Program Coordinator, First-Year Experience

Overview:

The program coordinator for student success and the first-year experience assists in developing, implementing, and assessing first-year initiatives. This individual works closely with the assistant dean and staff of student success and the first-year experience to fulfill the goals of the office and uphold the mission of the university while positively impacting the experience of first-year students. The program coordinator works with curricular, transition, and support programs and works collaboratively with a wide range of offices and academic departments. 

At Salem State University, your success and support are our top priorities. We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers you to excel. As part of a team at the Commonwealth’s Civic Engagement University, you’ll be equipped to make a real difference in the lives of our students and the community. We are a proud emerging Hispanic and minority-serving institution committed to advancing social justice and equity. Join us and be a part of a vibrant community where your work truly matters.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• One-two years of work experience at a college/university at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level
• Experience working with college-age students in a leadership, mentoring, or coaching capacity

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Previous experience working with diverse populations
• Experience with planning and implementing events or activities
• Previous supervisory experience
• Excellent organizational, planning, and management skills
• Experience working with first-year student populations and/or demonstrated knowledge of current research, theory, and best practices related to first-year students and/or retention programs

Working Conditions:

This is a permanent, twelve-month, in-person position in Salem, MA, and includes some evening and weekend commitments.

Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5-10 pounds.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email [email protected].

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach resume and cover letter.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruitment Agencies:

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.