Student Experience & Orientation Leader

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions foreducation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college inthe region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique workingenvironment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of aculture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingnessto go above and beyond to ensure our students and Universitysucceed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environmentwhere students form connections with their faculty and peers asthey pursue high-value degrees in engineering and appliedsciences. The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities andequipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academicbuildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs ofindustry and provide a life-long educational foundation forstudents, has helped the institution grow in prominence since itsopening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes,affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped itearn recognitions suchas being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally foraffordability, and in the top five best universities in the Southfor tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly iseducating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attractingstandout talent from across the nation. JOB TITLE Student Experience & Orientation Specialist JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Student Experience & Orientation Program Specialist worksto strategically implement programming that supports studentoutcomes, student experience, and academic rigor. The StudentExperience Program Specialist manages a group of student employeesand volunteers. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Coordinates facility reservations, technology needs, andstaffing schedules in collaboration with campus partners for NewStudent Orientation. Oversees the logistics of all orientation sessions, ensuringalignment with established learning outcomes and operational plans;serves as an on-site resource Supports the recruitment, selection, and onboarding oforientation leaders. Supervise the Orientation Leaders, providing active mentorship,performance evaluation, and timely intervention regardingbehavioral or academic concerns. Designs and implements a structured training curriculum forOrientation Leaders. Plans and delivers student life programming that promotesstudent engagement and success, supporting the full studentexperience from admission through graduation. Maintains an accurate and comprehensive calendar of studentlife events, programs, and meetings to support effective planning,communication, and resource allocation. Lead the promotion of events or programs through the use ofsocial media platforms or other media and communications. Collect data through a variety of means, e.g., interviews,questionnaires, to provide feedback for management in assessing theeffectiveness of student leadership activities. Cultivates and sustains collaborative relationships withAdmissions, Academic Affairs, Student Engagement, administrators,faculty, staff, students, and community stakeholders to advancedivisional and institutional priorities. Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in higher education from an accreditedinstitution of higher education or a related field. One year of related professional work experience. Experience managing complex and detailed projects/tasks. In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevanteducation, experience, and/or certifications may beconsidered. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevanteducation, experience, and/or certifications may beconsidered. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities KSAs: Excellent human relations and communications skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral andwritten. Strong commitment to excellence in education and services. Ability to handle multiple competing priorities, to set andmeet deadlines. Proven ability to organize and host events Skills in effective and persuasive interpersonal communicationskills to gather information, resolve problems, and assesssituations. Ability to coordinate major projects. Preferred knowledge of issues, trends, policies, and bestpractices that are relevant to student affairs. Preferred Knowledge of the greater Lakeland area. Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or other specificrequirements of law: Must possess a valid driver’s license. This position requires a criminal background check, which mayinclude a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute§435.04. This position is subject to federal and state privacyregulations. Normal Work Schedule: This position is salary exempt. The normal work schedule isMonday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.; however, occasional weekendsand evenings may be required. Target Hiring Salary: $50,200-53,000, commensurate withexperience. Application Deadline Date: The position may be open for 14days with a minimum of 7 days; however, the review of applicationswill commence immediately. Application Process: In addition to completing the online application, all applicantsare required to upload the following as attachments to theapplication (preferably in PDF format): Cover Letter Resume Three (3) Professional References If any of these three items are missing, you will not beconsidered for the position. References will not be contactedunless you are selected as a finalist for the position. DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal accessinstitution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provideequal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities toall (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants foradmission, students, and others affiliated with the University)without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex,religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status,veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Anappointment is not final until proof is provided. FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to takeadvantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to helpmeet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family.This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts,medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation. Health benefits are administered through People First , on behalf of the State of Florida, aspre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hireenrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, anddependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Mondaythrough Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at View phone number on click.appcast.io. RETIREMENT Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the requiredselection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans,our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for theirfuture. Click Here for more information. OTHER BENEFITS Discounts & Perks Annual Leave To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides agenerous leave program, which includes paid time off and paidholidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave.In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008 . Sick Leave Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sickleave and participate in our Sick Pool Program . Employee Assistant Program (EAP) EXPLORE LAKELAND FLORIDA Conveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakelandis home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businessesand attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS: Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please besure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field beforecontinuing through the application. Once your applicationhas been submitted, no changes may be made and additionalattachments will not be considered. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable duringthe application process. For positions requiring a degree, theofficial transcripts are required upon hire. Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United Statesrequire a equivalency statement from a certified transcriptevaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of anaccredited institution within the USA. This report must be attachedwith the application and submitted by the applicationdeadline. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date ofthe job announcements. This position requires a background check, which may includea level II screening as required by the Florida Statute§435.04. #J-18808-Ljbffr