Program Coordinator

Major Responsibilities

• Co-chair the planning committee for the Annual Student Conference on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice with student co-chair, including administration of the conference.
• Supervise student intern serving as the co-chair for the conference committee by meeting regularly with intern to support and follow up on their tasks, complete internship paperwork, and evaluate intern performance and contribution.
• Cookinate conference logistics, including scheduling, registration, communications, vendor relationships, budget tracking, and event assessment.
• Recruit, train, and support student volunteers participating in conference planning and implementation.
• Evaluate conference outcomes and provide recommendations for future programming improvements.

Residence Life and Housing

• Partner with Residence Life and Housing professional and student staff to address emerging student concerns and foster inclusive residential environments.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate educational programs that promote intercultural understanding, inclusive communities, and student engagement within the residential experience.
• Cookordinate and facilitate the training provided by the MLDO for Resident Assistants and Residence Life and Housing staff.
• Advise Residence Life and Housing staff on diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice related matters in the residence hall.

Campus Education, Engagement, Outreach, and Representation

• Assist with facilitating programs and workshops for students, faculty and staff working collaboratively in support of the MLDO mission.
• Aid Assistant Director in coordinating social media initiatives and other communication efforts that promote MLDO programs, services, and events.
• Aid in the development and dissemination of marketing and communication materials, including social media, website content, newsletters, and promotional campaigns.
• Attend and support student programming, including evening and weekend programs such as the Voice Office events, late night events, trips, meetings and events hosted by student organizations.
• Serve on committees, councils or working groups that request MLDO representation to support initiatives and advocate for the needs of diverse student populations.

Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree; Experience planning programs, providing student support services, facilitating training, or working with diverse populations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, education or related field; Experience working in higher education; Experience planning large-scale events, conferences, or leadership programs; Conversational or professional proficiency in a language other than English