Coordinator of Student Life

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Under the supervision of the Director of Student Life, the Coordinator of Student Life coordinates assigned programs of the Office of Student Life and Co-Curricular Assessment. Programs may include events, activities, and services for students from admission through graduation-for example, welcome programs at the start of each semester, student involvement fairs, Fall Fest, Party in the Plaza, Spring Fest, and Grad Fest. This position also assists the Director in the management of the daily operations associated with the Office of Student Life and Co-curricular Assessment, which may include assisting with some of the following duties: working with the Student Government Association (SGA), student club and organizations recruitment and training, working with student leadership programs, managing First Generation Student programs, , and NWACC Graduation committee.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate the NWACC First Generation Student program, including managing mentors and advising the registered student organization for first generation college students
• Coordinate all aspects of assigned programs including planning, budget, execution/implementation, assessment, and evaluation to ensure the department successfully delivers the programs to our students
• For assigned events, programs, activities, and services, develop and maintain appropriate records, databases, and follow-up systems for students and community stakeholders. Work to encourage student retention and persistence
• Conduct assessment of programs and services
• Maintain all Student Life social media pages
• Work with representatives and educational institutions, district-wide departments, local businesses, community partners and other related groups to encourage their participation in student life events, stimulate interest, and promote student engagement strategies
• May assist the Student Information Center and Cox Welcome Desk by covering any vacancies at the desks
• May assist with maintaining the NWACC Food PantryMay serve on NWACC committees as a representative of the Student Life office
• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay: $ 19.76 hourly *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 4/08/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as education, recreation, communication, hospitality/event management, leadership studies, or public relations
• 2 years' experience working in a higher education setting preferably in a community college setting

Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs
• Knowledge of campus and community resources
• Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs
• Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs
• Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations
• Ability to compile information into report form

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
Constantly:
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions:

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.