What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of Mentoring position at Syracuse University?
Job Description
The Coordinator for Mentoring Programs will focus primarily on the Dimensions Mentoring Program coordinating and managing the student experience, social development, and academic success of all the students in the program. They will contribute to the development of a curriculum, informed by best practices, which provides individualized support for the well-being and sense of belonging of student participants. In addition, the position will provide support to 113 Euclid, Barner McDuffie and the Wellslink Leadership Program in support of planning and implementing programs/events for Belonging and Student Success.
Education and Experience
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
The Coordinator for Mentoring Programs will focus primarily on the Dimensions Mentoring Program coordinating and managing the student experience, social development, and academic success of all the students in the program. They will contribute to the development of a curriculum, informed by best practices, which provides individualized support for the well-being and sense of belonging of student participants. In addition, the position will provide support to 113 Euclid, Barner McDuffie and the Wellslink Leadership Program in support of planning and implementing programs/events for Belonging and Student Success.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- The program coordinator demonstrates an appreciation and commitment to the concerns that impact students served by the Belonging and Student Success Office and all students.
- Strong knowledge and application of student development theory regarding multicultural populations through an intersectional lens.
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, writing and communication skills, including workshop facilitation.
- Familiarity with assessment and evaluation
- Experience supervising student staff is strongly desired.
- Program development and event planning and management.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Experience relevant to working with the student populations served by Belonging and Student Success.
- Programming Coordination & Facilitation: Coordinate and manage Dimensions Mentoring Programs (a mentorship program focused on undergraduate women of color).
- Train and supervise Dimensions graduate student staff.
- Supervise undergraduate student staff (peer mentors) working with Dimensions.
- Oversee recruitment and selection of new mentors/mentees (creating Handshake listing, evaluating candidates, conducting interviews).
- Lead selection and onboarding of academic consultants.
- Create and monitor mentor and mentee applications. Lead mentor/intern interviews.
- Collaborate with academic consultants to plan fall and spring programming for each program.
- Assist with social media presence (Instagram & Facebook) for then program and the department.
- Assist with programming assessment initiatives for the program and department Large-Scale Programming & Major Celebrations: Co-facilitate the Student Leaders Training for all Belonging and Student Success mentors, guides, peer leaders, etc.
- Collaborate with staff on belonging and student success programming including the planning and implementation of the celebratory months, and small to large scale student events, such as end of the year celebrations and receptions.
- Intercultural Engagement (IE) Shared Resources: Provide support for 113 Euclid and Barner McDuffie House as needed.
- Partner with staff of the Intercultural Collective in comprehensive programming and support; represent the Collective at university-wide opportunities (admissions events, family weekend, orientation.
- Assist with the upkeep and maintenance of lntercultural Collective suite (132 Schine) in partnership with other lntercultural Collective staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor Assist partner staff in creating systems for supporting and managing mentors.
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
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