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SPIRE Academy

SPIRE Student Success Associate

Geneva, OH · On-site

$13 - $16.25/hr

Support student activities, community-building events, and campus programming. * Encourage student involvement and participation in academy life. * Collaborate with Student Life staff on leadership ...

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How much do student activities jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for student activities in Ohio is $55,705.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,900.00 and $67,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are student activities?

Student activities refer to organized events, clubs, and programs outside of regular academic coursework that are designed to enrich the student experience. These can include sports teams, cultural clubs, student government, volunteering opportunities, and social events. Participating in student activities helps students develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while building a sense of community on campus. They also provide opportunities for networking, personal growth, and relaxation beyond academic life.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student activities coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Activities Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, event planning experience, and typically a bachelor’s degree in education, student affairs, or a related field. Familiarity with campus management software, event registration systems, and social media platforms is often required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you engage students and foster a vibrant campus community. These skills are essential for creating inclusive, well-executed programs that enhance student engagement and campus life.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in student activities, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Student Activities often encounter challenges such as balancing the diverse interests of students, managing multiple events simultaneously, and ensuring high levels of student engagement. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and flexibility are essential for overcoming these obstacles. Collaborating closely with student leaders, faculty, and campus departments can help streamline event planning and foster an inclusive campus culture. Regular feedback from students and team members also helps identify areas for improvement and ensures programming remains relevant and impactful.

What is the difference between Student Activities vs Student Program Coordinator?

AspectStudent ActivitiesStudent Program Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in education, recreation, or related fieldsRequires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer experience in program management or student services
Work EnvironmentSchool campuses, colleges, universities, student centersEducational institutions, community centers, student organizations
Employer & IndustrySchools, universities, student organizationsEducational institutions, nonprofit organizations, community programs
Primary FocusPlanning and executing student events and activitiesManaging student programs, coordinating activities, and supporting student engagement

While both roles focus on student engagement, Student Activities primarily involves organizing events and activities, whereas Student Program Coordinators oversee broader program management and student support initiatives. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are vital in fostering student involvement within educational settings.

What are the most commonly searched types of Student Activities jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Student Activities jobs in Ohio are:

What are popular job titles related to Student Activities jobs in Ohio?

For Student Activities jobs in Ohio, the most frequently searched job titles are:

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What cities in Ohio are hiring for Student Activities jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Student Activities job openings:

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Infographic showing various Student Activities job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,705 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Student Activities Specialist

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Cincinnati State
Education Programs Administration • 10K+ employees
Learn more about Cincinnati Stateexternal

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Student Activities Specialist
Overview
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College invites applications for a full-time Student Activities Specialist (SAS) in Student Success & Development. The SAS assists the Sr. Director of Student Success & Development and contributes to enriching the quality of student life for Cincinnati State students. The SAS is responsible for organizing and promoting programs such as student clubs/organizations, events and social activities. Includes working with students, staff, community members to create a fun and engaging experience. Additionally, the position helps in planning volunteerism opportunities and service learning for students. This position requires an individual that is professional, detail-oriented, methodical, and dependable with excellent customer service skills. The SSS will support an array of services and information related to student supportive services.
Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm with evenings and Saturdays during campus events. Flexible scheduling during peak periods.
Essential Duties
  • Greet and provide quality customer service to all visitors and students to ensure a positive experience.
  • Assist both in person and online students with college resources.
  • Assist with campus wide events, programs and partnerships with community organizations on behalf of Student Activities.
  • Utilize College Platforms (Colleague/Teams/Excel/Informer) to track and collect data of student activities events, walk-in traffic etc.
  • Contribute to ongoing process improvement and refinement to ensure the optimal customer/student experience.
  • Support and contribute to meeting Department and institutional student success goals and key performance indicators.
  • Maintain the upkeep and policies of the Student Identification (Surge Card) systems for in person and on-line services.
  • Assist in maintaining Student Activities websites, social media presence, office e-Forms updates, and other technology.
  • Assist in promoting, and maintaining a professional work environment.
  • Upholds school policies and regulations throughout all student activities.
  • Responsible for maintaining Student Activities promotional materials.
  • Responsible for maintaining up to date campus services/resources on behalf of students for both on and off campus.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Flexible working hours determined by campus events and activities.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree from an accredited college in a relevant discipline.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in higher education student services that demonstrate skills in student support services, student relations/customer relations.
  • Experience and strong competencies in Microsoft Office suite of business software, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Ability to work assigned schedule which may include schedule variations during peak enrollment periods.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor degree
  • One year of professional experience, ideally within a college student activities office.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of issues pertaining to student event planning in higher education.
  • Experience coordinating and prioritizing work and activities of self and others.
  • Proficient in French or Spanish.

Desired Competencies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to handle complex situations with diplomacy.
  • Excellent computer proficiency and experience collecting and analyzing data.
  • Ability to communicate/interact effectively with a diverse professional, staff, community, and student population.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity to students from diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
  • Strong commitment for providing outstanding customer services.
  • Initiative to work independently; a self-motivated team player with emphasis on excellent customer service for internal and external customers.
  • Maintain a philosophy of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate commitment to continuous quality improvement.

Details:
Reports To: Sr. Director of Student Success & Retention
Position Level: Student Activities Specialist
Compensation: $21.75, Pay Grade 18
Contract Affiliation: SEIU
Status: Full-time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits:
Cincinnati State provides employees with high quality and cost-effective benefits with a variety of options:
  • Medical Insurance (PPO- employer covers up to 92% of the premium, HDHP- employer covers 100% of the premium)
  • Dental Insurance (employer covers 100% of the premium)
  • Vision Insurance
  • NO WAITING PERIODS! Medical, Vision and Dental benefits are effective from day one of employment!
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (employer contributions)
  • Short-Term Disability: Offering 60% of your salary with a max of $500 weekly
  • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance (employer paid)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident: Optional at employee expense
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan for employees, spouse and dependents
  • Tuition Waiver for employees, spouse and dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free parking
  • 11 annual paid holidays in addition to generous paid time off options including vacation, sick, personal leave, and winter season days.
  • Employees at Cincinnati State qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement:
As a Cincinnati State employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, you will not contribute to the Federal Social Security system. Instead, our employees will contribute to a State Retirement Plan (SERS or STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP): 403B and/or Deferred Compensation Program 457 Plan.
Cincinnati State is an E-Verify employer:
  • If you're hired, you must complete a Form I-9, which verifies your identity and your legal right to work in the U.S.
  • You'll need to provide original, acceptable documents-no photocopies-to complete the I-9 process.
  • A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: USCIS I-9 website

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
  • The institution declares that it will educate students by means of free, open, and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth.
  • The institution declares that its duty is to equip students with the opportunity to develop the intellectual skills they need to reach their own, informed conclusions.
  • The institution declares its commitment to not requiring, favoring, disfavoring, or prohibiting speech or lawful assembly.
  • The institution declares it is committed to create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth, and tolerates the differences in opinion that naturally occur in a public higher education community.
  • The institution declares that its duty is to treat all faculty, staff, and students as individuals, to hold them to equal standards, and to provide them equality of opportunity, with regard to those individuals' race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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