Program Coordinator at Arizona State University in Phoenix, AZ

Job Profile:

Student Activities and Engagement Specialist 1

Job Family:

Student Activities and Engagement

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$45,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Barrett Honors College at the Downtown campus is seeking a dynamic Program Coordinator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited to design and implement innovative, high-impact student engagement experiences. This position plays a key role in building a vibrant honors community by encouraging students to get involved, make connections, and discover their place at Barrett Downtown outside the classroom. 

From welcoming newly admitted students at Barrett Downtown Welcome Programs to coordinating signature programs and closing the academic year with the Gold Standard Awards ceremony, the Program Coordinator creates events that foster belonging and shape the Barrett Downtown community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• An energetic, creative and proactive problem-solver who can manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders with confidence
• Passionate about the mission of the Barrett Honors College, and committed to creating an exceptional, inclusive honors experience for all students
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and inspire student engagement
• Ability to approach event planning with innovation, flexibility, and attention to detail

This position reports to Barrett Student Services Leadership and supports college initiatives, special projects, and strategic objectives that elevate the overall honors student journey.

Essential Duties:

• Create, coordinate, and implement engaging student events for on-campus and off-campus students, including wellness, academic enrichment, community service, social activities, and Barrett signature events

• Supervise, train, and evaluate student workers, including hiring, onboarding, task delegation, performance development, and mentorship

• Develop and execute effective marketing and outreach strategies to increase event visibility, encourage student participation, and enhance community connectedness

• Mentor and cultivate student leaders, helping them develop confidence, professionalism, and leadership skills

• Provide consistent reports and updates to leadership regarding program success, student engagement trends, and opportunities for enhancement

• Forecast annual budget needs, manage purchasing of goods and services, monitor expenditures, and ensure alignment with approved budget limits to maintain fiscal compliance

• Participate in college committees and signature college events as needed

• Work with Student Organizations to help support their purchasing needs and support the Student Organizations Advisors 

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of a Bachelor’s Degree

• Experience working at an institution of higher education

• Experience working with honors programs or academically high-achieving college students

• Experience with creating, planning, and implementing student events

• Experience supervising and developing student and/or professional staff

• Experience in mentoring, training and supporting student leaders

• Experience in managing multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail

• Experience working with a marketing team to design material for events

• Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills

• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, and faculty

• Ability to creatively strategize and be innovative in solving problems and addressing student needs 

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work

• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds

• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts

• Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions. 

• Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00PM

• Some nights and weekends are required to perform duties

Position Salary:

$45,000 per year

IMPORTANT: All applications must include a cover letter and a resume to be considered.

Department Statement:

Barrett, The Honors College: Established in 1988, Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University is a selective four-year residential college offering innovative honors courses, study abroad, research opportunities, and merit scholarships to high-achieving and highly-engaged undergraduates at all four ASU campuses. Barrett has more than 7,000 students at the Tempe, Downtown, Polytechnic and West campuses of ASU. Barrett students benefit from the vast resources and numerous opportunities at ASU, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative universities, located in the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. 

Barrett Honors College has received many accolades, including being called “the gold standard” among honors college in the nation by the New York Times and “Best Honors College” in the United States by Reader’s Digest. USA Today named ASU one of the 100 Best Value Colleges and cited Barrett as “outstanding.” The 2021 Fiske Guide to Colleges cites Barrett Honors College as one reason why Arizona State University is among the top 10 “Best Buy” public schools in the United States. Specifically, the guide spotlights the “ambitious honors projects” at Barrett Honors College.  For more information, please visit our website at: http://barretthonors.asu.edu/home/

Employees of Barrett have the opportunity to help further the mission of serving high achieving students.  We have a spirit of going above and beyond.  If you are looking for a position that is student centric along with a desire to make a difference, we would encourage you to join our team. 

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits, healthcare, retirement, tuition reduction program (eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse), financial security, discounts, family resources and more. Explore ASU’s benefits options and degree program offerings.

Estimate the value of your total compensation: https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

The ASU Community has demonstrated it can adapt and respond quickly to change — even during a pandemic — from different learning modes to remote work to ensure students and university employees can thrive.  Though we may deliver support services virtually, in-person or both, we consider the primary worksite an ASU campus or location and we prioritize in-person presence in our community to fulfill our charter.  We also understand flexible work arrangements can offer benefits for employers and employees such as retention, sustainability and work-life balance.  Where ASU policy and the nature of the work permits, we support opportunities for remote work, flex time, or similar arrangements.     

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU/Barrett, The Honors College will not be a sponsor for this position. For additional information please see:
https://www.uscis.gov/i-9

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Downtown Phoenix

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$21709.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.