Coordinator of Student Life

Job Description

This is a full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position that reports to the Director of Engagement located at the JWCC campus at 1301 So 48^th Street, in Quincy, Illinois. Engagement with all JWCC regional centers will be central to this position.  Some local and out-of-state travel required.  Position begins immediately.

The Coordinator of Student Life is responsible for overseeing and administering the day-to-day activities in student life at both the JWCC Quincy campus and regional centers. The Coordinator of Student Life will serve as the lead staff advisor for the Student Government Association (SGA). This position will provide guidance and support for participation in co-curricular activities across a variety of student clubs and organizations including the development of new clubs as identified. The Coordinator will provide help in planning, implementing, and evaluating all campus wide events. Collaboration with the other departments within academic and student affairs is expected.  This position will also participate in supporting collection of co-curricular learning outcomes; and will involve full participation and facilitation during the week of graduation each spring. The following is a detailed list of duties assigned to the Coordinator of Student Life:

• Coordinates day-to-day activities of student life on campus.
• Develops professional relationships with the student body.
• Promotes inclusive practices to reach and engage a diverse student population.
• Represents Student Life at all New Student Orientation, Blazer Launch, and other student on-boarding activities.
• Explores and encourages ideas for new clubs.
• Innovates and facilitates strategies to properly engage students with campus life.
• Coordinates with the Office of Pathways to support student recruitment and retention.
• Serves as primary advisor for the Student Government Association (SGA).
• Promotes cross collaboration within institutional clubs and other Student Affairs’ departments.
• Organizes and leads annual SGA elections for executive team.
• Provides support to New Student Orientation.
• Sets goals, priorities, and objectives around learning outcomes associated with Student Life.
• Develops student program learning outcomes, surveys and assessments, compiles data, and makes recommendations for program improvements and new programming.
• Participates in one or more institutional committees on behalf of the student experience.
• Assists with budget management for Student Life and subsequent axillary funds.
• Assists with departmental events, meetings, and special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as identified.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required; 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Knowledge and ability to relate to diverse populations and communicate effectively.  Must possess a strong understanding of student affairs and leadership development. Knowledge in event planning and implementation preferred. Knowledge of internal and external customer service principles and practices are essential.

BENEFITS

JWCC offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, prescription insurance, vacation, sick days, personal days, paid holidays, tuition waivers for employee and family, and State University Retirement System.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.  If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying for a job, please submit a request to hr@jwcc.edu.