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Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement
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Position Number: 5114720
Location: Middletown, NY
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement

Category: Staff and Chair
Department: Center for Student Involvement
Locations: Middletown, NY
Posted: Mar 15, 2024
Closes: Apr 4, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDT
Type: 12-month
Position ID: 173656

About SUNY Orange:

Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

Job Description:

SUNY Orange is currently seeking a Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement to join their team.

Reporting to the Director of the Center for Student Involvement, the Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement will develop and manage student activity programs designed to support student growth and development, and to successfully retain students. The Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement will coordinate and assist the Director with student programming and activities, departmental assessment, and budgeting. This position will also be expected to exercise good judgment when providing input to students or the Board of Activities (BOA) with regards to college policies, procedures, standards and requirements. This role will also establish and maintain good public relations with staff, students and the community at large.

The Coordinator of the Center for Student Involvement will need to have a flexible schedule as some evening and weekend hours may be required. Travel between the Newburgh and Middletown campuses and other local sites off campus or out of state to participate in meetings, conferences, and other activities related to the operations of the college and the Center for Student Involvement will be required as needed.

Requirements:

Education Required: Associate's Degree or higher

Experience Required: Minimum of one year of experience in student activities. Excellent organizational, analytical and planning skills with a background in developing student engagement opportunities; computer literacy in Google and Microsoft Suites. Must have a valid Driver's License and the ability to travel as well as public speaking, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

Bachelor's degree
Advising experience with Clubs, Senate and/or Board of Activities
Event Planning experience
Familiarity with Banner 9.
Community college or higher education experience.
Ability to understand department and college policies, procedures, and practices with the ability to answer work-related questions; and interpret and apply these guidelines correctly in various situations.
Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Ability to make decisions that will positively represent the college's reputation on a daily basis.
Ability to participate as a team member, understand and interpret rules and regulations, and the ability to adjust to change with a positive attitude.
Ability to interact effectively with diverse student populations and a wide variety of co-workers
Event planning skills.
Be self-motivated, flexible, creative and imaginative with the ability to speak in front of others.
Spanish speaking skills

Additional Information:

Deadline for Applying: April 4,2024

Position begins: ASAP

Salary range: $47,056-$62,349 per annum; commensurate with experience. This is a Staff & Chair, Grade 40, 12-month position.

SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

Excellent low-cost health insurance
Generous leave policy (including Winter and Spring Breaks)
Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
Retirement Plans
Retiree Health Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible

Please see the application instructions below.

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

Application Instructions:

Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

Cover Letter
Resume
References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:
1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?
2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by the applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

To apply: https://occc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=173656