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SUNY New Paltz VacancyExternal Posting (Professional)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Center for Student Engagement

Budget Title: Student Activities Associate

Local Title: Coordinator, Orientation & New Student Programs

Posting Date: October 3, 2024

Classification: SL-2

Duties: The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for the position of Coordinator, Orientation & New Student Programs in the Center for Student Engagement (CSE). This full-time 12-month position serves in the division of Student Affairs as part of the Center for Student Engagement, which provides services including orientation and transition programs, leadership development and student activities, fraternity and sorority support, student union building operations, and community and civic engagement. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within and beyond this team to contribute to a vibrant student life program that engages students across campus. In partnership with the Assistant Director of Orientation and Transition Programs, this role will coordinate orientation programs including First-Year Orientation, Transfer Orientation, and Parent & Family Orientation and explore additional opportunities to support parent and family engagement

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:• Coordinate Commuter Student Orientation programs and Transfer Orientation programs• Print and manage Argos reports of each Orientation session, run lists for CSE staff and other campus partners• Assist the Assistant Director of Orientation and Transition Programs with the coordination and execution of Orientation banquets/celebrations• Oversee weekly outreach to new students and targeted event publicity (Keeping You Posted)• Facilitate programs to support new first-year, transfer, and commuter students• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise the Welcome/Engagement Ambassadors who work Welcome Week Events• Advise/supervise Orientation Leaders with the planning and execution of Programs and activities that would occur the first six weeks of the fall semester and Transfer Liaisons• Assist in the consultation, review, and approval of student club events• Assist in the management of the student engagement/student organizations and clubs platform• Work will include nights and weekends in the form of rotational office coverage and assigned programming; flexibility of scheduled hours to support departmental programs expected• Serve on the Student Affairs committees and working groups

Qualifications: Required:• Bachelor’s degree in related field• Experience working in a university setting• Student and/or professional experience with knowledge in student activities, event planning, orientation, facilities operations, hospitality management, or college student personnel• Excellent administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills• Ability to work well in a diverse setting that includes students, parents/families, faculty, and staff• Ability to conceptualize, organize, and coordinate programs• Experience in collecting, compiling, analyzing, and evaluating data

Preferred:• Experience with Anthology Engage software platform• Experience using a web-based software platform to initiate, track, and record work, trainings, and orientation sessions• Ability to work within a dynamic environment and a proven competence in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities• Proven commitment to and appreciation for issues of diversity and community. Ability to articulate issues and trends in higher education.• Experience designing and conducting assessment activities. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:• cover letter• resume• contact information for three professional references

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2570

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clerycompliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/

Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2570

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