Coordinator, Multicultural Student Engagement

Augusta University

Augusta, GA

ID: 7225515 (Ref.No. ej-5084459)
Posted: March 6, 2024

Job Description



Coordinator, Multicultural Student Engagement

Job ID: 266888
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. We are part of the University System of Georgia.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Multicultural Student Engagement, the Coordinator will assist in the development and execution of programing to promote belonging, community, and success. Primarily, this professional will be responsible for the facilitation of intercultural campus-wide programming and cultural student leadership development workshops. This position will work with numerous student organizations to establish educational programs and services that positively impact cultural student organizational engagement and success.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


  • Serve as a resource for underrepresented students in regard to academic, personal and social needs by assisting in the creation and coordination of the Multicultural Mentorship Program and other relevant office initiatives.
  • Develop, implement, and assess campus-wide programming initiatives to include cultural awareness, cross-cultural learning, celebrations, and heritage months.
  • Advise multiple cultural student organizations and assist students in the planning, production and assessment of programs, and negotiating contractual offers with agents.
  • Assist in the advisement and coordination of the Peer Education program. Conduct social justice and student leadership development workshops supporting students from underrepresented student populations throughout campus as needed.
  • Respond to student crisis related to belonging and other critical issues concerning underrepresented student populations. Coordinate with the Director of MSE and the AVP for Student Affairs as appropriate.
  • Supervise MSE graduate assistant(s).
  • Perform other-related duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree preferred in higher education administration, college student personnel, or related field.



Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Executing the students' events and meeting on behalf of the office which include careful planning as well as in-the-moment risk management. Further, this position will advise student leaders and student groups which call for appropriate response to student dilemmas and student crisis situations (i.e. mental health, physical safety, and critical student needs). Ability to maintain confidentiality.



KNOWLEDGE

Knowledgeable with Microsoft word, excel, and outlook, general administrative duties, programming, knowledge of student organizational operations.



SKILLS

Written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, and detail oriented. Coordinator will work closely with students, student organizations and leaders, various staff, faculty, families, community leaders/members as well as campus leadership.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)



Pay Grade: 14



Salary Minimum: $36,197- Midpoint: $42,000



Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position



Recruitment Period: Until Filled



Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.



Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.



Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.



If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.



Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job Opening ID: 266888

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=266888&PostingSeq=1

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