Residential Student Learning and Success Coordinator

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is looking for a Residential Student Learning and Success Coordinator to enhance the success and engagement of residential students. This role involves developing and managing support initiatives within residence halls and overseeing a team of approximately 80 student staff.

Key responsibilities include event planning, student supervision, and connecting students to academic services. Ideal candidates will have experience in student development and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in student staff supervision and management.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Knowledge of student development and success strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of success centers and learning spaces.
• Lead residential student success strategies and events.
• Connect residential students to campus academic services.

Skills

Student staff supervision

Event planning and facilitation

Budget management

Technology and systems administration

Assessment and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Division of Student Life is accepting applications for the Residential Student Learning and Success Coordinator within Residential Life. In this role, you will advance the student success, skill development, and sense of belonging of residential students by developing and managing support initiatives within residence halls, apartment communities, and residential student success centers. You will foster meaningful student engagement through inclusive, accessible programming and learning opportunities that connect residential students to UB.

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Residential Curriculum & Student Success, you will lead the implementation of residential student success strategies and events, oversee the daily operations of success centers and learning spaces, and supervise a large student staff team of approximately 80 employees.

This is a 12‑month, live‑off position. Your duties may include:

• Student staff supervision
• Student success and retention initiatives
• Event planning and facilitation
• Residential curriculum
• Space and facilities management
• Budget and resource management
• Technology and systems administration
• Administrative coordination and time management
• Assessment and reporting

Residential Student Learning and Success Coordinator plays a central role in connecting residential students to campus academic services, supporting students experiencing academic challenges, and integrating strategic learning initiatives within the residential experience. The position oversees operational systems, student staffing, and assessment efforts to ensure the effectiveness of residential success strategies and to continuously enhance student engagement and belonging.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.