at University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Posting Information
First Section
Job Title
Student Activities Specialist DHSI Grant Funded
Position Number
XXXXXX-XX
Organizational Unit
Student Life Student Workers - Joliet, IL
Posting Number
SP0802-16
Requirements
Responsibilities
Summary:
The Student Activities Specialist provides administrative support to the Student Life Coordinator and supports student life activities, including but not limited to assisting with virtual and on campus activities and event set-up/take-down, event logistics, marketing of events, operating social Student Life social media accounts, researching neighboring colleges/universities current programs/activities. This role also supports the Student Activities Board and Commuter Assistants programs, events, activities, and goals.
Job Requirements:
Work with the Student Life Coordinator to design a plan that best fits with the student's career goals and interests (Career and Self Development)
Support Student Life through program advisement, training, and student leadership development
Oversee the planning, implementation, budgeting, supervision, and assessment of student activity programs, services, and events within Student Life (Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership)
Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating student activity/ campus life programs, campus events, and celebrations as assigned
Attend trainings and workshops offered by the Res. Ed and Student Life Department (Leadership and Teamwork)
Assist in the delivery of Welcome Week/Weekend, Homecoming Week, Transfer Orientations, Student Involvement Fairs, and more
Assist in All Staff coverage and supervision of major university events. Included: Welcome Week/Weekend, Homecoming Week, Transfer Orientations, Student Involvement Fair, and more (Leadership)
Assist with recruiting, hiring, and selecting Orientation Board Leaders, Student Activities Board members, and Commuter Assistants (Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership)
Work on all necessary program arrangements for space, publicity, special requirements of performers, and other program needs
Provide on-site supervision of events to oversee facilities use, arrangements, admission, and compliance with policies and to assist in problem resolution (Leadership)
Develop initiatives and work collaboratively with other staff to assist students in their connection and involvement with activities, organizations, and small groups
Maintain information about upcoming events on the Student Life social media platforms (Technology)
Assist with the facilitation of Greek Life Organizations
Research current events, activities, and programs art similar universities that can be implemented at the University of St. Francis (Critical Thinking)
Advise and manage undergraduate student leaders (i.e. Orientation Leaders)
Encourage diverse student involvement by creating diverse and inclusion marketing materials and performing outreach to all students (Equity & Inclusion)
Oversee Student Life Social Media accounts
Co-Advise the Student Activities Board and Commuter Assistants
Performs other related tasks as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Display strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills and the potential to further develop these skills (Communication)
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of St. Francis University
Demonstrated time-management skills and flexibility as well as the ability to think critically and solve problems through complex situations (Critical Thinking)
Ability to work well independently and take initiative to prioritize and complete position duties (Leadership)
Demonstrated enthusiasm for St. Francis community
Ability to adhere to a clearly defined work calendar and to manage multiple deadlines
Flexible and open to working in different modalities (in-person and/or online)
Skilled in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel (Technology)
Social Media Savvy
Available to work during the summer
Comfort with technology and able to pick up new technologies quickly (Technology)
Access to reliable internet
Pay Rate Hourly
$15.00
Hours / Week
10 Per Week
Close Date
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It has been and will continue to be the policy of the University to be an equal opportunity employer. The University will continue to administer all employment matters without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam era or disabled veteran’s status.
