Orientation And First-year Experience Coordinator (newark)

The Ohio State University

Newark, Ohio, US
Base: $51,500-$58,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Develop and implement first-year experience initiatives
Coordinate new student orientation programs
Foster student engagement and belonging
Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for programs that support new students in their transition to college life

Job Summary

  • Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for programs that support new students in their transition to college life.
  • Develop, implement, and assess comprehensive orientation programs and year-round first-year experience initiatives that foster student engagement, belonging, social life, retention, and academic success.
  • Collaborate regularly with a broad range of campus stakeholders in support of inclusive FYE and orientation content that integrates academic and co-curricular components.

Matching Summary

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for programs that support new students in their transition to college life.

Salary

Base: $51,500-$58,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and implement first-year experience initiatives
  • Coordinate new student orientation programs
  • Foster student engagement and belonging
  • Collaborate with campus stakeholders
  • Design and implement assessment tools

Nice-to-have

  • Holistic student development
  • Inclusive campus experience
  • Innovative thinker and problem solver

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field
  • 4+ years of professional experience in higher education/student affairs
  • Understanding of diverse, mostly commuter-based college environment
  • Knowledge of high-impact practices for student transition
  • Awareness of parent concerns for traditional-aged students
  • Ability to develop strategies and handle multiple tasks
  • Strong project management skills
  • Experience developing and supervising staff
  • Evening and weekend work may be required

Work Rights

Not specified

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