The Center for Student Leadership & Engagement at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Programming Coordinator.

The Programming Coordinator provides planning, development, and assessment of student activities programming and services to promote an institutional culture that provides integrated learning opportunities to enhance student development in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition through a vibrant, active campus life. This position assists with campus activities, program planning, development, and implementation. The Programming Coordinator assists with departmental contributions to new and transfer student orientation programs. This position has extensive contact with students and student-initiated events, as well as working collaboratively within the campus community to achieve mutual institutional programming goals.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John?s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

• Develop goals, objectives, and timelines for departmental programming and orientation.
• Ensure department programming addresses a range of issues related to diversity and inclusion, including identity development to enhance intercultural competence.
• Collaborate with campus partners to coordinate and assess annual orientation programs for new and transfer students, including participation in the selection, hiring, and training of orientation leaders.
• Assist with the coordination, implementation, and assessment of institutional programs such as Family Weekend and Senior Events.
• Supervise and coordinate the student Programming Team, the primary institutional body responsible for campus-wide programming.
• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to student programmers.
• In partnership with the Assistant Dean, advise and train departmental student employees to support campus and institutional programming both within and outside the office setting.
• Develop and oversee effective student programming models and procedures which reflect institutional policies and values.
• Foster collaboration between campus partners to promote student engagement.
• Promote and facilitate programming that enhances students? understanding of their identities, perspectives, and experiences.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in relevant professional organizations.

• Bachelor?s Degree or equivalent education and experience. 
• Demonstrated experience working in event planning/programming and/or planning with campus activities and student organization preferred
• Strong understanding of best practices in student engagement and activities programming preferred 
• Ability to clearly articulate the role of student activities and engagement in student learning.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, working across diverse constituencies and administrative levels.
• Ability to develop and implement programs that bring about desired outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate students, share ideas with small and large groups, and connect with the unique needs of students across both campuses.
• Ability to balance time and engagement across both campuses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software applications.
• Schedule will include evening and weekend hours to support student activities programming and events.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations. 
• Significant keyboard and computer use, prolong sitting, and occasional standing. 
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular travel between the campuses of College of Saint Benedict and Saint John?s University.
• Some overnight travel for professional conferences.  

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