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The Leadership and Student Organizations Coordinator will work closely with other professionals on the Involvement Team within the Student Life and Engagement department to manage the administrative and programmatic portfolio. The Coordinator leads and manages the operations of the Office of Leadership and Student Organization. This position develops and implements support programs for student organizations, plans activities and events for students to learn leadership development skills, and works to engage students on campus and in the community. The Leadership and Student Organizations Coordinator reports directly to the Assistant Director of Student Involvement.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree, with at least one year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:  Master's degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel OR 2 years of
experience working in higher education.

SB1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements

A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:

• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
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Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.

Background Checks: This position may require a Level 1/Level 2 background screening prior to employment.

ADA Accommodations: Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the ADA Lead to coordinate your accommodation request.

• Signature Program Development-Plan and host signature programs on behalf of the Office of Leadership and Student Organizations such as The Rocky's Leadership Award Ceremony, Un-Bull-ievable Service Break, and Get on Board Day. The Coordinator is responsible for creating and providing learning experiences for all students which promote leadership education and skill development that will prepare students to lead and function in a diverse and global society. Incorporating current theories, philosophies, and best practices to engage students with leadership development.
• Administrative responsibilities-Serve as primary representative of the office to the campus and community. Hire, train, and supervise all office personnel. Responsible for creating, managing, and administrating all office budgets and operating funds. Maintains all equipment, supplies, and materials of the department. Maintaining the resource library.
• OneUSF Student Engagement Platform Manager-Serve on the OneUSF Student Engagement Platform team as the manager for the St. Petersburg campus. Coordinate the recruitment and recognition of new organizations. Serve as the primary contact for all student organizations. Develop and provide training programs for all student organizations and organization leaders.
• Fiscal and Business Process Responsibilities-Coordinate and oversee the student organizations fiscal and business processes and functions. Serve as a primary contact for all student organizations purchasing operations. Coordinate and collaborate with Student Government on all fiscal and business training programs for student organization leaders.
• Assists with all other tasks and projects associated with the programs, including marketing and website maintenance, developing and implementing programs to foster traditions on campus, and fundraising. Establishes assessment methods to verify learning and effectiveness of initiatives and programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.