Program Coordinator, Student Life

Ohlone College; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohlone College in Fremont, CA invites applications for a Program Coordinator, Student Life. This full-time role supports the Student Services division and the Associated Students of Ohlone College, coordinating programs and activities that engage a diverse student body.

The ideal candidate will plan events from concept through execution, collaborate with clubs and community partners, and monitor budgets to deliver meaningful student experiences while fostering belonging across backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, lead, and assess special projects, major events, and activities in support of Student Life. Coordinates project workflow, identify assignments, track progress, and ensure completion.
• Develops, implements, and coordinates student services activities and student-related leadership programs, including social activities, cultural, holiday and music events, special performances,

Job description

Program Coordinator, Student Life

Ohlone College

Salary:$72,252.00 - $92,268.00 Annually

Job Type:Full-Time

Division:Student Services

Opening Date:09/21/2026

Location:Fremont Campus

Job Number:202300208

Department:Student Services

Bargaining Unit:California School Employees Association (CSEA)

Ideal Candidate Statement

The ideal candidate for the Student Life Coordinator position is a student-centered professional who builds authentic relationships and inspires student leaders to grow into confident, engaged campus citizens. They bring hands-on experience developing and advising student government, clubs, and organizations, with the skill to translate policy and compliance requirements into accessible guidance for students navigating leadership for the first time.This candidate is a capable event planner who can manage the full arc of major programs-from concept through logistics, staffing, and post-event evaluation-while remaining calm and resourceful when plans shift. They demonstrate sound judgment in monitoring departmental budgets and expenditures, balancing fiscal responsibility with the creativity needed to deliver meaningful student experiences.Equally important, this person leads with empathy: they recognize that student engagement is inseparable from student well-being, and they respond to students' needs with patience, care, and cultural humility. They actively foster a sense of belonging for students across backgrounds, and they work intentionally to support historically underserved populations. The ideal candidate is a culture add to Ohlone College, not a culture fit, who strives to partner well with staff, faculty, and community stakeholders to build a vibrant, inclusive campus life.

Position Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Student Life, the Student Life Coordinator plans, organizes, coordinates, and implements creative programs and activities that meet the needs of Ohlone's diverse student body. The Student Life Coordinator enhances the growth and development of all students by providing social, cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for all students to engage with the campus and the community. This position will directly support the Associated Students of Ohlone College, Inter-Club Council and student clubs and student organizations. The Student Life Coordinator will also collaborate with the surrounding community to advance student engagement and co-curricular learning opportunities.

*Job description updates pending CSEA approval.*

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate, organize, lead, and assess special projects, major events, and activities in support of Student Life. Coordinates project workflow, identify assignments, track progress, and ensure completion.
2. Develops, implements, and coordinates student services activities and student-related leadership programs, including social activities, cultural, holiday and music events, special performances,