Senior Program Coordinator, Culture, Belonging, Cultural Engagement

Clarkson University David D. Reh School of Business

. Advise and support Center-affiliated student organizations on organizational development, recruitment, leadership transitions, succession planning, University policies, event planning, and sustainability .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timePotsdam • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $25 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in student engagement and programming, with a focus on leadership development, event coordination, and fostering inclusive environments. Proficient in communication strategies and collaboration with diverse campus stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Student Engagement/ProgrammingEvent CoordinationLeadership DevelopmentCommunication SkillsCultural Competency

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Hard Skills

Organizational DevelopmentEvent PlanningAssessment MethodsBudget ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

MentoringMotivating StudentsMultitaskingDetail OrientedTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Google DocsSocial Media PlatformsProductivity ApplicationsPeopleSoft

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Diversity and InclusionStudent OrganizationsCampus PartnershipsCultural CelebrationsHealth and Safety Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise and support Center-affiliated student organizations on organizational development, recruitment, leadership transitions, succession planning, University policies, event planning, and sustainability
Develop student leadership opportunities through officer training, workshops, leadership development, and coaching
Coordinate student programming and engagement, including maintaining a master calendar of events, cultural celebrations, educational programs, and engagement initiatives
Support culture, identity, and belonging initiatives with diverse student communities
Foster collaboration among student organizations, academic and administrative departments, faculty, staff, and campus partners
Assist with Center-wide programming and strategic initiatives
Manage event logistics, organizational records, budgets, purchasing, communications, and administrative processes
Develop communication and outreach strategies through digital and campus channels
Assess organization and program effectiveness using participation data, student feedback, and other assessment methods
Identify emerging student needs and communicate trends, concerns, and recommendations to Center leadership
Participate in Center programs, committees, trainings, and special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree required
1-3 years of paraprofessional experience in student engagement/programming
Ability to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends
Ability to travel when necessary
Demonstrated ability to work with major campus stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to relate, motivate, advise, and mentor students
Demonstrated ability to develop and foster an inclusive environment
Demonstrated ability to multitask, be detail oriented, and complete tasks and projects successfully
Proficiency or advanced competency in Google Docs, social media platforms, productivity applications, and PeopleSoft
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse populations
Ability to excel in team environments
Successful completion of a background check, including employment, educational, credential, and criminal-record verification
Ability to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures