Student Life Operations & Engagement Coordinator

Lyon College; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyon College in Batesville, AR seeks an Administrative Coordinator for Student Life to support the Dean of Students and Student Life staff. This full-time role ensures continuity, responsiveness, and high-level administrative service for student engagement, retention, and success.

The coordinator represents the Dean of Students, manages confidential processes, and facilitates leadership opportunities with student groups and campus traditions, while aligning with Lyon College policies and the

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in administrative support, customer service, or higher education.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort with student information systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.
• Commitment to student success, inclusion, and the mission of Lyon College.

Responsibilities

• Executive Support to the Dean of Students: Provide comprehensive administrative support, including scheduling, correspondence, document preparation, project coordination, and confidential record management.
• Operational Leadership for Student Life: Oversee daily operations of the Student Life Office, ensuring efficient workflow, accurate documentation, and timely communication.
• Student Engagement & Leadership Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for students seeking assistance, information, or referrals.
• Homecoming Court Coordination: Lead and manage all aspects of the campus Homecoming Court process, including applications, communication, voting logistics, event preparation, and collaboration with student organizations.
• Supervision of Student Life Work-Study Students: Hire, train, schedule, and supervise work-study students assigned to Student Life.
• Data, Marketing, and Web Coordination: Coordinate student data tracking, marketing materials, and website updates as directed by Student Life staff.
• Clerical and Administrative Management: Maintain all clerical areas of the office, including supply inventories, mail distribution, and financial records.
• Event and Program Support: Assist with planning, logistics, and implementation of Student Life programs, workshops, and campus events.
• Policy and Procedure Alignment: Ensure office practices follow Student Life and institutional policies.
• Campus Collaboration: Work with Residence Life, Counseling, Campus Safety, Health Services, Chaplain's, Office and other departments to support student needs.

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lyon College in Batesville, AR seeks an Administrative Coordinator for Student Life to support the Dean of Students and Student Life staff. This full-time role ensures continuity, responsiveness, and high-level administrative service for student engagement, retention, and success.

The coordinator represents the Dean of Students, manages confidential processes, and facilitates leadership opportunities with student groups and campus traditions, while aligning with Lyon College policies and the