Coordinator of Student Activities

Job Summary

The Ole Miss Student Union at the University of Mississippi is seeking applicants to fill a position for Coordinator of Student Activities. This position will manage student activities coordinated by departmental student organizations of The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union. The incumbent is responsible for advising and supporting student leaders, managing the events and activities coordinated by the department, and assisting with the planning and execution of on and off-campus events. This position seeks an individual who can provide high-level support to student activities, have strong organizational skills, and event planning experience.

Job Description

• Oversees scheduling logistics, securing resources, and facilitating one or more student programs, activities and/or services, which may include special events, student organizations, student publications, and student governance structures.
• Assists with the design and delivery of student-focused programming and associated resources and materials to promote new and ongoing programs and initiatives.
• Answers questions and provides information and resources to individual students and groups based on established materials and standards.
• Assists with advising and training student workers and volunteers as needed.
• Advises and works with the Student Activities Association.
• Plans, schedules, coordinates, and supervises the operations of student activities on campus such as Welcome Week, Homecoming Week, pageants, Flagship Friday, late-night programming, concerts, etc.
• Recruits, trains, develops, and mentors support staff and student organization members.
• Provides on-site supervision of events to oversee the use of facilities, physical set-up, catering, security, as well as compliance with campus policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers and vendors. Negotiates prices, menus, space, etc. with suppliers and vendors.
• Develops, manages, and oversees assigned event budget.
• Manages the publication of print and online newsletters, brochures, social media, advertisements, handbooks, and other informational materials.
• Assists in establishing and implementing short and long-term goals, objectives, policies, and procedures supporting both program and department success.
• Develops and administers assessment tools for departmental events and activities, and student leadership development learning outcomes.
• Establishes assessment practices, analyzes data, and implements findings.
• Ensures staff and students are compliant with policies and procedures, and guidelines are met.
• Prepares and delivers presentations on program(s) offered by the department.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Job Responsibilities

The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union at The University of Mississippi is seeking a dynamic and talented Manager of Student Activities to join our team.

The individual serving in this position will play a crucial role in managing activities coordinated by the Student Activities Association, as well as other organizations with the Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Student Activities.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Manages the execution and implementation of assigned events.
2. Oversees assigned departmental budget.
3. Develops policies and procedures related to event planning.
4. Provides supervision and guidance for support staff.

For full consideration, candidates should attach a resume and a cover letter describing qualifications for the position.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required

Compensation

$42,640.00 - $63,980.80