VSL Program Lead: Student Life & Community Engagement

University of Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a VSL Program Coordinator to provide comprehensive support for co-curricular programming within Volunteerism and Service-Learning and Student Life. The role emphasizes proactive, collaborative, and student-centered approaches to foster community engagement and ensure service accessibility for the UT community.

The coordinator will recruit and develop undergraduate student leaders, oversee Alternative Breaks, supervise student staff, support fundraising,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in higher education or related field.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work as a team.
• Ability to follow instructions with accuracy and without close supervision.
• Goal-driven, self-directed, and creative with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Regular and punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, advise, and develop undergraduate student leaders participating in the Community Engagement Collective and Alternative Breaks.
• Provide programmatic leadership for the Community Engagement Collective and Alternative Breaks, including planning, partnerships, financial and risk management, and evaluation.
• Coordinate and oversee Alternative Breaks logistics, including trip planning and staff training.
• Serve as primary instructor for two academic courses and develop leadership curricula for cohorts of student leaders.
• Supervise and mentor student staff supporting VSL co-curricular programs.
• Support fundraising and donor engagement for VSL programs and engage students in development activities.
• Contribute to VSL and Student Life initiatives through committees, alumni engagement, and outreach campaigns.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a VSL Program Coordinator to provide comprehensive support for co-curricular programming within Volunteerism and Service-Learning and Student Life. The role emphasizes proactive, collaborative, and student-centered approaches to foster community engagement and ensure service accessibility for the UT community.

The coordinator will recruit and develop undergraduate student leaders, oversee Alternative Breaks, supervise student staff, support fundraising,