Coordinator for Mizzou Families and Off-Campus Student Services
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
Hiring Department
Dean of Students - Student Affairs
Job Description
Summary
The Office of the Dean of Students in the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Missouri seeks a dynamic and customer-focused individual to build new and creative programs to engage Mizzou parents and family members to cultivate a deep and meaningful sense of membership in the university community for parents and families. The Coordinator for Mizzou Families and Off-Campus Student Services assumes primary responsibility for a broad array of activities designed to develop and enhance the University's relationship with students, parents, and families. This position will serve as the primary liaison and advocate for parents and family members, as well as students in need of off-campus housing information. The Coordinator will oversee the planning and implementation of a large assortment of programs and events for parents and families, as well as students currently or considering living off campus.
Essential Functions
- Serve as the point of contact and manage communications for all parents and family members and serve as the liaison to various university departments, programs, and offices to represent family concerns and provide advice to connect families and students with necessary university information and resources.
- Collaborate with Strategic Communication and Marketing team to develop communications with parents and families, volunteers, campus, and community partners.
- Oversee the planning, coordination and implementation of various on-campus and off-campus parent and family programs and events, including but not limited to: Move-in Days, Family Weekend, bi-annual Off-Campus Housing Fair, regional parent & alumni receptions and summer send-off functions.
- Recruit and coordinate volunteers for Family Weekend events.
- Work closely with campus partners to develop & implement opportunities for parents and family members to engage at Mizzou.
- Provide information to families of students through the family assistance line, email and monthly newsletters.
- Develop and implement educational and social programming for students that currently or are considering living off-campus.
- Represent Mizzou Families and Off-Campus Student Services at orientation and admissions events.
- Participates on committees as assigned.
- Partner with Student Affairs Assessment to regularly and comprehensively assess the experience of parents and families and off-campus students in a manner that substantively informs future program decisions.
- Partner with divisional and campus stakeholders to ensure that parents and families are informed of campus resources.
- This position will also integrate strategic, financial, operational, and considerations to keep expenses within budget.
- Other duties as assigned.
Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree in a student affairs related field.
Anticipated Hiring Range
$18.50 - $26.50 per hour; paid on a bi-weekly basis.
University Title: Student Service Coordinator I
University Grade: GGS 08
Current Employees can view their existing title by accessing the Talent Profile in myHR (https://myHR.umsystem.edu)
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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