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Student Engagement Coordinator

The Office of PittServes within the Division of Student Affairs serves as a catalyst for students and communities to engage in action that creates impactful change. The Student Engagement Coordinator will be joining a team working to realize the vision of achieving resilient and equitable communities and inspire civically minded individuals. The Office of PittServes focuses on engaging and educating Pitt students about civic action, with student leaders key to engaging their peers. Working with partners in the greater Pittsburgh community, as well as on-campus entities, current programs range from but are not limited to America Reads and JumpStart, grassroots/neighborhood-led youth mentoring/tutoring programs, campus and community-based sustainability initiatives, Signature Days of Service, alternative break projects, PittVotes, the Student Civic Engagement Council, Civic Fellows, and other partnerships engaging students in community-identified projects. It is every employees obligation to support the Student Affairs vision: to support the whole student. All employees within the Division will be required to perform duties outside of their department. Additional assignments may include, but are not limited to Welcome Week Activities, Divisional committees, events, etc. Successful candidates will demonstrate a track record of student advising and utilization of student development theory, programmatic development and assessment, and budget management.

Job Summary

Assists in the organization and development of student activities and coordination of special events. Advises student organizations and students on programs and services. Attends student-sponsored social events, monitors organizations financials and performs reconciliations, and ensures compliance with all University policies. Publicizes student events, assists in developing promotional materials, and registers and monitors new student organizations and requests.

Essential Functions

The Office of PittServes in the Division of Student Affairs is seeking applications for a Student Engagement Coordinator which will be responsible for the creation and implementation of student community and civic engagement programming. Key projects include oversight of PittVotes, a university initiative supporting student democratic engagement on campus. Additional programs include but are not limited to supervision of the Student Civic Engagement Council, oversight of the Civic Engagement Fellow program, and coordinating the Service to Others Living and Learning Community. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining a welcoming environment for students seeking civic and community engagement opportunities and promoting diversity, inclusion and equity. The Student Engagement Coordinator will also manage a budget following business procedures for finances at the University of Pittsburgh. The incumbent will report to the Assistant Director of the Office of PittServes with oversight from the Director of the Office of PittServes.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification * Staff.Student Activities Coordinator *Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Student Services Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Hiring Range: $45,000 - $55,000 Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI255999708