Cord, Mentorship and Student Engagement

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Mentorship and Student Engagement, the Coordinator will assist in the development and implementation of programs and services that promote student access, achievement, and a sense of belonging. Primarily, this professional will be responsible for the facilitation of intercultural campus-wide programming and cultural student leadership development workshops/trainings. This position will work with numerous student organizations to establish educational programs and services that positively impact cultural student organizational engagement and success.

• Serve as a resource for underrepresented students regarding academic, personal, and social needs by assisting in the coordination of the Multicultural Mentorship Program and other relevant office initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and assess campus-wide programming initiatives to include cultural awareness, cross-cultural learning, celebrations, and heritage months.
• Advise multiple student organizations and assist students in the planning, production, and assessment of programs, and negotiating contractual offers with agents.
• Assist in the creation, advisement, and coordination of the Peer Education program. Conduct social justice and student leadership development workshops supporting students from underrepresented student populations throughout campus as needed.
• Supervise Mentorship and Student Engagement graduate assistant(s).
• Respond to student crisis related to access, success, and belonging, and other critical issues concerning underrepresented student populations. Coordinate with the Director of MSE and the AVP for Student Affairs as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of experience in a related field.

Master's degree preferred in higher education administration, college student personnel, or a related field.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases; knowledgeable with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, general administrative duties, programming, and knowledge of student organizational operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift: Days; M-F. Work outside of standard business hours may be required.

Pay Grade: B8. Salary: $45,400 annually (commensurate with qualifications within the established range).

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full-time employees eligible for the Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

• All selected candidates must successfully pass a Background Check prior to starting.
• Depending on duties, a credit check may be required for Positions of Trust or departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports required for positions that require driving a university vehicle.
• Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and post-secondary coursework transcripts; foreign-educated candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• All employees must uphold confidentiality, cybersecurity, and privacy policies.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.