New Student & Family Engagement Coordinator Job Listing at DePaul University in Chicago, IL (Job ID 1695)

Description

The Highlights: Reporting to the Director, the position is responsible for the management of the student leadership positions for new student programs. The coordinator will manage planning and logistics associated with the hiring, training, and ongoing development of orientation leaders and Chicago Quarter Mentors (serving DePaul's first year seminar). The coordinator will jointly supervise 150+ student leaders. This role will provide programmatic support for orientation and the Chicago Quarter program as well.
 

What You'll Do:

• PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Responsible for day-to-day management of components of the Premiere DePaul and Transition DePaul new student orientation programs and the Chicago Quarter program (first year seminar).  
• STUDENT LEADER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION: Coordinates logistics for annual Chicago Quarter Mentor and Orientation Leader recruitment (150+ positions), group interview, and selection processes including marketing/publicity, communication with candidates, space requests, and collaboration with university departments and offices. 
• STUDENT SUPERVISION: Provide supervision, feedback and coaching for student leaders throughout employment with NSFE. 
• PROGRAM OPERATIONS: Coordinates logistics associated with program planning including student leader trainings, room reservations, program materials design, and supplies inventory. 
• Jointly supervises up to 150 student leaders.
• Assist with management of annual program budget of approximately $900,000.
   

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree required.  
• Master's degree in Student Affairs/Higher Education/College Student Personnel/Counseling or related field preferred
• 1-2 years of professional experience in higher education 
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in orientation, new student programs or student activities preferred
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and effectively work on a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and foster professional relationships within a complex environment of diverse students, staff, and faculty
• Must also possess a strong commitment to student development in higher education at an urban, Catholic University
• Knowledge of college student development theories
• Program planning and strategic planning skills
• Public speaking and group facilitation experience
• Appreciation for and commitment to multiculturalism and diversity issues
• Some evening and weekend work required.
   

  The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $47,783.00 to $54,000.00 per year.  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.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)  
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act  

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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