Execute assigned events from planning through assessment,
including logistics, staffing, event flow, and post-event
evaluation.
Lead signature campus experiences connected to institutional
traditions, including Homecoming and other major engagement
efforts, as assigned.
Build and sustain collaborative relationships with campus
partners, including Athletics, to strengthen student connection to
the institution through shared events and traditions.
Maintain a visible presence before, during, and after programs
to support student engagement and event quality.
Union Programming Board
- Advise the Union Programming Board (UPB) with an emphasis on
student development, leadership growth, and organizational
effectiveness.
- Provide guidance, structure, and accountability to support
strong student-led programming while ensuring students maintain
ownership of their ideas, planning processes, and event
execution.
- Collaborate with a graduate assistant and student leaders to
support the continuity and success of UPB while promoting a
student-driven approach to programming.
Marketing, Communications, and Outreach
- Develop and implement outreach strategies intended to engage
unengaged and under engaged students, including commuter students
and other students who may not naturally connect to existing
involvement opportunities.
- Use marketing and outreach tools such as social media, texting
platforms, tabling, direct student engagement, print materials,
digital media, webpages, and collaborative outreach efforts with
campus partners.
- Help create intentional pathways for students to participate in
campus traditions and build a culture of spirit, pride, and
belonging.
- Collaborate with colleagues within the Office of Student
Involvement and Division of Student Affairs to improve visibility
of engagement opportunities, programs, and student resources,
including initiatives beyond this position’s assigned
programs.
- Coordinate consistent promotion of programs and services
through shared marketing and communication planning, including
supervision of a student marketing team.
Student Leadership Development
- Develop and deliver training related to event planning, program
execution, and involvement processes for student organizations and
student leaders.
- Provide resources, guidance, and skill-building opportunities
that improve the quality and effectiveness of student-led
programs.
- Contribute to leadership development efforts that strengthen
student engagement and organizational effectiveness across
campus.
Supervision, Assessment, and Operations
- Supervise and collaborate with a graduate assistant and/or
student staff in executing programs and outreach strategies.
- Evaluate programs and outreach strategies using participation
data, student feedback, and engagement trends, and use that
information to improve future efforts.
- Manage assigned program budgets responsibly and in accordance
with university policies, which include monitoring expenditures and
maintaining accurate records related to events and programming
initiatives and ensuring effective stewardship of student activity
fee resources and/or departmental funds.
Expected Deliverables
- Consistent execution of campus traditions, late-night
programming, and other assigned engagement initiatives.
- Visible outreach efforts to increase engagement among commuters
and other under engaged student populations.
- Coordinated marketing and communication support that advances
visibility for the broader Office of Student Involvement and
Division of Student Affairs portfolio.
- Maintain, and/or create all marketing initiatives such as print
materials, webpages, digital media, and communications.
- Administration of Office of Student Involvement social media
accounts, in accordance with relevant university policies.
- Partnership-building with Athletics, Student Affairs
colleagues, and other campus collaborators in support of student
connection and traditions.
- Event training resources and developmental support for student
organizations and student leaders.
- Clear supervision and effective utilization of a graduate
assistant and/or student staff.
- Assessment-informed improvements to outreach and programming
efforts over time.
Shift
The position includes weekend and evening work. Perform other
duties as assigned by the Senior Manager for Student Engagement
and/or Director of the Office of Student Involvement.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree strongly preferred in Higher Education,
Educational Administration, Student Personnel Administration,
etc.
- 2-3 years of student involvement and/or event planning
experience preferred.
- Supervision of student staff or advising of students and/or
student organizations preferred.
- Demonstrated willingness and commitment to working with
students, families and university faculty/staff from diverse
backgrounds.
- Knowledge and practice of student development theory to support
student leadership and student involvement.
- Experience with event planning and management, including
contract negotiation and implementation.
- Experience with marketing and social media management tools and
platform.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established
as $53,976 - $55,000 annually.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not
limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,
skills, and experience, as well as organizational
requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: Salary Plan GGS10
University Title: Senior Student Services Coordinator
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure
you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can
determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile
tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Application materials must include a cover letter and updated
resume / CV.
Application Deadline
For best consideration please submit all application materials by
July 26, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted and
reviewed until position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban
community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its
modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic
group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone.
From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife,
casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have
no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s
biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous
barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found
throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza
joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the
action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country
Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or
after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and
eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near
University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy
Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and
its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding
community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more
resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 816-235-6910.