Department Coordinator IV (Program Coordinator, Programming)

University of Louisville; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville is seeking a Department Coordinator IV (Program Coordinator, Programming) within the University Housing and UHRE to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive residential curriculum that supports student learning, growth, and community engagement.

The role collaborates with campus partners to enhance resident experience, integrates academic support and leadership opportunities, and performs administrative tasks to support department operations and student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing residential education or student engagement programs.
• Experience collaborating with staff, students, and campus partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development and implementation of a residential programming curriculum.
• Manage budget allocations for residential programming initiatives.
• Collaborate with student organizations and campus partners to promote engagement and inclusion.
• Oversee training for staff and student workers involved in programs.
• Assist with orientation, Welcome Week, and move-in events.
• Monitor program compliance and assess curriculum effectiveness through data and reporting.
• Support NRHH and Residence Hall Association leadership initiatives.

Skills

Program coordination

Student engagement

Leadership development

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree or graduate enrollment

Job description

Department:

Location:

Belknap Campus Time Type:

Full time Worker Type:

Regular Job Req ID:

R109658

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 4 (Hourly) Position Description:

The Department of University Housing and the Resident Experience (UHRE) within the Division of Student Affairs is seeking to hire a Department Coordinator IV (Program Coordinator, Programming). The Department Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive residential curriculum, ensuring residence halls are vibrant centers for student learning, personal and professional growth, and community engagement. This position collaborates closely with other University Housing and the Resident Experience (UHRE) staff, UHRE student workers, and University faculty to enhance the resident experience in order to yield student success, retention, and degree completion. The Department Coordinator works to integrate academic support services, leadership development opportunities, and diversity initiatives to help meet the needs of student residents in an ever-changing society. This position also performs various administrative tasks to support UHRE leadership and effective department operations, ultimately impacting residents by providing services that foster responsible involvement in campus and community life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates the development and implementation of the Cardinal Conversations program in collaboration with other staff and student workers, ensuring outreach initiatives align with designated themes and contribute to resident engagement and community-building and student success and retention
• Manage budgetary allocations for residential programming initiatives
• Collaborate with student organizations and other campus partners to promote student engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion; curricular integration; and resident leadership development within campus and throughout the Louisville community
• Coordinates the development, implementation, and evaluation of a residential curriculum that aligns with the University's educational goals and priorities
• Provides ongoing support and guidance to student workers involved with program planning and implementation
• Oversee and maintain the upkeep of resource rooms and stockroom closets, allowing for well-equipped and accessible spaces for staff training, program planning, and resource utilization
• Monitors staff and student employee program compliance across all residence halls, providing guidance and support as necessary to ensure successful implementation
• Assesses the effectiveness of the residential curriculum through data collection, analysis, and reporting and makes recommendations for improvements
• Serves as the co-advisor for the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), collaborating with the Residence Hall Association to promote leadership development and recognition within the residential community
• Oversees resource procurement, resource room maintenance, campus partner outreach and bulletin board resource information
• Develops and delivers program-related training to professional staff and student workers
• Participates to assist with the execution of Division initiatives such as freshman orientation, Welcome Week, and resident move-in events
• Performs other duties and completes special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or active enrollment in a graduate level program at UofL
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and assessing residential education, student engagement, leadership development, or other student learning programs
• Experience with residential curricula, intentional conversations, learning outcomes, or other educational programming models
• Experience collaborating with professional staff, student workers, faculty, student organizations, and campus partners

Work Hours and Location

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a 37.5-hour regular workweek including occasional evening and weekend hours as required. Additional work hours may be required based on department needs, programming, staffing, and/or scheduling. The primary work location for this position is at the Belknap Campus. Occasional overnight travel (for professional development, conferences, student trips, etc.) may be required.

Employee Benefits

The University of Louisville offers competitive benefits and perks to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Please visit the University of Louisville's Total Rewards webpages for details.

Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated the capacity to create supportive work environments, collaborate effectively on teams, and serve the students we admit and aim to attract.

Compensation will be commensurate t