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Student Life Coordinator (P00244)
- Dobbs Ferry, NY, New York, United States
- Staff Full-time
- $21.40- $27.82 hourly
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Student Life, the Student Life Coordinator is a full-time professional staff member responsible for developing and managing programs that foster student learning, leadership development, community building, and student retention. The Coordinator collaborates closely with the Student Life team, student employees, and campus partners to plan, implement, and assess campus-wide initiatives, programs, and events.
The Student Life Coordinator serves as a high-energy, student-centered professional and positive role model who is committed to student engagement, leadership education, and supporting the unique needs of Mercy University’s diverse student populations, including undergraduate, graduate, residential, commuter, and transfer students.
This position involves significant student interaction and requires flexibility, including frequent evening and weekend responsibilities to support Student Life programs and events.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Develop, implement, and manage co-curricular programs, services, and initiatives that promote student engagement, leadership development, community building, and student success, including leadership programs, late-night and weekend activities, and University traditions.
- Assist the Student Life team with the planning, implementation, coordination, and assessment of large-scale campus programs and initiatives, including but not limited to New Student Orientation, peer leadership programs, and mentoring initiatives.
- Support student organizations by providing guidance in organizational development, leadership, team building, strategic planning, conflict resolution, and time management.
- Design and implement student-focused marketing strategies and promotional initiatives to increase engagement and awareness of Student Life programs and services.
- Coordinate logistical support for Student Life programs and student organizations, including room reservations, event requests, and facilities work orders.
- Provide support and training for students, staff, and campus partners utilizing Mercy University’s online event platform Engage.
- Assist with budget oversight, purchasing processes, and fiscal management related to Student Life programs and initiatives.
- Support the Assistant Director in the daily operations, strategic initiatives, and overall management of Student Life.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Professional experience within a college or university setting, preferably in Student Affairs, Student Activities, Campus Engagement, Leadership Development, or related areas.
- Demonstrated ability to advise, support, and engage a diverse student population.
- Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel between campuses as needed.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends based on Student Life programming and event needs.
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About Mercy
Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.
Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.
Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.
At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
Our Mission:
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.
Benefits Eligible:
Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
EEO Statement
Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.
The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.
Campus Safety
Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.