The University of Chicago is hiring a Coordinator, Student Activities to be a key resource for student leaders and a driver of campus vibrancy. As part of the Center for Leadership and Involvement (CLI), you will play a formative role in facilitating student learning, engagement, and success.
What You'll Do
- Advise and support a diverse portfolio of Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs), providing mentorship, programming support, risk management, policy compliance, financial training, and connection to campus resources.
- Design and execute a year-round calendar of CLI staff-driven programs that foster student engagement, promote community building, and provide access to cultural, social, and artistic experiences in Chicago.
- Oversee daily operations of the Student Activities Center (SAC), including budgeting, inventory management, space maintenance, service delivery, and copy charge administration.
- Supervise, train, and mentor a team of Student Activities Center Assistants (SACAs).
- Collaborate with Campus and Student Life and other campus partners to plan and implement activities tied to key University traditions, including Orientation and Homecoming.
- Support broader Campus and Student Life efforts by assisting with campus events, office projects, and student life initiatives, including attending and monitoring major CLI and University events.
- Develop training materials, workshops, and development opportunities that strengthen student leadership skills and organizational capacity among RSOs and student workers.
- Serve as a reliable campus resource by maintaining strong relationships with students, staff, and faculty, offering flexible and responsive support, including availability during evenings, weekends, and emergent campus needs.
What We're Looking For
- College or university degree in related field.
- Knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts field.
- Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, or student personnel.
- Demonstrated success in working with diverse and complex student organizations.
- Experience in working with students and advising student organizations in a student affairs or student life environment.
- Event planning experience (vendor management, contract overview, etc).
- Experience in organizational bookkeeping or budget management.
- Prior experience in the preparation and presentation of workshops.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and conflict resolution techniques.
- Ability to work independently and carry out assignments and projects without detailed instructions.
- Ability to understand the needs of the University of Chicago community and work with students, faculty and staff in a wide array of situations.
Team & Environment
You will be a member of the Center for Leadership and Involvement (CLI) within Campus and Student Life.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00
- Health, retirement, and paid time off benefits.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Chicago, IL.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
