Support Coordinator - Student Life

This posting is for a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, staff position.
This position requires significant evening, weekend work and travel with overnight stays.

Salary commensurate with credentials and experience.

In order to be considered for employment, applicant must scan and attach the required documentation to electronic application or mail to: BPCC, Attn. HR, 6220 E. Texas Street, Bossier City, LA 71111.

Required documentation includes: College transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation for employment.

If employed by Bossier Parish Community College, official transcripts must be provided.

Any questions regarding this posting may be directed to hr@bpcc.edu or 318-678-6040.

Bossier Parish Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience in student activities programming.
• Comprehensive typing and computer skills.
• Record of involvement in professional associations.
• Ability to operate within and enhance a team environment; a commitment to working with a diverse student population.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Position requires significant evening, weekend work and travel with overnight stays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear and handle or feel objects and controls. 
• Must have physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment such as, but not limited to, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. 
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
•  Must be capable of sitting in stationary position for 25% or more of time. 

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsThis position is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the Student Life department by communicating effectively and creating a welcoming environment for every individual and providing support to staff and students.

• Coordinate the daily operations of the department including department inquiries and incoming traffic
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment within the Office of Student Life.
• Serve as a liaison for the department in the absence of the Director or Program Coordinator and use independent judgement to make decisions that promote the efficient operation of the department
• Communicate effectively within a diverse college setting, maintain open communication with supervisor and department staff, and relay communications in a timely manner
• Issue student, faculty, and staff ID cards/name badges and maintain ID supplies
• Process and maintain department financial records including purchase requisitions and check requests
• Assist with managing property inventory for the Office of Student Life and maintain store room supplies

• Maintain scheduling and appearance/cleanliness of department conference rooms and/or store rooms
• Process student service and talent-based tuition waivers to ensure eligibility and requirements

• Coordinate student worker work schedules and ensure timesheets are submitted accurately
• Assist in the planning, coordinating and implementing of student activities on and off campus and utilize surveys to assess and evaluate department events and activities
• Assist in promoting department events/activities, student engagement, and campus involvement using various platforms including CANVAS, social media, and on-campus publicity
• Develop, organize and implement student initiatives and programming that will promote high-quality student life experiences and holistic well-being
• Provide input to the Director of Student Life to establish short and long-range organizational goals, objectives, and operating procedures, monitor and evaluate operational effectiveness, and make changes required for improvement
• Assist the Director of Student Life to ensure services and programs meet the needs of the student body
• Provide administrative support for student organizations and organization sponsored events as needed and travel with student organizations to conferences, events, or activities when needed
• Participate in position-related professional development by pursuing a higher degree, continuing education, or attending conferences and workshops.
• Serve on College committees, assist other departments as needed, and attend designated events
• Other duties as assigned by Director, Program Coordinator, and/or Vice Chancellor for Student Services

Salary : $36,932