About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Department Information

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
¿ Master¿s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Student Affairs Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling, Higher Education or related field

¿ Experience with student activities, event coordination/planning, and student advising

¿ Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of student development and frameworks

Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities

Assists with FLIGHT and other Student Affairs programs, with a focus on increasing involvement of women students.
Facilitates programs and activities that build community and support the engagement and success of all students.
Assists with Adulting 101, a multi-departmental initiative for all students that teaches essential life skills and career-ready competencies.
Manages the daily operations of the Women¿s Resource Center (WRC), including social media outlets, supplies, budgets, and space reservations.
Coordinate and develop programs and services that engage the campus community through awareness campaigns, speakers, trainings/presentations, initiatives that support women and gender issues (Women¿s History, Domestic Violence Awareness, Sexual Assault Awareness, etc.)
Oversees strategic goal-settings, assessment, and evaluation of WRC programs and services.
Serve as an advocate to survivors of interpersonal violence, including providing support, information, university resources and referrals as needed.
Coordinate use of the Owl Life student engagement software to create and publicize student programs and events, track student participation, and ensure compliance with divisional and university guidelines.
Provide support for divisional priorities and initiatives beyond the scope of department, as requested.
Serves as an advisor for student organizations that focus on the advancement and retention of women students.
Supervises student assistants and/or graduate assistant(s), as requested.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*:
¿ Advanced listening and communication skills

¿ Demonstrated passion for and experience supporting student success

¿ Ability to successfully interact with individuals/groups from an array of backgrounds, experiences, and communication styles

¿ Ability to recognize and protect confidential information and exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations

¿ Available to work evenings and weekends for programming with students

¿ Ability to work as a contributing member in a team-oriented environment, successfully interacting with internal and external colleagues and partners

Job Summary
Plans and implements program initiatives for the assigned college, department, and/or unit. Participates in the generation of program resources, communication, design and development of operating goals, objectives, and protocols. Serves as primary point for program implementation and operational matters. Provides technical, professional and programmatic guidance, consultation, and support.

Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops, plans and coordinates the implementation and execution of programs, special projects, events and other initiatives designed to achieve the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the assigned program(s) and/or department(s)
Oversees and administers all facets and activities related to day-to-day operations of the assigned program(s) and/or departments
Serves as liaison with internal and external clients on all matters relating to program and/or department activities
Provides, administers and/or coordinates the provision of technical guidance, consultation, related support to clientele within area of program focus
Assists with forecast projections and budget for each fiscal year and evaluates progress towards financial goals and may be responsible for the program or department's purchasing card (PCard)
Prepares and delivers presentations and collateral for program and/or department and events
Coordinates and administers the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data, prepares comprehensive program reports and evaluation summaries
May coordinate, administer and monitor social media presence and program outreach
May supervise and/or lead assigned staff and/or students assistants

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Required Experience
One (1) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Previous experience with program development and coordination

Previous experience in higher education

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Experience with student activities, event coordination/planning, and student advising

Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of student development and frameworks

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $40,800.00 to $51,000.00 however offers are based on relevant experience so the amount may vary.

Generous benefits which include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

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Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Able to devise, develop, collect and analyze statistical information and reports

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Ability to make administrative and/or procedural decisions and judgments

KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus

Skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening

results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.