Program Coordinator, Student Organizations

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Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only).
Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).
Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.
Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1).
Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.
Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy.
JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job Title: Program Coordinator, Student Organizations
Division: Student Affairs
Evaluation Group: Staff
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director, Student Involvement
Positions Supervised: N/A
Job Summary
The program coordinator, student organizations, supports the development, engagement, and success of Lindenwood University’s student organizations and their student leaders. The position works collaboratively with campus partners to strengthen student involvement and leadership opportunities while ensuring student organizations operate in alignment with University policies.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Job Responsibilities and Execution
Supports the day-to-day operations and engagement of student organizations, serving as primary contact for routine questions, organizational needs, and University processes
Maintains accurate student organization records, including officer rosters, constitutions, bylaws, and required documentation within the University’s student engagement platform
Coordinates the registration, re-registration, and ongoing administrative processes for registered student organizations
Advises student organization leaders on organizational operations, leadership development, event planning, University policies and procedures, and available campus resources
Serves as an advisor to student organization without a designated faculty/staff advisor to provide interim support
Serves as an event consultant for student organizations, coaching student leaders through event planning, logistics, risk management, and University processes
Coordinates and supports student engagement initiatives including involvement fairs and other programs that promote student organization visibility and participation
Coordinates and supports the implementation and assessment of the Lion Leadership Experience designed to strengthen leadership and organizational effectiveness
Evaluates student organization and engagement initiatives and recommends improvements based on student needs, assessment data, emerging trends, and best practices
Promotes adherence to University policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulation
Service Excellence
Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
Supports Lindenwood students by providing programming that allows for student development outside of the classroom
Demonstrates commitment to the holistic development of diverse student populations
Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration
Participates in collaborative planning for campus-wide events, such as New Student Orientation, Family Day, and Homecoming
Collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and external vendors to complete tasks
Assists other areas of Student Involvement with event coordination and execution
Assists with development and execution of department-wide plans, goals, and assessments undefined
Job may require other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.
Bachelor’s degree in related field, such as education, student affairs, human resource management, or business
Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a leadership role, preferably in student activities, programming, or related area
Master’s degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
Strong collaborative and customer service skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to resolve conflicts and clearly articulate expectations of team members
Commitment to individual and team professional development
Ability to be a confident spokesperson
Proven effectiveness in making significant decisions
Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective relationships with faculty, students, and staff
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated staff supervision skills
Ability and desire to take initiative and demonstrate creativity
Highly developed organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge of student development/leadership theories and the ability to apply them appropriately
Basic computer skills including working knowledge of student organization management systems
General contract and risk management knowledge
Knowledge of and experience applying research and best practices related to student leadership initiatives
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.
General office setting
Nights and weekends required
Campus Security Authority (CSA) designation and service required
Non-Standard Flex
Physical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to work effectively at a computer for up to eight hours daily
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to use a phone for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Adequately mobile to navigate on and off campus events
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.