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Position Information

Posting Number 20112984

Position Title Coordinator for Student Engagement

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department Setzer Student Center

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

Leads development and implementation of many campus events for students; works on activities to enhance the growth and development of all students by providing social, cultural, and educational opportunities to engage all students in our community. Assists the Associate Director in the annual planning and implementation of campus-wide student programs such as tailgates, Homecoming, Spring Fest, and other signature events.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

Student Involvement and Programming Management

+ Supervise and provide leadership for student involvement and programming that includes Cardinals Activities Board ( CAB ) and commuter programs.

+ Hire, train, develop, and supervise 6-8 student directors of the CAB in student activities and campus programming.

+ Develop and coordinate programs that support the commuter student experience.

Event Planning and Collaboration

+ Work collaboratively with New Student & Leadership Programs, Housing & Residence Life, and Recreational Sports on Welcome Week and Welcome Back week.

+ Work collaboratively with Recreational Sports in events held in that facility and in co-programming activities.

+ Assist Associate Director in coordinating, planning, and operating signature campus-wide student events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, involvement fairs, etc.

Budget Management

+ Manage the preparation and execution of the programming budgets and maintenance of financial records for assigned accounts.

Publications and Marketing

+ Coordinate, prepare, and disseminate publications and marketing materials related to student activities to students, staff, and faculty.

External and Internal Relations

+ Act as the main contact with entertainers and agencies, in terms of negotiation and commitments working collaboratively with the University Contract Administrator and Associate Director, in the execution of the contractual agreements.

+ Must work collaboratively with on and off campus agencies, and other departments to achieve objectives.

Key Competencies:

+ Working experience with Microsoft Office

+ Great communication skills

+ The ability to work autonomously

+ Database Management

+ Time Management

Physical Requirements:

+ Able to lift 25 pounds and perform various physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions:

+ Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

+ Health, dental & vision insurance

+ Life insurance

+ State of Texas Retirement plans

+ Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

+ Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/hr-services/benefits/index.html)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) from an accredited institution. Degree should be in student personnel, counseling, business, higher education, or related field.

+ 1-year of higher education experience related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations.

+ 1-year of higher education experience supervising multiple student-workers simultaneously.

+ Excellent communication skills, writing skills, organizational skills, and the ability to motivate and manage student employees.

+ Mature and emotionally intelligent in professional settings, consulting with student organizations, and maintaining professional student relationships.

+ Possess an understanding of the value of student activities and of the motivation of students who participate in these activities.

+ The ability to sustain communication with various groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, and maintain a strong philosophical base for student activities.

+ Must possess demonstrated experience in event and budget planning. Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.

+ Ability to travel on behalf of the University will be preferred.

+ Knowledge and experience using integrated software systems including but not limited to: CampusGroups (or similar student organization management software), Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, and Adobe Suite

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Valid Texas driver’s license, with no moving traffic violations.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $37,330-$48,529

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 04/30/2025

Close Date 07/30/2025

Open Until Filled No

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