Student Engagement Coordinator

About the role

Cornell College invites applications for a Student Engagement Coordinator. The coordinator oversees Cornell’s student engagement program, which includes student organizations and New Student Orientation. This position influences student leadership development through formal and informal methods and assists with retention initiatives and coordinating special events or activities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a central coordinator for student activities in the Division of Student Life.
• Collaborates with Student Life and other staff to support student programming across the College, including activities such as the Big Event and Homecoming.
• Serve as advisor to PAAC as the student group develops and provides a variety of entertainment options and activities for the needs/wants of the Cornell community.
• Meet regularly with the executive committee, ensure regulations are followed and execution of duties is delivered.
• Help students within this program to develop leadership skills and deliver programming to the student body.
• Serve as a resource for civic engagement programming such as Lunch Buddies and Angel Tree.
• Aid in providing support to student clubs and organizations, particularly related to contract negotiations and commitments, risk management, and equipment storage.
• Consult with leaders and members of any student organization to help improve the operations and activities of their groups so that participation fosters educational and developmental experiences for students.
• Designs, implements, and leads New Student Orientation twice annually.
• Hires, trains, and assesses orientation staff members.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; at least three years of professional experience in higher education required, preferably in the area of student development, counseling, education, or similar field.

About Cornell College

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Working Conditions

Some light physical activity may be required, including the ability to push, pull, and lift equipment (less than 50 pounds).

Application Process

To apply, submit a resume and list of at least three professional references through Cornell College's online application system.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires the satisfactory completion of a background check.