Coordinator, First Year Programming
This position reports to the Director, Student Engagement and First Year Programs.

Appointment Period:

Annual renewable 12-month appointment.

Responsibilities: The Coordinator of First Year Programming (FYP) works collaboratively with staff in the Division of Enrollment Management and other offices on campus to provide an engaging and informative first year experience for new students. The Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing New Student Orientations, Welcome Days, and coordinating with the Division of Academic Affairs in relation to the College’s FYE course. The Coordinator, FYP will work with the Director of Student Engagement and FYP to provide a holistic, engaging, and fun co-curricular program to Rhodes State students with the goal of increasing the retention and persistence of first year students. This position is expected to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary. Incumbents in this position will collaborate with colleagues in the Division of Enrollment Management and other campus offices to ensure students receive an engaging and informative welcome experience to the College. In addition, specific duties and responsibilities includes, but are not limited to:

Specific Duties:
  1. Coordinate all aspects of the Rhodes State New Student Orientation program including the scheduling and facilitation of on-campus orientations and maintaining the College’s online orientation system.
  2. Coordinate all aspects of the College’s welcome activities, such as Welcome Days, including the marketing, registration, securing of vendors, and working with other departments on campus to ensure a successful event.
  3. Serve as the liaison between the Division of Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs to ensure collaboration on the College’s SDE curriculum, particularly as it related to course activities focused on enrollment management student milestones.
  4. Collaborate with the Director of Student Engagement and FYP on the development and implementation of a comprehensive first year student co-curricular experience.
  5. Actively contribute to a highly collaborative, solution-oriented team environment; plan intentional and collaborative programs, including first semester events and workshops, relevant communication campaigns and other outreach efforts for underserved students.
  6. Collaborate with the Director of Student Engagement and FYP to develop, implement, and coordinate a FYP Peer Mentor program.
  7. Supervise and mentor FYP Peer Leaders, providing support through weekly coaching and training designed to guide Peer Leaders in strategic, data-informed, year-round outreach to and support of first-year students, starting at new student orientation and continuing through the end of the first year.
  8. Contribute to and assist in data collection from various reporting systems.
  9. Serve as active member of institutional meetings as appropriate.
  10. Perform other similar duties as required.
Major Work Qualifications: Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Education, or closely related field. Master’s in Student Affairs or College Student Personnel preferred. Three - five years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, or first year experience programs. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent decision making and organizational skills and ability to work independently. Excellent interpersonal and community skills and proficiency in a variety of computer programs. Sensitivity to and respect for people from diverse and culturally disadvantaged backgrounds. Prior leadership experience in higher education or community college setting preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience; plus full benefits package.

Application: Submit materials electronically to the Office of Human Resources, Rhodes State College, at jobs@rhodesstate.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must include a letter of interest outlining background and qualifications, unofficial transcripts, a resume and the names, email addresses and telephone numbers (work and home/cell) of at least three (3) professional references. References are contacted at the point when applicants advance through the interview process. Applicants who are invited to the interview process will be required to complete and submit a College employment application. Search will continue until the position is filled.

Posted: 4/16/2021


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