Position Title & Department:
Community & Leadership Development Program Coordinator; Student Affairs Posting #
4722
Department Description:
In the Catholic tradition, the Student Affairs Division strives to create an inclusive, educational environment which motivates and supports student learning and personal development, serves the University community, and inspires students to make a positive contribution to society. Our philosophy and approach is to collaboratively work with Academic Affairs and all areas of the University to create an integrated learning environment.
The Student Affairs Division is a dynamic, student centered and learning organization. We are poised to create a vibrant and active co-curricular learning experience for all students. Our emphasis on leadership development and social change allows us to work on developing future ethical leaders to serve in a complex, global and changing world. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and continuously building toward a just, welcoming and caring community for all.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Roman Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
The Division of Student Affairs seeks an individual with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism and a strong interest in working at a mission driven, faith-based institution.
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.
The Program Coordinator will work in partnership with the Community and Leadership Development (CLD) department. Community and Leadership Development (CLD) provides resources and experiences that help residential and commuter students feel a sense of connection and belonging at the University of San Diego. Community and Leadership Development (CLD) is responsible for enhancing student success and programming within the context of the Thriving Student Model, as well as the coordination of tasks related to Commuter Student Life, Financial Literacy and Wellness, and Emerging Leaders. The core of the Community and Leadership Development work is to support students’ transitions, sense of belonging, financial wellness, and leadership development within the commuter student community. This includes providing significant support in the development and programming implementation, and on-boarding in the Commuter Student Commons and the academic Learning Communities.
The Program Coordinator will assist and facilitate the success of all new commuter students through the student onboarding experience and Living Learning Community (LLC) program. Coordinates all aspects of the Student Fall and Spring Onboarding experiences for commuter students. Implements collaborative programming initiatives within the LLC program; and when appropriate expands programming opportunities to all students, transfer, commuter and residential. The Program Coordinator will assist in the activities and coordination of financial wellness initiatives, leadership initiatives, including an opportunity to co-teach leadership courses in collaboration with the School of Leadership and Educational Sciences (SOLES). This includes providing support in the development and implementation of leadership initiatives and the Emerging Leaders and Commuter Assistant curriculum and instruction. Will support the recruitment, selection, and training of student leaders to support fall and spring orientation and academic year programming. Periodically, this position may be asked to contribute to the ongoing division/campus projects outside the scope of their day-to-day activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Commuter Student Onboarding, Community Building, Student Leader Recruitment, Selection, and Development:
Financial Wellness Implementation:
Administrative:
Special Conditions of Employment:
Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Posting Salary:
$21.88 - $29.53 per hour; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Resume Required
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application and, for full consideration, please upload a resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
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