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Campus Life
Campus Life at UMBC significantly shapes the student experience. From getting involved in campus events to joining student organizations, from shaping new leaders to serving local communities, from fraternity and sorority bonds to Student Government board meetings – students create their Campus Life. Students are the reason for it, they make it happen, and they create it with their passions, ideas, dialogues, and programs. Through involvement in the countless student activities, students have the opportunities to meet new people, try new things, and engage in learning opportunities that complement their academic experiences.
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| Position Overview: |
The Office of Campus Life seeks a Coordinator for Leadership and Governance position to provide support for the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life specifically focused on supporting the Student Government Association and leadership development for UMBC students. This position helps develop and facilitate skills-building workshops, retreats, and programs for student leaders and intact student groups. The Coordinator supports the advisement of the Student Government Association under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Leadership and Governance.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $54,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Telework: |
A limited hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
Primary responsibilities including
- Advising the Student Government Association under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director for Leadership and Governance through one-on-one meetings, committee work, and standing meetings.
- Creating and facilitating leadership development programs for intact groups such as the Student Government Association, the Student Events Board, student organizations, honors programs, student employees, etc in partnership with group advisors.
- Supporting the onboarding, training, of SGA officers.
- Managing and overseeing the SGA election process, ensuring fair and transparent elections.
- Facilitating collaborative relationships between the SGA and college administration, under the supervision of the Assistant Director.
- Developing and maintaining resources and training materials specific to SGA.
- Representing Campus Life by serving on departmental, divisional, and university committees as needed.
- Managing administrative functions such as assessment, budget management, and committee work.
- Supporting of overall Campus Life activities including, but not limited to, Welcome Week and Homecoming.
- Representing Campus Life at student/parent orientations and other on-and-off campus events as needed.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required: Experience with working with college students in an advising capacity. Understanding of leadership development theory, college student personnel administration, and higher education.
Note: Position may require some evening and weekend hours depending on the programmatic needs of students and the department, including weekly evening meetings with the UMBC Undergraduate Senate every Monday beginning at 5:30pm during the Fall and Spring semesters.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
Education Preferred:
- Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Leadership or a comparable field.
Experience Preferred:
- Minimum 1 year of experience advising college students within leadership programs or Student Government.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in leadership education, college student training, or college student program development in higher education or closely related field.
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary range is 54,000 - $61,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full Time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |