Student Life Coordinator

Located 45 minutes from the Nation’s Capital and nestled in a history-rich region of Southern Maryland, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has twice been recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 150 community colleges in the nation. CSM is also nationally ranked among the top 100 producers of minority associate degrees across many fields. With more than 100 academic programs, CSM is known for its student-centered focus, innovation, and responsiveness to our regional workforce and community.

CSM offers excellent health insurance benefits;
State Retirement Pension plan; wellness programs;
Code Green early closure Fridays in the summer; college closure for spring break and several major holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year; and for several days in March for Spring Break. We are an innovative institution committed to student success and well known for our flexibility to meet student and community needs.

The Student Life Coordinator provides operational support for Student Life programs, services, and campus engagement initiatives across the La Plata, Prince Frederick, and Leonardtown campuses. The position coordinates the day-to-day operations of Student Life offices and student engagement spaces while supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental programs, events, and services. The Specialist assists students, faculty, staff, and community by answering inquiries and researching and resolving records, registration, and course issues timely and efficiently.

The position assists in the successful delivery of student leadership initiatives, campus traditions, co-curricular experiences, and institutional events by coordinating event logistics, maintaining functional program spaces, and ensuring resources and facilities are prepared to support student engagement and success.

Reports to:

Assistant Director, Student Life

The hiring salary for this position will be from the min to mid-point of the salary range advertised. This position is open until filled.

• Provides operational coverage for Student Life offices and student lounges across all campuses as needed.
• Serves as departmental coverage during staff meetings, leave, events, and other operational needs.
• Greetings students and visitors while providing general information regarding Student Life services, events, and campus resources.
• Maintains welcoming, organized, and functional Student Life spaces.

• Assists with opening and closing Student Life offices and event spaces.
• Monitors Student Life facilities and reports maintenance, safety, or operational concerns.
• Develop and nurture relationships with key industry partners, businesses, and stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the organization and its external partners.
• Identify potential partners and opportunities for collaboration.
• Provide first level advising to new and current students, as well as support for community and visitors to CSM.
• Utilize college resources and refers students to appropriate departments and services.

• Assist with operational logistics for Student Life college wide programs, events, and engagement initiatives across all campuses, ensuring activities are executed efficiently and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Support the coordination of event setup, breakdown, room configurations, equipment, signage, and event materials to ensure facilities are prepared for successful program delivery.
• Provides on-site operational support for Student Life programs, Student Government Association (SGA) Board activities, Programs and Activities Committee (PAC) events, Registered Student…