Student Success Programs Coordinator

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Student Success Associate to support the Office of Undergraduate Education, coordinating events, front desk operations, and HR tasks for student staff. This Civil-Service, full-time role requires strong communication, organization, and customer service skills in a fast-paced university environment.

Responsibilities include leading campus-wide trainings, managing budgets, coordinating vendor contracts, and maintaining advising resources and calendars.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience in administrative, program, or event coordination including event logistics and basic budget/purchasing reconciliation.
• Proven organizational skills with ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle complex requests.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and electronic calendaring.
• Exceptional customer service skills focused on supporting undergraduate students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead event management including planning, budgeting, and evaluation for the Student Success Units.
• Coordinate logistics for campus events: venue, catering, tech support, RSVPs, setup, and materials.
• Maintain records to ensure policy compliance and develop budget proposals for future periods.
• Manage vendor contracts and negotiations for space rentals, catering, and equipment.
• Supervise student employees and oversee front desk operations in 511 Bruininks Hall.
• Handle HR requests and hiring workflows for student staff in selected units.
• Create and maintain central advising resources, calendars, and event web pages.

Skills

Event coordination

Project management

Budget reconciliation

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Electronic calendaring

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Student Success Associate to support the Office of Undergraduate Education, coordinating events, front desk operations, and HR tasks for student staff. This Civil-Service, full-time role requires strong communication, organization, and customer service skills in a fast-paced university environment.

Responsibilities include leading campus-wide trainings, managing budgets, coordinating vendor contracts, and maintaining advising resources and calendars.