Job Title: Program Coordinator (Entrepreneurship Blackstone LaunchPad)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 52583
Department

The revolutionary and highly experiential Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship has been dedicated to teaching those who wish to embark on an entrepreneurial journey since Fall 2017. Whether you dream of starting a tech company, social enterprise, nutrition business or apparel boutique, the College will inspire and prepare you by providing a rich curriculum and an environment that promotes entrepreneurial thinking, hands-on learning and real-life experience through business mentoring, networking and internships.

The Blackstone Charitable Foundation, created in 2007, plays an integral role in The Blackstone Group Inc.’s effort to support the communities in which it works and lives. The Foundation’s mission is to invest Blackstone’s philanthropic and human capital in targeted regions to expand opportunity and support economic development. As part of this mission, Blackstone is providing a grant to create a Blackstone LaunchPad (BLP) program at the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship (JMC) at Florida State University and add it to its network of 46 schools across the United States and Ireland.

BLP is accessible to over 1,000,000 college students per year and is designed to complement existing on-campus entrepreneurship resources, catalyze student ventures through off-campus connections, and convene students and staff at world-class events leveraging Blackstone’s industry-leading mentors, networks, and brands.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the program coordination of the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship Blackstone Launchpad Program. This includes strategy planning with Student Engagement team, developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and success. This position meets with all BLP students on a regular basis and tracks their progress. Through BLP, this position helps recruit members for JMC RSOs and then develop programming for the RSOs, as well.

Assists with marketing, social media, press releases, and email blasts. Coordinates events and competitions, to include meeting with vendors, using the FSU Contracts Module, processing invoices, etc. Assists the Student Engagement Manager with travel, disbursements, scheduling, and other administrative duties, and implements and manages the mentoring software platform.

Maintains relationships with FSU Sponsored Research, FSU Research Foundation, and JMC Administrative team. Responsible for working within the RAMP system, implementing metric tracking systems and schedules for reporting, coordinating data collection for annual reports for grants, donors, Princeton Review, etc. This position will also work with JMC Student Engagement and JMC Development team to help strategize the procurement of further grants and donations for the success of the Blackstone program.

Note: This is not a remote position.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

The applicant must poses the following competency/skills: Computer Application Knowledge, Customer Service, Mentoring, Laws Rules and Regulations, University Policy, Effective Communication, Marketing Development, Information Compilation, Prioritize and Multi-task, Working Relationships, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Helpful

We are looking to onboard an applicant to promote and elevate inclusivity across campus through the Blackstone program. The applicant will have broad experience with the underserved - individuals with different interests, backgrounds, and perspectives. The applicant will garner interest across campus by promoting Blackstone’s welcoming academic environment, where likeminded students with unique perspectives, diverse backgrounds and life experiences are able to unite without judgment and cultivate a community of inclusivity.

Contact Info

Lisa Lopez 850-644-3779 or llopez5@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Pay Plan

This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.

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Soft Money Funded Position

This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University.

Schedule

If not otherwise specified, schedule is M-F, 8-5.

Criminal Background Check

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Open until filled

This position is being advertised as open until filled. Job posting will be reviewed on a weekly basis, at a minimum.

Tobacco Free Campus

Effective January 1, 2014, tobacco use, including simulated tobacco use, is prohibited on property, interior and exterior, owned or managed by Florida State University. This policy applies to all Florida State University students, employees, consultants, contractors, visitors, and external individuals.