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Coordinator, Student Union Programming

JOB SUMMARY 

The coordinator of Student Union Programming helps create and implement engaging campus events through the student led programming board. Duties encompass the development and coordination of programs, events, committees, organizations, and volunteer opportunities. This position will perform advising and supervisory work in the area of student programming to enhance students' knowledge, understanding, and skills essential for academic success, personal development and the exercise of leadership. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on results obtained and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies and Procedures.  

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:       Director, Student Union

Supervises:      Student Assistants

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Develop a wide range of creative and engaging events that foster a sense of community and promote school spirit and participation from TWU community in Denton, Dallas, and Houston.

• Plan and develop special evening and weekend campus programming including TWU Night with the Rangers/Astros and Capture U Graduation Photos.

• Assist the Student Union Director in the coordination of signature university events including Block Party, Boo at the U, and more.

• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise Student Union Programming and Marketing student staff.

• Serve as the advisor for the Student Union Crew volunteer organization.

• Oversees marketing strategy and social media to promote Student Union programs.

• Assists in budget planning.

• Coordinates the representation of the Student Union area during new student orientation including resource fairs, and "Get Involved" presentations. 

• Serves on division and university wide committees as needed, including the Student Life Planning Committee.

• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies and Procedures. 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION 

Bachelor's degree in related area required. Master's degree in higher education, student affairs or related area preferred.

EXPERIENCE

One year of program management experience in student activities or other related to higher education. 

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.  

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Ability to communicate effectively - verbally and written.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public. 

• Ability to provide administrative guidance within the area of responsibility, providing direct training and supervision as needed. 

• Ability to exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. 

• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment. 

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University, an AA/EEO employer, provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category, class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate's ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Woman's University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government.  For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.