Student Engagement Coordinator - Full Time

About the Role

The Student Engagement Coordinator manages the creation and implementation of monthly competency-based small- and large-scale programs and student activities. The position supports the development of high-level initiatives within the Office of the Assistant Provost, including Orientation: Foundations, Welcome Week, University Student Government/Council, Black Maternal Health Week, and Stress-Free Week.

Secondary functions include supporting office logistics, finances, and communication with departments, vendors, and students; developing promotional and marketing materials; and assisting in the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of student employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, planning, implementation, and assessment of engagement and community belonging-centered activities and events for graduate and professional students at Center City and Dixon campuses.
• Support the development and execution of student programming, including University Student Government/Council, skill development, orientation, co-curricular initiatives, major campus events, and collaborations with academic and administrative offices.
• Establish new competency-based programs that meet students’ needs and cultivate a culture of belonging and holistic development; provide late-night and weekend experiences as necessary.
• Create program promotions for the campus community, including managing digital and social media tools for the office.
• Manage office purchase processes, including payment requests, vendor communication, expense tracking, and records.
• Oversee hospitality and logistics for student programming, including catering, room reservations, A/V, security, event registrations, contracts, supplies, volunteer recruitment, and event preparations.
• Process event management logistics for the Office of Student Life and Engagement (OSLE).
• Collaborate with Student Affairs stakeholders to develop and achieve measurable outcomes for student health and well-being.
• Develop, promote, and distribute a comprehensive monthly schedule of Student Affairs events and initiatives; share electronically with campus partners and track attendance and student evaluations.
• Evaluate programmatic alignment with budgets, risk management, and student outcomes.
• Support the creation and development of student engagement reports and data.
• Co-lead the management of general office resources and vendors, including maintaining vendor lists, equipment inventory, and preventive maintenance.
• Serve as the primary liaison for office equipment repairs and maintain records of vendor relationships, warranties, and histories.
• Manage digital files and inventory, including programmatic data, student data, and physical resources.
• Support the Assistant Provost with special projects, including committee scheduling and management.
• Maintain a rotational presence in the Office of the Assistant Provost.
• Serve as a point of contact for Student Affairs and OSLE, addressing inquiries and prioritizing student needs.
• Co-chair a divisional committee.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, psychology/counseling, leadership, health sciences, business, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in higher education event planning and management.
• Knowledge of competency-based programming development and assessment.
• Experience coordinating and assessing student support and engagement initiatives.
• Basic budget administration experience.
• Social media management experience.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis.

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and multimedia editorial tools (e.g., Photoshop).
• Understanding of social media communication.
• Familiarity with student engagement platforms and technology.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Operational coordination and adaptability.
• Critical thinking and cultural humility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous managerial experience.
• Experience supporting graduate and professional students.
• Project coordination in a complex organizational matrix.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time colleagues, including:

• Medical (including prescription), dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental insurance, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance and discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
• Voluntary benefits, including group insurance rates and discounts.

All colleagues, including part-time and per diem staff, have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

Schedule

Workday day shift (United States). Late-night and weekend work may be required for events.