Coordinator of Student Organization Management

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Department Summary

The University of Mississippi is seeking a dynamic and talented Coordinator of Student Organization Management for the Ole Miss Student Union to join our team.

The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union serves as the center of student life on the Ole Miss campus while supporting the education mission of the university by enhancing the collegiate experience with quality programs, facilities, and services. The Ole Miss Student Union (OMSU) department serves as the hub for student involvement on the Ole Miss campus by serving as a resource for over 400 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) on campus as well as the online student organization portal, The ForUM. The OMSU staff advises several key student organizations and assists those organizations in coordinating over 200 events and activities throughout the academic year. Additionally, the department manages the general operations of the facility which includes space reservations, student employees, and event planning for the facility.

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family - Student & Academic Services

Sub-Family - Student Programs

Career Track / Level - P2

Grade -5

42,640

53,310

63,980

Role Summary

This position provides direct support for the management of Registered Student Organizations and campus involvement for the University of Mississippi.

This position develops, leads, and directs programs focused on expanding and supporting student engagement and leadership initiatives. The incumbent manages and provides support for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), organizes and directs the RSO event registration process, advises department-sponsored RSOs, assesses departmental activities and events, and manages and maintains departmental budget, and executes departmental goals and objectives.

The anticipated start date for this position would be May 12, 2025.

Examples of Work Performed

Provides support and guidance for the university’s Registered Student Organizations (RSO)

Coordinates and maintains the event registration process for RSOs

Directs, interprets, and proposes changes to university policies that pertain to RSOs

Serves as a liaison between RSOs and other campus departments

Serves as an advisor to designated departmental RSO / s

Maintains relationships with campus partners to provide opportunities for RSO partnerships with other RSOs and campus departments

Develops and facilitates orientation programs for incoming students

Provides guidance and supervision to support staff

Advises the delegated RSO(s) overseen directly the Ole Miss Student Union department

Recruits, selects, trains, and supervises student employees, graduate assistant(s), and faculty / staff advisors

Provides guidance and supervision of the organization’s events to oversee the use of facilities, physical set-up, catering, general logistics, as well as, compliance with campus policies and procedures.

Manages and maintains the program-specific departmental budget(s).

Consults with peer institutions on best practices in programming, student development and training, fundraising, and risk management.

Develops training opportunities and guidance for RSOs, student staff, graduate student(s), and campus partners.

Executes departmental short-term and long-term goals and objectives.

Provides evidence-based recommendations for departmental initiatives.

Assists the department in annual policy review and objective outcomes.

Develops and directs assessment tools for departmental objectives as well as student leadership development learning outcomes.

Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Oversees scheduling logistics, securing resources, and facilitating one or more student programs, activities and / or services, which may include special events, student organizations, student publications, and student governance structures.

2. Assists with the design and delivery of student-focused programming and associated resources and materials to promote new and ongoing programs and initiatives.

3. Answers questions and provides information and resources to individual students and groups based on established materials and standards.

4. Assists with advising and training student workers and volunteers as needed.

Minimum Education / Experience

Education :   Bachelor's Degree

Experience : (3) Three Years Experience

Substitution Statement : An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1 : 1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience or Master’s degree and 1 year of experience

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements :   These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis.

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion :   The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision :   Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking / Hearing : Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination :   While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements : Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity / Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Salary : $42,640 - $53,310