Program Coordinator Peer Leadership

Job Summary

Program Coordinator for Peer Leadership to support one of the university’s largest student leadership initiatives. This position plays a key role in recruiting, training, and supporting more than 300 Peer Leaders who co‑teach UNIV 101 courses and serve as mentors, resources for first‑year students. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Program Coordinator will assist with leadership development, large‑scale training events, program assessment, recruitment initiatives, and recognition programs that contribute to an engaging and successful first‑year experience.

• Recruit, select, and onboard more than 300 new and returning Peer Leaders for UNIV 101 and EDLP 520.
• Plan and facilitate dynamic training experiences that prepare Peer Leaders to serve as mentors, co‑teachers, and campus leaders.
• Support the continued development of students serving in the Peer Leader role.
• Match Peer Leaders with instructors to build effective teaching partnerships across UNIV 101 sections.
• Assess program effectiveness through surveys, evaluations, and data‑informed improvements.
• Coordinate recognition initiatives, including the annual Peer Leader Banquet, Cording Ceremony, appreciation events, social media recognition, and other celebrations.
• Develop and maintain program resources, including the Peer Leader Toolkit, weekly newsletters, Faculty Resource Manual, and other educational materials.
• Collaborate with faculty, campus partners, and University 101 staff to continuously enhance the Peer Leader experience.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support across University 101 Programs while contributing to departmental initiatives.

• Competitive salary + best benefits you can find!
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 15 Annual Leave
• 15 Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 or more years of related experience, or equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Experience working with and/or teaching a first‑year seminar, facilitation, training, and event coordination.
• Experience with scheduling software or related technologies.
• Graduates who can obtain their degree by the date of employment may be considered.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, research, report‑writing, and problem‑solving skills, with ability to build productive relationships and interact effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and other university constituencies.
• Proven leadership focused on team‑building and collaboration, with the ability to plan, direct, and administer policies and programs while fostering effective partnerships.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities, work independently without direct supervision, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Sound judgment and decision‑making abilities, with a consistent capacity to evaluate situations, make informed decisions, and support successful organizational outcomes.

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