Essential Tasks:

Designs, administers, and responds to research surveys and evaluations to analyze campus constituents’ needs and interests.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Key Responsibility:

Professional Development

Essential Tasks:

Serves on departmental, divisional, and institutional committees as needed and as requested including standing committees or ad hoc committees, such as search committees. Maintains thorough knowledge of State and University policies as they relate to student activities, purchasing, contract negotiations, and building operations. Contributes to the body of knowledge in the student activities and college union field through presentations at regional and national conferences with organizations such as the National Association of Campus Activities (NACA) and the Association of College ­International (ACU­I), and through publications in journals such as Campus Activities Programming.

Physical Effort:

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - O, Hand Movement-Grasping - O, Holding - O, Finger Dexterity - F, Vision-Skilled Trades - O, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - O, Sitting - F, Walking - O, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R

Work Environment:

Inside - F, Outside - 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.

Company info
Website
Telephone
336-334-5009
Location
723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
US

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