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 172 majors at the baccalaureate level, 156 majors at the master’s level, 81 doctoral-level majors and 54 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.

Coordinator of Campus Programming

Pay Range: Targeted salary: $20.67 per hour, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

The campus programs coordinator and secondary advisor to the Campus Activities Council (CAC) in the office 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 social and personal development of students at the University of Oklahoma. This position will assist the lead student program coordinator and director of Student Life in providing vision and strategies to support the students and communities they represent.

ADVISING

• Serving as the secondary advisor for Campus Activities Council. This will include regular meetings with executive boards and individual meetings with members of executive and leadership boards.
• Ensure inclusion of student voice in policies, procedures and priorities through regular engagement (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly meetings).
• Supporting students through attendance of special events.
• Student development through co-curricular experiences.
• Establishing leadership curriculum for students.

PROGRAMMING

• Planning and organizing various seminars, conference, recruitment activities, award banquets and other student related activities.
• Connect students to appropriate campus resources (academic, health and wellness, career planning, etc.).
• Coordinate or assist in coordination of special projects and events.
• Oversee the process of program development, from creating to implementation to reporting/assessment of results.
• Designing student newsletters, brochures, handbooks and other publications.

ASSESSMENT

• Overall assessment of programs and services offered by functional unit in Student Life.
• 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.).
• Serving as a liaison on and off campus to key stakeholders.
• Assisting with the development and administration of office policies and procedures.
• Manage day-to-day operations of designated area including budget oversight.
• Manage a graduate assistant/student assistant(s).
• Assist with campus-wide crisis/emergency response and provide support to students and families in emergency situations.
• Maintain websites (via CMS), social media and other promotional engagement platforms (OU Engage).
• All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Skills and accomplishment in the areas of collaborative work with internal and external constituencies, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and awareness and sensitivity to issues concerning equal opportunity, advocacy, and student success.
• Strong group and one-on-one advising and coaching.
• Understanding of the process of involved in student development and ability to communicate this understanding in a positive manner to all segments of the university community.
• Experience in developing/implementing programs and plans for community growth.
• Strong record of fostering communication with students, parents, faculty, community and general public.
• Conduct themselves at all times with the highest levels of personal and professional integrity.
• Assist in identifying and recommending policy suggestions when efficient, sustainable, and alternative solutions are found.
• Developing and implementing efficient budgets, cost saving solutions and long-term financial savings and investment strategies.
• Effective oral and written communication, research, mathematical and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects at one time.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
• 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.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

Department Preferences:

• Master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs or a related field.
• 0-24 months of experience.
• Experience with first generation student engagement/programming.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Norman Campus: If you are selected as a finalist for a position that supports the Norman Campus, 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.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), 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, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Requirements

• Start Date: No Start Date
• Education: Bachelor's Degree Required
• Work Experience: 0 - 2 years
• Part/Full Time: Full-Time

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