Student Programs Coordinator

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida, Center for Student Involvement, seeks a Coordinator to advise a programming board and develop heritage-based, inclusive programs that enhance student life and campus belonging. The role focuses on leadership development, signature events, and cross-campus collaboration to promote student success.

The Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director and contributes to engagement on and off campus while supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives across undergraduate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least one year of related experience.
• Degree Equivalency Clause allows substitution of work experience for education.
• Preferred: Master's degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Advise programming board and plan transformative signature events and heritage programming.
• Collaborate with student organizations, faculty, alumni, and community partners for engaging experiences.
• Attend and participate in campus initiatives and committees, manage online platforms.
• Coordinate speakers, performances, and campus-wide programs fostering belonging.
• Assess student growth and engagement to strengthen programs.
• Assist with undergraduate and graduate student hiring processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Intercultural understanding

Organization skills

Programming

Time management

Relationship building

Event planning

Customer service

Budget management

Public speaking

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Degree equivalency clause

Job description

Job Description

The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) is a department within Student Success that consists of a team of practitioners who strive to develop interculturally mature global citizens. The work of the office contributes to the commitment of student success, inclusive excellence, and career readiness by appreciative advising and working with student leaders in crafting belonging-based events on campus.

This position is responsible for advising a programming board, a group of undergraduate and graduate student leaders, in the development, organization, delivery, and assessment of programs designed to enhance and support student life and the university experience. The Coordinator also supports and models the vision and goals of the office including developing programming board leaders, signature events, increasing involvement and engagement on and off campus, collaborating with other campus departments, and providing inclusive programming which meets the vast needs of the USF campus community leading to student academic and personal success. The Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director.

Job Description

The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) is a department within Student Success that consists of a team of practitioners who strive to develop interculturally mature global citizens. The work of the office contributes to the commitment of student success, inclusive excellence, and career readiness by appreciative advising and working with student leaders in crafting belonging-based events on campus.

This position is responsible for advising a programming board, a group of undergraduate and graduate student leaders, in the development, organization, delivery, and assessment of programs designed to enhance and support student life and the university experience. The Coordinator also supports and models the vision and goals of the office including developing programming board leaders, signature events, increasing involvement and engagement on and off campus, collaborating with other campus departments, and providing inclusive programming which meets the vast needs of the USF campus community leading to student academic and personal success. The Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director.

Responsibilities

• Directly advise members of the programming board and plan and implement transformative signatures events and heritage programming that celebrates cultures, traditions, histories, and shared experiences of the university community. Oversee the request and spending of members, in consultation with the Assistant Director.
• Collaborate with student organizations, faculty, alumni, and community partners to create engaging interactive and shared experiences.
• Support, attend, and participate in campus initiatives, meetings and programs, and serve on various committees. Participate in evening and weekend activities. Manage platforms such as departmental website pages and social media sites.
• Coordinate speakers, performances, community celebrations, and campus-wide programs that foster appreciation and belonging.
• Assess student growth opportunities and participation to strengthen program and community engagement.
• Assist with the annual undergraduate and graduate student hiring processes in consultation with the Assistant Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor's degree with at least one year of related experience

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or Social Work. 1-3 years experience working in the field of multicultural affairs. Knowledge of underrepresented student concerns in higher education. A practitioner with strong organization skills, programming and time management, and a demonstrated ability to build relationships across cultures.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Previous experience working in a college or university setting with undergraduate and graduate students is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of student and leadership development, student engagement, and student success theories and practices. This person will also have excellent customer service skills, particularly with students and vendors, and experience with purchasing and managing budgets.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

About Us

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.