Student Organizations Coordinator

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan-Dearborn's Office of Student Life (OSL) is seeking an energetic and motivated Student Organizations Coordinator to continue to enhance and refine how we serve students. The selected candidate will report to the Director of Student Life and will enhance the overall student experience by providing oversight for the Campus Involvement Hub and student organizations, including the fraternity and sorority community. If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Who We Are

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is a regional campus serving metro-Detroit. We serve a 100% commuter student population and differentiate ourselves through innovative practices that prepare students for their future through practice-based learning. Through campus-wide programming, leadership development, and civic action, the Office of Student Life (OSL) continually strives to create an inclusive and engaging campus community in which students can succeed. Functionally, OSL oversees Student Activities, Civic Engagement, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Leadership Programs, Campus Traditions, Student Organizations, Student Government, and the Wolverine Media Network.

Responsibilities*

Primary Responsibilities

• Support 150 student organizations and oversee organization registration process, training, and event planning processes
• Manage the Campus Involvement Hub, enhancing the overall commuter student experience through community-building opportunities and resources
• Provide leadership, support, and oversight for campus fraternities, sororities, and related councils and maintain relationships with (inter)national headquarters
• Advise the Student Organization Allocation Council
• Supervise the Student Organization Consultant team (student employees)
• Plan and execute campus involvement initiatives such as the Go Blue Bash, Winter Involvement Fair, and Greek-A-Palooza
• Provide leadership/oversight for Victors Link, the campus? student engagement/organization portal
• Oversee the operational and programming budgets for the Campus Involvement Hub and fraternity and sorority life
  
  
  

General Responsibilities

• Seek out opportunities for collaboration and maintain working partnerships, both within and outside of the University
• Establish, achieve, and assess learning outcomes according to University and department priorities and best practices
• Represent OSL on University and Division committees and task forces
• Contribute to an inclusive campus and community environment
• Contribute actively and collaboratively toward the OSL mission, goals, and priorities
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
  
  
  

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, liberal arts, education, or related field
• 1-2 years of relevant experience working in a higher education setting
• 1 years working with student organizations
• 1 year experience working with fraternities and sororities either on a college campus or for international headquarters in a professional, graduate, and/or volunteer capacity
• Ability to facilitate educational workshops
• Ability to manage conflict through restorative measures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of student development theories and practices
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Availability to work periodic evenings and weekends
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in higher education & student affairs, college student personnel, or related fields OR equivalent relevant experience in the field of higher education/student affairs
• Affiliation with a fraternity or sorority
  
  
  

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
  
  
  

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.