POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Coordinator is part of Arts & Student Activities (ASA) in Student Affairs at Vanderbilt and is responsible for serving as an advisor to the Vanderbilt Programming Board (VPB) to mentor and support students to be successful in their leadership roles. This position will assist with the logistical details for all programs to ensure that events are successful. This includes, but is not limited to helping secure venues, practice spaces, technical equipment and other A/V needs. The Program Coordinator will oversee the Vanderbilt Programming Board and advise the VPB Executive Board, CityVU and the Music Group. The Program Coordinator will also provide oversight, direction, accountability, and leadership to key operational aspects in ASA including large major scale programming, contracts, and student advisement.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required
• Master’s Degree in Student Personnel, Student Development, Higher Education is strongly preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Experience in student programing and working with students, faculty, staff, and community members is necessary.
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail is necessary.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed is necessary.
• Strong interest in mentoring, advising and supervising staff and students is necessary.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and public relations skills is necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation is necessary.
• 1 – 2 years of professional experience in college student programming is preferred.
• Advising and budget management experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of student development and leadership theory is preferred.
• Knowledge of university administration operations and budget management is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills is preferred.
• Self-starter with an interest in public relations and marketing strategies is preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with other university departments and divisions is preferred.
• Involved in regional and national professional organizations is preferred.

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