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Form of workWe are currently seeking a Student Life Coordinator who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, Student Life and community service.
Job Summary
Responsible for the overall management and implementation of program activities and services that enhance student leadership, participation, good citizenship, success and retention. Prepares, manages and monitors club/organizational budgets, inventories and external contracts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plan, direct, coordinate and implement program activities and services that promote student, participation and encourage faculty and student interaction.
Interpret policies, procedures, issues and provide appropriate directions for their implementation.
Develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate methods for promoting and publicizing student events and activities through the design of calendars, announcement boards, bulletins, flyers, posters, brochures, articles, etc.
Advise new student clubs and organizations about the construction of their constitution and by-laws.
Assess and analyze student needs, interests, and activities, policies, goals and objectives through surveys, questionnaires, interviews, etc.
Plan and conduct leadership training opportunities (e.g., workshops, seminars, meetings, conferences) for faculty advisors and student leaders to inform them about new, revised and updates on policies and procedures.
Serve as an advisor for the Student Government Presidential Council.
Prepare and present status reports (e.g., weekly, monthly and annual) to the college administration.
Actively participate in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the system-wide leadership conference.
Assist with registration activities as assigned.
Participate in college outreach and recruitment activities by providing financial aid, class schedule, and registration information.
Serve on college, and system-wide committees related to student activities functions.
Responsible for hiring, managing, mentoring and evaluating assigned personnel.
May work a flexible schedule, including evening and/or weekends
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in counseling or other student services related area required
- 3 years combined experience in outreach activities between a college or university and the community, and working with volunteers in an academic/student service related area in a higher education or community college environment required
- Experience working with volunteers and understanding of service learning preferred
Licensing & Certification
- Valid Texas Driver License
Special Skills
- MS Office Programs
- Information Management Systems
Competencies
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
Working Conditions
General office. May frequently be required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer, photocopier, file cabinets, and calculator. Manual dexterity, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, ability to reach and bend, and use 2-step stool while safely lifting and lowering boxes. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
The Opportunity
You: Outgoing, energetic and you love meeting and helping people - especially students.
Your mission: Manage and implement program activities and services that enhance student leadership, participation, good citizenship, success and retention.
Your methods: Variety will be the name of the game. You'll be publicizing student events; working with new student organizations on their constitutions and bylaws; encouraging faculty and student interaction; and getting involved with outreach and recruitment efforts.
Next steps: If you want to meet and work with lots of great people (students, faculty and staff), and play a pivotal role in creating an exceptional student experience at HCC, your next step should be to submit your application today.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.
- 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
