Student Activities & Engagement Coordinator
JOB LOCATION:
___ Fully Remote
___ Hybrid (Some remote work some on campus work)
_X__ On Campus
Position Summary
Spalding University’s Office of Student Affairs seeks a student-centered, creative, and inclusive professional to serve as the Student Activities & Engagement Coordinator. This role is essential to fostering a vibrant campus environment rooted in belonging, connection, and student success.
The Coordinator leads the design, implementation, and assessment of co-curricular programs, student activities, and leadership development initiatives that engage a diverse student population, including traditional, adult, graduate, and online learners. Working closely with student leaders and campus partners, this position cultivates meaningful opportunities for involvement, leadership growth, and community building.
Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Coordinator plays a central role in strengthening student connection to Spalding University by creating inclusive experiences that promote engagement, retention, and holistic development.
Key Responsibilities
Student Engagement & Campus Programming
- Design, implement, and assess a robust calendar of inclusive educational, social, and community-building programs
- Plan and execute signature campus events such as Welcome Week, Student Involvement Fair, leadership workshops, and campus-wide activities
- Create intentional opportunities that foster student belonging, connection, and engagement
- Maintain a visible and active presence at campus events to build relationships and support student participation
- Coordinate weekly campus communications highlighting student activities and engagement opportunities
- Support marketing and promotion of events through social media, digital communications, and campus partnerships
Student Leadership Development
- Advise and support student organizations, including Campus Activities Board (CAB) and Student Government Association (SGA)
- Develop and facilitate leadership training, workshops, and ongoing development opportunities
- Empower students to initiate and lead programs that enhance campus life
- Attending student organization meetings regularly to provide guidance and support
- Foster a culture of student voice, ownership, and shared responsibility for campus engagement
Belonging, Retention & Student Success
- Develop strategies and programs that strengthen student belonging and connection to the institution
- Support First-Year Experience and transition programming
- Collaborate with campus partners to design retention-focused initiatives
- Motivate and encourage student participation across diverse student populations
- Ensure programming reflects inclusive practices and addresses the needs of all students
Residence Life Collaboration
- Partner with Residence Life to support residential engagement and community development
- Assist with Resident Assistant (RA) training related to programming and engagement
- Support major residential events such as move-in and community-building initiatives
Operations & Administration
- Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and tracking expenses for student activities and programs
- Coordinate logistics for events, including space reservations, vendor communication, and resource management
- Maintain accurate records of programs, participation, and assessment outcomes
- Supervise student workers or graduate assistants supporting campus programming
Collaboration & Institutional Engagement
- Partner with campus offices such as Admissions, Counseling Services, Dining, IT, and Facilities to support student-centered initiatives
- Contribute to campus committees, student satisfaction efforts, and institutional events
- Support recruitment and visit events by showcasing student engagement opportunities
- Promote a campus culture grounded in equity, compassion, and community
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field preferred
- Experience in student activities, campus programming, leadership development, or related areas
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and engage diverse student populations
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience advising student organizations or supervising student staff preferred
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student-centered practice
Preferred Competencies
- Passion for student belonging, engagement, and leadership development
- Creativity and innovation in program design and student outreach
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Enthusiasm for building a vibrant, inclusive campus community
Work Environment Expectations
- Frequent evening and occasional weekend hours to support student events
- Active campus presence and engagement with students across settings
This position is ideal for a dynamic professional committed to helping students find connection, purpose, and leadership opportunities during their Spalding experience.
CONTACT
All applications are made through the Paycom Applicant Tracking System.
ABOUT SPALDING UNIVERSITY:
Spalding University offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, Spalding matching contribution up to 5% to your 403b/Roth retirement plan, generous Paid Time Off program, Parental Leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance and long-term disability, paid time for volunteering, and more.
Situated in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, Spalding University combines a rich social justice history and a commitment to community service as we attract students who desire a high-quality education in a very personalized setting. An engaged faculty serves nearly 2,000 students at the bachelors’, master’s and doctoral levels, providing real-world learning in liberal and professional studies.
Faculty, staff and students are united by the institutional mission: Spalding University is a diverse community of learners dedicated to meeting the needs of the times in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth through quality undergraduate and graduate liberal and professional studies, grounded in spiritual values, with an emphasis on service and the promotion of peace and justice.
With a focus on service and leadership, Spalding offers all students a mission-driven connection to community and comprehensive learning resources while striking a distinctive balance serving the educational needs of both the traditional student and the working student. In addition, our unique 8-week class delivery format affords students scheduling flexibility amidst other life responsibilities.
Spalding aspires to become the first choice for students of compassion and service. Celebrated for a rigorous yet nurturing environment, emulated for interdisciplinary collaborations, and acclaimed for contributions to the community.
Spalding University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University complies with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It is the University’s policy not to discriminate against any individual or group of individuals and to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status or other protected status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
