Student Affairs Program Specialist
The Program Coordinator for Belonging Programs is an integral member of the team primarily responsible for overseeing programmatic initiatives for the Centers for Student Success and Belonging, with a focus on support of the Indigenous Student Center.
The Program Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Indigenous Student Center facility, develops and executes programming, supervises student interns, and leads the planning and execution of campus-wide programming for Native November while supporting broader programming across the Centers for Student Success and Belonging. The Program Coordinator also convenes the Indigenous Student Center Coalition, a group of faculty, staff and student stakeholders representing a variety of campus offices. This position serves as a key resource and collaborator for campus-wide efforts toward access and inclusion.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Organizes student-focused programming and resources to promote new and ongoing educational initiatives
- Support, supervise, and actively mentor student interns, fostering their personal and professional development, while cultivating a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
- Management and general stewardship over daily operations of the Indigenous Student Center, 215 N. Brooks Street, including coordinating reservations for events, office hours, drop-in services, etc.
- Serves as a subject matter expert regarding student affairs to internal and external stakeholders
- Generates and analyzes reports of curricular and unit outcomes
- Creates and maintains schedules, logistics, and resources for one or multiple student affairs programs, activities, and/or services
- Lead campus-wide signature events and programs that foster belonging by creating inclusive, high-impact experiences with students and partners, ensuring responsive, collaborative initiatives that advance student success and cultivate a vibrant, pluralistic campus culture
- Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
Compensation:
The expected starting salary range for this position is $50,000 up to $55,000, depending on qualifications and experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience working effectively with Native nations, tribal governments, or Indigenous communities.
Deep understanding of tribal sovereignty, cultural protocols, and the history of the Native nations in Wisconsin.
Demonstrated ability to connect with, support, and create engagement opportunities for college students from a wide variety of perspectives, beliefs, experiences, and identities.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve problems creatively, while collaborating effectively with varied stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience planning, organizing, and executing student-focused events, programs, or educational initiatives.
Ability to facilitate dialogue groups, programs, and workshops
Strong communication skills (written, oral, and electronic)
Ability to foster collaborative networks and partnerships to benefit students
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience guiding, mentoring, or supervising others (e.g., student staff, interns, or volunteers).
Experience planning, implementing, and assessing student-centered programming or initiatives within a community or campus setting.
Demonstrated ability to develop assessment strategies and utilize data to inform change.
Theoretical and practical understanding of student development and the complexity of social identities, demonstrated through previous programming or student support work.
Education:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Indigenous/Native American/American Indian studies, higher education administration, social work, etc.) preferred
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