Student - Graduate Coordinator for Returning Student Communities

Butler; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $12,000/year

Tuition assistance $5,000

Residential meal plan

Job summary

Butler is seeking a Graduate Coordinator for Returning Student Communities in Indianapolis to support sophomore and junior students living off-campus housing. The role focuses on student wellbeing, retention, and a smooth transition after graduation.

The position offers a $12,000 stipend per year, 20 hours weekly, and a 10-month appointment (Aug 1–May 31), plus tuition assistance and a residential meal plan. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited institution of higher education.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with college students.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to diffuse and respond effectively to situations involving intense pressures and/or unpredictable persons.
• Physical ability to climb stairs to reach a residence hall top floor in an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Student Growth and Development – support wellbeing and retention for returning students.
• On Call Duty Rotation – respond to emergencies and coordinate with campus resources.
• University and Division Responsibilities – participate in meetings and events.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain records regarding student and building concerns.
• Coordinate annual off-campus housing fair.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with college students

Communication skills

Sound judgment

De-escalation under pressure

Physical fitness

Education

Graduate degree student

Job description

Student - Graduate Coordinator for Returning Student Communities

IN, United States

Job Description

The Graduate Coordinator for Returning Student Communities supportsstudent wellbeing and success forsophomore and juniorstudents livinginon-campushousing.This roleincludes direct student interaction to help support retention initiatives, encourage personal growth and well-being, andpromote a successful transition to whatever comes next.

Duties:

• Student Growth and Development – 30%
• Support students navigating the life cycle of relationships and complex interpersonal dynamics, including participating in roommate mediations and working with students in challenging interpersonal situations
• Coordinate and execute programming explicitly in support of sophomore and junior level students
• Maintain regular contact with students in residence
• Coordinate an annual off-campus housing fair
• Provide information relevant to students transitioning out of campus housing
• Dawg Discussion Follow Up
• Direct student follow up during enrollment periods
• Conduct student check ins and meetings as directed
• Follow up with students after distressing situations
• Maintain complete and accurate records regarding student and building concerns
• On Call Duty Rotation – 10%
• Respond via phone & in-person to various emergency and crisis situations
• Collaborate with emergency personnel and campus resources to provide student support o Submit appropriate documentation to report concerns and actions taken
• Support on-call student staff
• Support all building related tasks including opening, closing, health & safety checks, and all needed maintenance activities
• Work closely with American Campus Communities and Butler Facilities
• Maintain accurate records regarding occupancy, room changes, facilities concerns, and damage billing for the unit
• University and Division Responsibilities – 5%
• Participate in and contribute to division and university meetings and events as directed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited institution of higher education
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills
• Experience working with college students
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
• Ability to diffuse and respond effectively to situations involving intense pressures and/or unpredictable persons
• Physical ability to climb stairs in order to reach the top floor of a residence hall in an emergency situation without assistance

Position Compensation:

• $12,000 stipend per year, paid monthly over a 10 month appointment (August 1 - May 31)
• This position is expected to work 20 hours per week. Hours may vary during peak periods.
• Tuition assistance of $5,000 for a Butler graduate program
• No tuition assistance for Non-Butler Graduate Programs
• Residential Meal Plan during the academic term

Job Info

• Job Identification 2009
• Job Category Student
• Posting Date 06/10/2026, 11:30 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 704 W Hampton Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, US