Student Activities Coordinator

Position: Student Activities Coordinator (00203)
Location: Chesterfield

Title:

Student Activities Coordinator (00203)

Agency:
Brightpoint Community College

Location:

Chesterfield - 041

FLSA:
Exempt

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality.

It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint Community College offers a robust benefits package, including:

* State of Virginia employee benefits

* Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

* Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation

* Generous annual leave and paid holidays

* Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs

* Professional development opportunities

* Continuous learning programs

* Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for a Student Activities Coordinator who will plan, develop, and manage a comprehensive student activities program that promotes student engagement, community development, educational programming, and student leadership. This position enhances the student experience and supports student success by coordinating events, advising student organizations, and fostering meaningful opportunities for involvement across the College's service region.

Key responsibilities include:

* Plan, coordinate, and evaluate a diverse range of student activities, events, and programs that support student engagement and success

* Develop and maintain an annual student activities calendar and implement targeted marketing strategies to promote participation

* Manage event logistics including scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and compliance with institutional policies and risk management procedures

* Supervise student activities staff, including student workers and part time staff, through hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management

* Advise and support student clubs, organizations, and the Student Government Association to promote leadership development and ensure compliance with college policies

* Assist in the development and oversight of program budgets and maintain accurate records related to programming, participation, and assessment

* Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to deliver co-curricular programming and support college wide initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

* Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

* Experience planning, coordinating, and implementing events, programs, or student activities

* Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

* Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate complex activities

* Ability to work with a diverse student population and foster student engagement and leadership development

* Ability to work at both campuses and travel within the College's service region

* Successful completion and passing of a background check.

Additional Considerations:

* Experience working in higher education, student activities, or student affairs

* Experience advising student organizations, student government, or leadership programs