Student Activities & Engagement Coordinator

Position Summary Spalding University’s Office of Student Affairs seeks a student-centered, creative, and inclusive professional to serve as the Student Activities & Engagement Coordinator. This role is essential to fostering a vibrant campus environment rooted in belonging, connection, and student success. The Coordinator leads the design, implementation, and assessment of co-curricular programs, student activities, and leadership development initiatives that engage a diverse student population, including traditional, adult, graduate, and online learners. Working closely with student leaders and campus partners, this position cultivates meaningful opportunities for involvement, leadership growth, and community building. Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Coordinator plays a central role in strengthening student connection to Spalding University by creating inclusive experiences that promote engagement, retention, and holistic development. Key Responsibilities Student Engagement & Campus Programming Design, implement, and assess a robust calendar of inclusive educational, social, and community-building programs Plan and execute signature campus events such as Welcome Week, Student Involvement Fair, leadership workshops, and campus-wide activities Create intentional opportunities that foster student belonging, connection, and engagement Maintain a visible and active presence at campus events to build relationships and support student participation Coordinate weekly campus communications highlighting student activities and engagement opportunities Support marketing and promotion of events through social media, digital communications, and campus partnerships Student Leadership Development Advise and support student organizations, including Campus Activities Board (CAB) and Student Government Association (SGA) Develop and facilitate leadership training, workshops, and ongoing development opportunities Empower students to initiate and lead programs that enhance campus life Attend student organization meetings regularly to provide guidance and support Foster a culture of student voice, ownership, and shared responsibility for campus engagement Belonging, Retention & Student Success Develop strategies and programs that strengthen student belonging and connection to the institution Support First‑Year Experience and transition programming Collaborate with campus partners to design retention‑focused initiatives Motivate and encourage student participation across diverse student populations Ensure programming reflects inclusive practices and addresses the needs of all students Residence Life Collaboration Partner with Residence Life to support residential engagement and community development Assist with Resident Assistant (RA) training related to programming and engagement Support major residential events such as move‑in and community‑building initiatives Operations & Administration Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and tracking expenses for student activities and programs Coordinate logistics for events, including space reservations, vendor communication, and resource management Maintain accurate records of programs, participation, and assessment outcomes Supervise student workers or graduate assistants supporting campus programming Collaboration & Institutional Engagement Partner with campus offices such as Admissions, Counseling Services, Dining, IT, and Facilities to support student-centered initiatives Contribute to campus committees, student satisfaction efforts, and institutional events Support recruitment and visit events by showcasing student engagement opportunities Promote a campus culture grounded in equity, compassion, and community Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field preferred Experience in student activities, campus programming, leadership development, or related areas Demonstrated ability to build relationships and engage diverse student populations Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience advising student organizations or supervising student staff preferred Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student-centered practice Preferred Competencies Passion for student belonging, engagement, and leadership development Creativity and innovation in program design and student outreach Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving and organizational skills Enthusiasm for building a vibrant, inclusive campus community Work Environment Expectations Frequent evening and occasional weekend hours to support student events Active campus presence and engagement with students across settings Equal Employment Opportunity Spalding University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University complies with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It is the University’s policy not to discriminate against any individual or group of individuals and to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status or other protected status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spalding University