What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator of Student Engagement position at Mass College of Art and Design?
About MassArt:
Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.
MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.
Job Description:
Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is governed by APA
Hours: This position is 37.5 hours
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Program Coordinator of Student Engagement supports the Director of Student Engagement by creating and implementing leadership development opportunities, and contributing to departmental events, goals and initiatives.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Student Engagement
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Student Staff
- Develop and facilitate leadership development opportunities and programs for current and future student leaders (i.e., Training required of paid student leadership positions, Emerging Leaders program, etc.)
- Coordinate the Student Leadership Employment Process
o Oversee application management to ensure all students are fulfilling the requirements of interviewing for the positions they've applied for
o Coordinate and facilitate Group Interviews with relevant hiring managers
o Manage the Hiring Manager selection meeting to ensure the highest number of eligible students receive leadership employment opportunities
- Coordinate the Student Leadership Awards process and ceremony
- Assist in the implementation of New Student & Family Orientation and transition programs.
- Assist in the hiring, training and co-supervision of the Orientation Primers, the institution's student orientation leaders, alongside the Director and Lead Primers. Provide Primers with mentorship, professional development, training, and guidance to maximize the efficacy of the programs and resources they offer incoming MassArt students.
- Coordinate Civic Engagement efforts, including, but not limited to, Constitution Day and MassArt Votes voter education programs alongside campus partners
- Assist in the planning and implementation of Student Engagement programs such as the Resource Fair, Involvement Fair, and Late Night Breakfast as needed
- Assist in marketing programs and events sponsored by the Colleges of the Fenway consortium, and the ProArts consortium. Serve on consortium committees as assigned.
- Assist Director and Student Development staff in supporting major university programs (i.e., Commencement, Accepted Students Days, Family & Supporter programs, etc.)
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
In addition to working Monday through Friday, this individual may need to work evenings and weekends
Physical Effort:
- Occasional (10-33%) - Reaching, pushing, grasping and pulling. Lifting up to 10 pounds.
- Frequent (34-66%) - Standing and walking.
- Constant (67-100%) - Viewing of computer screen and reports, sitting, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 1-3 years working in a Higher Education setting
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to take initiative, and work independently and creatively
- Computer literacy and experience with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, data analysis.
- Strong fiscal management skills
- Experience working closely with students from diverse backgrounds in a higher education setting.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty to develop and implement programs and events for undergraduate college students
- Education: Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration, College Counseling or related field
- Experience supervising student employees, and advising student leaders
- Spanish speaking and/or multilingual
Please note MassArt:
- Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
- Is not an E-Verify institution.
You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.
Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.
MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.
MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter
PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS POSITION VIA THE MASS ART CAREER WEBSITE HERE
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
