Student Engagement Specialist

Summary

Reporting to the Director of Belonging and Engagement, the specialist will join the Division of Student Life team and will develop and implement creative, innovative and engaging campus-wide programming opportunities, which meet the needs of a diverse campus community at Washington & Jefferson College. As a 4-year residential campus, this position will work in variety of campus-wide initiatives with a special focus on evening and weekend events. The specialist will work to foster and support the community by creating rich, co- curricular experiences outside of the classroom. This position will also assume generalist responsibilities within the area of the Office of Belonging & Engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Student Engagement
  • Develop programs and events that foster community among all students and encourage participation in extracurricular activities.
• PREZ PANTRY
  • Working with a student intern to oversee the daily operations of the campus pantry (manage inventory, organize donation drives, and collaborate with key stakeholders)
• Intramural Sports
  • Plan and manage intramural sports leagues, tournaments, and events that encourage physical activity and teamwork.
  • Oversee equipment maintenance and scheduling of recreational spaces for student
• Esports & PREZ PLAY
  • Coordinate and promote the college's esports program, partner with ITS and other departments to ensure access to gaming resources and maintain the esports facility.
• Collaboration and Community Outreach
  • Work closely with student organizations, faculty, and staff to enhance the reach of wellness and recreational programming.
  • Serve as a primary liaison for external partnerships, and community support
• PREZ PERKS
  • Oversee the "PREZ PERKS" Program by developing relationships with local businesses and managing exclusive perks for students, faculty, & staff.

Qualifications

• The candidate should demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, planning, and implementing
• Candidates with 1-2 years of experience and a bachelor's degree will be

Supervisory Duties

This position does not require any supervisory duties.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.

Job Description Status

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.

Application Instructions

Apply for this job at https://washjeff.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please submit a cover letter and resume. It is recommended that all documents be in PDF format and uploaded at one time. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Employee Benefits

Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.

Getting to Know W&J

Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.

Celebrating Diversity

Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J College complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.