"Center of Volunteerism and Community Engagement Coordinator"

Job Description

If you're passionate about empowering students to create positive change, SUNY Oneonta invites you to apply for the position of The Center of Volunteerism and Community Engagement (CVCE) Coordinator. Reporting to the CVCE Director, this role supports programs that integrate service, leadership, and learning through innovative initiatives that engage students in both local and global communities. The coordinator plays an active role in shaping student experiences, strengthening community partnerships, and expanding opportunities for engagement and growth.

As part of the Experiential Learning Center in Hunt Union, The Center for Volunteerism and Community Engagement is the heart of SUNY Oneonta's efforts to inspire civic responsibility, social awareness, and community involvement. Each year, students contribute more than 45,000 hours of service valued at $1.6 million to nearly 100 local nonprofits. The CVCE collaborates closely with offices such as Career Planning and Networking, Sustainability, and Global Education to foster academic learning, community impact, and leadership development through meaningful partnerships and hands-on experiences.

To learn more about the University and the department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or https://suny.oneonta.edu/about/university-offices/volunteerism-and-community-engagement.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide administrative coordination and operational support for campus-wide volunteer initiatives and community engagement programs.
• Oversee the Center's digital presence, communications, and promotional materials.
• Support the coordination and implementation of high-impact programs such as the Empire State Service Corps.
• Support students and student groups in planning, promoting, and participating in volunteer and service-learning opportunities.
• Maintain partnerships with community organizations and campus collaborators.
• Supervise, train, and mentor student staff and volunteers.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Director and represent the Center in institutional planning, assessment, and external relations.

Salary:

$60,000. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in volunteer coordination, student affairs, community engagement, or related setting.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
• 3 or more years of progressively responsible experience in volunteer coordination, student affairs, or community engagement.
• Experience with SUNY systems and AmeriCorps/ESSC program administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, BANNER, Canva, and data management tools.
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through leadership, service, and community collaboration.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: https://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=195383
Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required).

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment.