Chatham University

Chatham University

Interim Coordinator, Student Engagement and Leadership

Pittsburgh, PA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Project ManagementLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Chatham University welcomes applications for the position of Interim Coordinator, Student Engagement and Leadership in our Student Affairs Department.
  • Serve as a facilitator of cross-divisional leadership initiatives including student leader recruitment, selection, and training, the Student Leader Kickoff, and on-going Student Affairs student employee professional development.
  • Assist with consultation process for leadership facilitation/retreat services.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate student engagement and team-building retreats, and other leadership workshops/facilitations upon request. Assist with consultation process for leadership facilitation/retreat services.
  • Support for broad Student Engagement initiatives:
  • Student organization support and planning of night/weekend programming.
  • Support for the broader Division of Student Affairs:
  • Perform other duties and special projects as requested and assigned by Assistant Deans and Dean of Students.

Requirements

  • Experience in event planning and program oversight.
  • Experience working successfully with departments within student affairs and the campus at large to assist with activities, programs, and services for undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Ability to multitask, meet established deadlines, and demonstrate initiative and flexibility.
  • Comprehensive understanding, appreciation, and support of student life at a small, private institution and a commitment to improving the lives of students.
  • Sound judgment, tolerance for ambiguity in diverse situations, and commitment to the student affairs profession.
  • A demonstrated commitment to equity, antiracism, and the ability to foster inclusive communities.
  • Ability to embrace and support a culture of collegiality, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and demonstrated understanding of, and a strong commitment to, customer service and a student-centered experience.
  • Have acquired knowledge, experiences, and sound judgment in student development, program/project management, crises management, counseling students and/or conversing with parents and families.
  • Excellent organizational, oral, written, and on-line communication skills.
  • High emotional intelligence, maturity, and interpersonal skills, with sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree (required), Master's Degree (preferred) with some experience in residence life, student development, and/or campus activities.

Compensation

  • Exact compensation based on candidate skills and experience.

Benefits

  • Support emotional wellbeing and mental health programming, including awareness and prevention activities
  • Integrate wellbeing and/or mental health into Student Engagement Leadership and programs.
  • Co-Facilitate service-learning and community engagement experiences for student groups and leaders.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • ution of student leadership initiatives that foster student engagement, support student well-being, and promote engaged citizenship across all campus locations

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