Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $43,888.08
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free tuition
Fee remission
insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Purdue University Fort Wayne is a well-established public university located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. As part of the prestigious Purdue University system, it serves a diverse community of students with a commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and community engagement. Purdue Fort Wayne is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes student success through comprehensive academic programs and extracurricular activities. The university emphasizes student development and leadership, making it a vibrant hub for higher education in the region. With its strong focus on community, collaboration, and career readiness, Purdue University Fort Wayne is continually growing its campus life and student services to enhance the overall university experience for every student.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join the Student Life department as the Coordinator of Student Activities. This full-time, on-site role offers an annual salary of $43,888.08 and is pivotal in shaping the student engagement landscape at Purdue Fort Wayne. The Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting a wide range of student activities and programs designed to enrich the collegiate experience. This position plays a key role in overseeing the Student Activities Board (SAB), ensuring that members are well-supported through recruitment efforts, leadership development, and effective training. The individual will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to build positive relationships and foster an inclusive campus environment.
A significant part of the role involves budget management and administrative oversight, including handling contracts, processing insurance certificates, managing association memberships, overseeing cash handling, and other related responsibilities. The Coordinator will also be the primary contact for SAB’s social media platforms, tasked with creating engaging and dynamic content to promote events and initiatives effectively. Strategic planning and program assessment are core elements of this position, requiring the Coordinator to establish measurable learning outcomes and regularly evaluate program success to ensure continuous improvement. Signature events like Campus Kickoff, Homecoming, Spring Fling, and the Bingo series are key programs under this role, with expectations to not only sustain but also innovate new activities that enhance student life.
This opportunity is ideal for a professional with experience in higher education student activities, who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating meaningful student engagement experiences. The Coordinator of Student Activities will work primarily Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, with some evening and weekend commitments aligned with event schedules. This role is classified as exempt and requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage a large operating budget, and proficiency in utilizing emerging technologies and software applications. Purdue University Fort Wayne is committed to providing a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits such as free tuition, insurance starting from the first day of employment, and generous paid time off. Join us to contribute to a thriving campus community where you can make a lasting impact on student success and development.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join the Student Life department as the Coordinator of Student Activities. This full-time, on-site role offers an annual salary of $43,888.08 and is pivotal in shaping the student engagement landscape at Purdue Fort Wayne. The Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting a wide range of student activities and programs designed to enrich the collegiate experience. This position plays a key role in overseeing the Student Activities Board (SAB), ensuring that members are well-supported through recruitment efforts, leadership development, and effective training. The individual will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to build positive relationships and foster an inclusive campus environment.
A significant part of the role involves budget management and administrative oversight, including handling contracts, processing insurance certificates, managing association memberships, overseeing cash handling, and other related responsibilities. The Coordinator will also be the primary contact for SAB’s social media platforms, tasked with creating engaging and dynamic content to promote events and initiatives effectively. Strategic planning and program assessment are core elements of this position, requiring the Coordinator to establish measurable learning outcomes and regularly evaluate program success to ensure continuous improvement. Signature events like Campus Kickoff, Homecoming, Spring Fling, and the Bingo series are key programs under this role, with expectations to not only sustain but also innovate new activities that enhance student life.
This opportunity is ideal for a professional with experience in higher education student activities, who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating meaningful student engagement experiences. The Coordinator of Student Activities will work primarily Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm, with some evening and weekend commitments aligned with event schedules. This role is classified as exempt and requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage a large operating budget, and proficiency in utilizing emerging technologies and software applications. Purdue University Fort Wayne is committed to providing a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits such as free tuition, insurance starting from the first day of employment, and generous paid time off. Join us to contribute to a thriving campus community where you can make a lasting impact on student success and development.
Job Requirements
- BA/BS degree
- 1-2 years experience coordinating student activities and programs at a higher education institution
- Experience designing, coordinating, facilitating and evaluating co-curricular activities and programs and implementing support programs and activities
- Programming experience with traditional and non-traditional students
- Ability to work effectively with and motivate students and volunteers while providing growth and development opportunities
- Attention to detail and ability to successfully execute all components of various student programs
- Must be able to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to accurately assess student needs, interact effectively with diverse populations, navigate difficult issues and competing needs
- Must be able to oversee a large operating budget effectively
- Demonstrated skills and proficiency with computers, software applications and emerging technologies
- M-F 8 -5 with some evenings/weekends as needed for events
Job Qualifications
- BA/BS degree
- 1-2 years experience coordinating student activities and programs at a higher education institution
- Experience designing, coordinating, facilitating and evaluating co-curricular activities and programs and implementing support programs and activities
- Programming experience with traditional and non-traditional students
- Ability to work effectively with and motivate students and volunteers while providing growth and development opportunities
- Attention to detail and ability to successfully execute all components of various student programs
- Must be able to take initiative, work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to accurately assess student needs, interact effectively with diverse populations, navigate difficult issues and competing needs
- Must be able to oversee a large operating budget effectively
- Demonstrated skills and proficiency with computers, software applications and emerging technologies
- M-F 8 -5 with some evenings/weekends as needed for events
Job Duties
- Supervise Student Activities Board committee chairs, assistant chairs, and general members to ensure programs are planned and executed to best practices standards
- Responsible for recruitment, leadership development, and training of Student Activities Board members
- Responsible for budget and supply management, including contracts, certificates of insurance, association memberships, cash handling, and other associated duties
- Build a positive rapport with students, staff, and faculty by maintaining availability and visibility, while building positive relationships
- Establish strategic and measurable learning goals for areas of governance and intentionally create environments/programs to facilitate student learning and development and assess at regular intervals
- Serve as primary contact for SAB social media channels and build engaging and dynamic social media posts, stories, contests, etc
- Build sustainable growth for current signature programs including Campus Kickoff, Homecoming, Spring Fling, Bingo series, etc
- Create and implement new signature Student Activities Board programming to enrich the student experience
- Other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster
Search For More Opportunities:
How Candidates Get Hired Faster
Apply to 2–3 similar roles
Complete profile & get best matches
Check new opportunities daily
