Coordinator of Native Student Services

The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law

Vermillion (SD)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 53,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of South Dakota seeks a Coordinator of Native Student Services in Vermillion to support students enrolled or eligible for enrollment with federally recognized tribes. The role focuses on rural and reservation communities, reporting to the Director NSS, and advancing programs and partnerships across campus.

Responsibilities include leading programming, managing resources, mentoring students, and building collaborations such as the Housing Wiyuskinyan Unpi Tipi Living Learning

Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently without clear direction.
An experienced collaborator within higher ed and/or departments and organizations across USD’s campus.
Exceptional organizational and administrative abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the administration, implementation and assessment of Native Student Services’ programming.
Assist with managing financial resources for Native Student Services, including tracking expenditures and preparing financial reports.
Facilitate programming and events focused on academic culture and academic success, career readiness, and civic engagement; mentor students.
Build belonging and community, and assist with recruiting, retaining, and fostering the success of rural and reservation students.
Advise student organizations with Native culture and support non-Native groups with first generation and rural students.
Manage the Native American Cultural Center and oversee Work-Study employees.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Collaborator in higher education

Organizational and administrative

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Posting Details

Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Coordinator of Native Student Services Posting Number NFE03084P Department USD-Student Services Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text

The University of South Dakota is seeking to fill the position, Coordinator of Native Student Services. This position will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Native Student Services (NSS) and will support efforts focused on students enrolled or eligible for enrollment with a federally-recognized tribe with a federally recognized Indian tribe or who may be eligible for enrollment, with an emphasis on students from rural and reservation communities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the administration, implementation and assessment of Native Student Services’ programming. Assist with managing financial resources for Native Student Services, including tracking expenditures and preparing financial reports.

Facilitate programming and events focused on academic culture and academic success, career readiness, and civic engagement; as well as providing mentorship to enrich the social and cultural university experience

Build a sense of belonging and community and assist with recruiting, retaining, and fostering the success of students from rural and reservation communities.

Serve as a bridge for strategic partnerships that will lead to programs, services, and strategic initiatives that focus on increasing the access, persistence, retention, and success of students. Principle among these are the University Housing Wiyuskinyan Unpi Tipi Living Learning Community, the Opportunity Center and TRIO Student Support Services.

Work with and support all USD faculty, staff, and students in improving awareness regarding Native Student communities, issues, and experiences.

Serve as a resource to and work collaboratively and cooperatively with other campus offices and constituencies as needed and able.

Advise one or more student organizations with an emphasis on Native culture and provide advisory support to non-Native student organizations with an emphasis on first generation and rural students.

Manage the Native American Cultural Center and oversee Work-Study employees.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of college students from varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

Experience working with students in a post-secondary learning environment, including student programming, student affairs, advising, admissions, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently without clear direction

An experienced collaborator within higher ed and/or departments and organizations across USD’s campus

Exceptional organizational and administrative abilities

Posting Date 10/01/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 10/19/2026 Advertised Salary Starting salary $46,421; based on qualifications Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

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Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Weekends/Holidays If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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