Community Engagement and Belonging Coordinator - Job Number: 240445

University of Oklahoma

Norman, OK United States

About the University of Oklahoma

Created by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1890, the University of Oklahoma (OU) is a doctoral degree-granting research university serving the educational, cultural, economic, and health-care needs of the state, region, and nation. OU consists of three campus locations in Oklahoma as well as several centers abroad. The Norman campus serves as home to all of the university’s academic programs except health-related fields. OU enrolls almost 32,000 students, has more than 2,800 full-time faculty members, and has 21 colleges offering 170 majors at the baccalaureate level, 156 majors at the master’s level, 81 doctoral-level majors and 42 graduate certificates.

The OU campus community is committed to maintaining an environment where individuals work collaboratively with mutual respect and assure the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity. The Division of Student Affairs strives to enhance students’ academic success by developing student skills, cultivating diverse, campus life experiences and enriching the university community through programs and services.

Community Engagement and Belonging Coordinator - Job Number: 240445

Organization: Center for Student Life

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Schedule: Full-time

Work Schedule: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday with some nights and weekends.

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary $43,000 based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

The coordinator of Student Life is responsible for fostering a commitment to student success by actively developing, implementing, and maintaining programs and services that enrich student learning, build and maintain a strong sense of community and support the educational, professional, social, and personal development of students at the University of Oklahoma.

This position will assist the Associate Director of Student Life and Director of Student Life in providing vision and strategies to support students and communities on day-to-day functions of Student Life. Some responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

ADVISING

Serving as the direct advisor for departmental student organizations in Student Life. This will include regular meetings (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly) with executive boards and individual meetings with members of executive and leadership boards and community members. This position will work with underserved student populations, Pell Grant recipients, first generation college students, students from low-income families, and/or students with unique abilities.
Serving as the primary advisor for the Black Student Association and secondary support advisor to all departmental student groups advised by Student Life.
Supporting students through attendance of special events.
Assist in response to crisis and student well-being concerns and connect students to appropriate campus resources.

PROGRAMMING

Develop and implement curriculum (curricular approach for higher education) around student learning centered educational initiatives and content to promote well-being, community, and leadership.

Planning and organizing various engagement, educational, and special events, seminars, conference, recruitment activities, award banquets and other student related activities.
Craft and facilitate community standards and risk prevention initiatives, such as policies and procedures, accountability processes, officer development, strategic plans, and data analysis and research.
Facilitate effective recruitment and intake processes to meet community needs and goals while ensuring compliance with university and organization guidelines.

ASSESSMENT

Overall assessment of programs and services.
Assessing the needs of students and developing and implementing targeted programs and services.
Researching, collecting and analyzing data or information and preparing reports or responses to inquiries.

ADMINISTRATIVE

Maintaining records (student files, inventory, officer rosters, community rosters, other office files, etc.) and student groups guiding documents (bylaws, policies, etc.)
Serving as a liaison to cultivate productive and authentic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Managing day-to-day operations, including budget oversight and financial record keeping.
Supervising a graduate assistant/student assistant(s).
Maintaining websites (via CMS), social media and other promotional engagement platforms (OU Engage) and design student newsletters, brochures, handbooks and other publications.

ADDITIONAL

All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree

SKILLS:

Strong group and one-on-one advising and coaching with an emphasis on student development.
Conduct themselves at all times with the highest levels of personal and professional integrity.
Developing and implementing efficient budgets, cost saving solutions and long-term financial savings and investment strategies.
Effective oral and written communication.
Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
May be required to work irregular hours (outside of normal business hours) due to student programs and events.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Departmental Preference:

Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs or a related field
Experience working with underserved student populations.
A minimum of 0 – 12 months of experience.

Applicants must submit an ONLINE application at http://jobs.ou.edu for Job Requisition # 240445. Computers and personal assistance are available at the Office of Human Resources, 905 Asp, Room 205, Norman, OK 73069. Include job requisition number on all correspondence. Deadlines subject to change with or without notice. For further information on this or other University of Oklahoma job opportunities, please call (405) 325-1826 or access our website at www.hr.ou.edu.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.