Coordinator for Student Life, Campus Programming

Working Title: Coordinator for Student Life Campus Programming

State Role Title:Coordinator for Student Life Campus Programming

Position Type:Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Student Life and Involvement

Department: 300194 - Student Activities and Involvement

Pay Band:4

Pay Rate:Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $44192 - $47000

Is this a JMU only positionNo

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionNo

Beginning Review Date:3/21/2026

About JMU:

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Student Leadership and Involvement in Student Life at James Madison University is currently seeking applicants for the Coordinator for Campus Programming to develop implement and assess campus wide programming.

The Division of Student Affairs includes University Career Center Center for Multicultural Student Services Community Engagement and Volunteer Center Counseling Center Dean of Students Disability Services Student Accountability & Restorative Practices Orientation & Transition Residence Life Student Life University Health Center University Recreation and Health Promotion. The division is an integral part of the campus community and works collaboratively with the other divisions of the university in supporting the mission vision and values of the university. Successful candidates will embody the values of Student Affairs at James Madison University and will infuse these values in their day-to-day practice.

Student Affairs Values
Focusing on Students
Leading Courageously
Transcending Boundaries
Creating Belonging
Embracing Innovation and Change
Honoring and Valuing Our Staff

Prioritizing Health and Well-Being

Duties and Responsibilities:

#1: Supervision. Supervise one Graduate Assistant and three Student Event Coordinators in carrying out the Student Life mission. Provide training leadership mentoring and evaluation. Provide clear expectations timely and constructive feedback appropriate professional development and effective management of performance issues if and when they occur. Maintain hiring documentation complete ePARs and submit payroll in accordance with established procedures. Foster a comfortable work environment a culture of personal and professional excellence and working relationships based on mutual respect.

#2: Programming. Responsible for developing and adapting both Union and Festival based and campus-wide programs to meet the evolving needs of students and Student Affairs including recurring programs specialty series and major events. Work with the Assistant Director to create new programs that utilize program theory to achieve desired learning outcomes. Engage a student leadership committee to administer the All Together One selection and Raymond C. Dingledine Scholarship selection processes. Assist with university-wide programming efforts such as Weeks of Welcome and Homecoming.

#3: Involvement and Services. Serve as an administrator and point of contact for the Be Involved platform. Serve on the Explore Madison and Madison Leads planning committees. Provide operational support and guidance for the Student Government Association in collaboration with organizational advisors including but not limited to election and scholarship allocation support.

#4: Assessment. Work with the Assistant Director and Associate Director to develop and implement ongoing assessment efforts with the expressed purpose of measuring attainment of objectives and program improvement. Assessment should ascertain needs participation and non-participation demographics participant satisfaction and accomplishment of stated goals and learning objectives. Work with Assistant Director to implement new data collection techniques aimed at the purpose of expanding the quality and depth of information Campus Programming utilizes to assess programs. Assessment results should inform resource allocation program improvement the development of new programs and marketing strategies used to reach new student groups.

#5: Marketing. Use various marketing mediums and strategies to disseminate information related to and increase engagement with Student Involvement programs and resources. Work with Assistant Director in utilizing campus marketing resources to improve the branding of all programs. Maintain the Campus Programming portion of the website. Utilize website usage analytics and other inputs in adapting website design marketing efforts and information dissemination.

#6: Budget Management. Utilize program data including budgetary spending in order to evaluate the feasibility and sustainability of programs. Coordinate with SLI staff to maintain the Student Involvement budget ensure appropriate and effective use of available resources and assist in the annual budget development process.

#7: Collaboration. Proactively develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other university stakeholders in order to enhance campus programming. Leverage campus relationships in order to promote efficiency and/or effectiveness in fulfilling the Student Life mission.

#8: Committee Work. Serve on department and university committees as assigned including but limited to the Homecoming and Weeks of Welcome Committees. Actively participate in accomplishing established goals and objectives.

#9: Professional Development. Accomplish a minimum of 20 hours of professional development attend Student Life professional development training participate in staff retreats and other job-related training specific to SLI. Effectively utilize conferences and other professional development opportunities as tools for staying current in the field of student involvement.

#10. Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

Required:
-Demonstrated previous professional experience in a higher education/college student affairs leadership programming setting or similar environment
-A record of commitment to creating welcoming environments
-Commitment to student development and a student-learning environment
-A record of collaboration across functional work areas
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-Experience developing rapport in one-on-one relationships

Additional Considerations:
-Skilled in advising and supporting students in the development of their programming skills
-Knowledgeable in basic marketing skills social media platforms recruitment techniques and
supervisory skills
-Knowledgeable in multiple programming models
-Be current on trends in higher education
-Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office software (specifically Word PowerPoint Excel Teams)

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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