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Job DetailsTitle: Program Coordinator, First Yr ExpVP Area: New Student ProgramsDepartment: New Student and Family ProgramsWork Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-FridayTelework Availability: On-campus PositionFLSA Status: Non-ExemptEmployee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)Hours per week: 40Months per year: 12Job PurposeThe Program Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing student leadership development and supporting the event planning and logistical aspects of an exemplary program of new student and family orientation and year-long transition programs designed to integrate students and their families into Gonzaga's Jesuit Catholic university community, promote retention, and facilitate academic success. These programs include, but are not limited to: New Student Orientation, Parent & Family Orientation, and Fall Family Weekend as well as first year transition programming. The Program Coordinator supports collaborative student success strategies for an increasingly more diverse generation of Gonzaga students and families in collaboration with other departments across campus throughout the year. This position supervises student leaders within the New Student & Family Programs office and reports to the Assistant Director for Events & Operations.Essential Functions40% - Student Leadership & DevelopmentResearch and implement creative best practices in student leadership and student development for a diverse population of student leadersCoordinate and facilitate trainings, meetings, and workshops for student leadersSupervise student coordinators and office assistants, including training of tasks, performance management, and communicationPlan and lead student leader retreatsCoordinate hiring and onboarding for student coordinators and orientation leadersIntentionally hire and develop staff from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate cultural fluency in an effort to meet the department and divisional operational and mission priorities35% - Program Planning & LogisticsSupport Assistant Director of Events & Operations in planning and implementation of large scale programming including, but not limited to, New Student Orientation, Parent & Family Orientation, Fall Family Weekend, and ongoing transition programs for First-Year StudentsAssist in planning, set-up, monitor, and tear down of departmental events, programs, and meetingsImplement and support first year transition programs occurring throughout the yearAct as liaison with Transfers, Pre-Orientation/Extended Orientation Programs, and the Center for Global Engagement to ensure all populations are intentionally included in orientation and first year programming25% - Support of New Student & Family Programs OfficeManage office supplies and purchasing of materials for programmingRespond and proactively assist with inquiries on multi-phone-line system and email communication in timely mannerPerform a wide range of administrative duties requiring independent judgment and initiative on assignmentsUtilize thoughtful written and verbal communication skills for a variety of audience sizes and types, including in-person, electronic, and social media avenuesParticipate in departmental and divisional meetings on a regular basisWork collaboratively with Student Affairs staff, faculty and other colleagues across campusServe on department and University committees as assignedAssist in coordination and completion of special projects, events, and presentations as neededBe energetic, creative, and professional; have a sense of humor and a positive attitudeAdditional Duties as Assigned by the DepartmentEducational RequirementBachelor's DegreeYears of Related Experience Requirement1 yearIn lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.Skills & AbilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skillsAbility to learn and use new systems, including MS word, Slate, StarRez, etc.Strong customer service skillsAbility to manage student leadersPreferred QualificationsMaster's Degree in a related fieldPrevious experience in a higher education settingUnderstanding of challenges and barriers faced by communities around ethnicity, race, class, gender, privilege and oppressionExperience leading, supervising, and/or managing college studentsPhysical & On-Campus RequirementsIn-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/weekStanding/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Often (50%-75% of time)Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)Compensation & BenefitsThe budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $21.85 - $25.62 per hourPay Range:Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 21.85Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 27.31Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 32.76Eligible for relocation reimbursement: YesEligible for a signing bonus: No#J-18808-Ljbffr