First-Gen Student Success Catalyst

Elon University; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Elon University is seeking a First Generation Student Success Coordinator on Elon Campus. This time-limited, part-time role (3 days/week, 20 hours) supports programs empowering first-generation students academically, socially, and professionally, coordinating with the Assistant Director and Living Learning Community initiatives.

The coordinator will be a visible resource for students while helping advance first-generation student success across campus, contributing to program development,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required and understanding of first-generation student experiences.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Experience co-designing and assessing student programs and support models.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead planning, implementation, and assessment of programs for first-generation students.
• Co-support community-building initiatives (First-Gen Lunches, Community Dinners, etc.).
• Assist with signature programs and events (First-Generation Celebration Series, etc.).
• Contribute to partnership recruitment, logistics, communications, and post-event engagement.
• Build relationships with first-generation students and connect them to campus resources.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director to identify programmatic gaps and improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Cultural fluency

Co-design and program assessment

Event planning and coordination

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

First-generation student experience background

Job description

Elon University is seeking a First Generation Student Success Coordinator on Elon Campus. This time-limited, part-time role (3 days/week, 20 hours) supports programs empowering first-generation students academically, socially, and professionally, coordinating with the Assistant Director and Living Learning Community initiatives.

The coordinator will be a visible resource for students while helping advance first-generation student success across campus, contributing to program development,