• Student Affairs Program Specialist

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Student Affairs Program Specialist

    How to Apply

    A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline directly related qualifications.

     

    For questions about this position or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application process, email [email protected] .

    Job Summary

    The Student Life Program Specialist designs and leads programs that enrich student experiences, build community, and cultivate leadership.

     

    Working in theUniversity of Michigan School of Public Health (SPH) Office for Student Affairs (https://sph.umich.edu/community/student-experience/student-affairs.html) and reporting to the Student Life Program Manager, you will coordinate student life initiatives, events, and communications to strengthen engagement across SPH. You will collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to build an inclusive, connected community aligned with SPH's mission of advancing health for all.

     

    This hybrid position is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with an expectation of 2 to 3 days onsite each week in theSchool of Public Health offices (https://sph.umich.edu/admissions/explore.html) . Specific onsite days may vary depending on program and event schedules.

     

    You will thrive in this role if you enjoy building connections with students, supporting their growth, and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life.

     

    Why Work at Michigan?

    Benefits

    In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, we offer acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.umich.edu/benefits-wellness) to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

     

    + Generous time off

    + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements

    + Many choices for health, dental, and vision insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Long-term disability coverage

    + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

    Responsibilities*

    + Advise and support SPH student organizations through leadership coaching, policy guidance, and event planning

    + Plan, implement, and evaluate student life programs and events, including onboarding and orientation, to build community and professional growth

    + Coordinate signature annual events such as Alumni Networking Night, National Public Health Week, and Graduation/Grad Kickoff

    + Lead the weekly student newsletter and other communications to keep students informed and engaged

    + Collaborate with SPH colleagues and campus partners such as the First-Generation Gateway, International Center, Center for Campus Involvement, and Rackham Graduate School, and represent SPH in university-wide initiatives

    + Apply inclusive, evidence-based practices that promote equity, access, and wellbeing in all programs and partnerships

    + Gather and analyze feedback to measure student engagement and inform program improvements

    + Manage funding requests and budgets for student-led initiatives while ensuring compliance with university policies, including FOIA and FERPA

    + Supervise and mentor one work-study student employee

     

    To view the complete job description, visit thislink (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yjAq96iysTOGsgVlmiaJwF5QS6RjCifBiI2SS9RbqrI/edit?tab=t.0) .

    Required Qualifications*

    + Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience working in an academic environment, student services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    + Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and development

    + Availability to work some evenings and weekends to accommodate events

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Application Deadline

     

    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    269985

     

    Working Title

     

    Student Affairs Program Specialist

     

    Job Title

     

    Student Affairs Program Spec

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Hybrid

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Nonexempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    School Pub Health

     

    Department

     

    SPHDO - Student Affairs

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    10/20/2025 - 11/03/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $50,000.00 - $61,711.00

     

    Career Interest

     

    Academic & Student Services