Student Engagement and Curriculum Coordinator

Job Description:

The mission of the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Undergraduate Education is to provide resources,
opportunities, and systems that promote student academic success, professional readiness, and personal
well-being throughout their college career. CLA's Office of Student Experience (OSE) accomplishes this
mission via CLA's First Year Experience (FYE) and Transfer Semester Experience (TSE) courses, by
enhancing students' connection to the university, the college, and departments, while also creating a bridge to
the community beyond the university by means of career exploration and engagement opportunities. OSE is
seeking an Academic Experience and Engagement Coordinator to coordinate the co-curricular experiences
and serve as the Lead Instructor for FYE make-up courses by providing a developmentally appropriate
curricular advising experience to help students identify their strengths, clarify their interests, and explore
available areas of study in the context of the liberal arts. The overarching model is one positioned at the
intersection of development and learning, drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives in the professional
literature (for example, self-authorship, appreciative advising, advising as teaching, high-impact educational
practices). OSE courses provide students with a balance of support and challenge, engaging in a professional
practice that is highly contextualized, nuanced, and responsive to the individual learner's preparation, ability,
and interests. Great emphasis is placed on expanded multicultural competence, in line with the broader
university and college goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Furthermore, all courses are responsive to
collegiate and University goals in the areas of student satisfaction, retention, graduation, career readiness, and
timely progress toward degree. OSE partners closely with colleagues throughout the University of Minnesota to
develop robust opportunities with the goals of connecting students with campus resources and engaging
students in reflective learning. Collaboration will include supporting cross-training needs, pursuing
programming and best practices initiatives, and establishing and monitoring key success indicators such as
retention and timely degree progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Curricular Experience Design (40%)

• Coach students through an experience based on student development theory to empower students to
  identify their strengths, clarify their interests, and explore available areas of study in the context of the
  liberal arts. Design the framework, in collaboration with professional colleagues and student leaders, for
  two courses, guiding approximately 150 students in their second through fourth years each semester.
• Facilitate opportunities to increase sense of belonging among students, particularly through
  programming designed to support cohort building to promote retention and graduation.
• Serve as designated lead instructor for two courses.
• Independently create and assess online content in concert with the OSE team.

Co-Curricular Experience Design (30%)

• Develop, in collaboration with OSE colleagues and campus partners, weekly in-person engagement
  experiences to complement the curriculum of all OSE courses
• Create, in collaboration with student staff and campus partners, several events per month designed to
  engage new CLA students. Events should reflect the richness and diversity of the campus, as well as
  connect students with signature engagement opportunities and high-impact practices such as learning
  abroad, research, internships, leadership, community engagement, and student organizations.

Student Peer Team Management (20%)

• Facilitate workshops and training sessions, particularly during the week-long summer retreat and
  ongoing biweekly training sessions.
• Supervise, or co-supervise, one student project team in the areas of Communications & Events,
  Analytics, or Curriculum & Training (determined in collaboration with OSE staff and based on skills,
  experience, and interest).
• Assist in the recruitment and hiring process, with a particular focus on recruiting a qualified, diverse,
  and passionate pool of candidates to fulfill the program's current need to onboard approximately 150
  student leaders per annual hiring cycle.

Advising Projects and Partnerships (10%)

• Work with CLA and University colleagues to develop strategic partnerships, including the CLA Rev. Dr.
  Martin Luther King Jr. program and CLA President's Emerging Scholars program.
• Assist in the development of new programming initiatives with CLA Career & Internship Services, the
  CLA Career Readiness Initiative, the Center for
  Academic Planning & Exploration, University Libraries, and other campus partners.
• Contribute to the overall vision and direction of OSE courses by identifying and pursuing new initiatives
  that align with the core learning outcomes and University Student Learning Outcomes.
• Serve on Collegiate and University committees to streamline initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS in relevant field
• At least 4 years of related professional experience, or a master's degree plus at least two years of
  relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, student services, liberal arts, or a relevant field
• Demonstrated commitment to equal opportunity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent skills in communication (written and oral), multicultural awareness, mastering and
  disseminating complex information, computer literacy (including word processing, database usage,
  email, web searching, and reporting), and time management.
• Capacity to articulate the nature and advantages of a liberal arts education.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of leading theories and best practices related to first-year experience, students in transition,
  and student support.
• Education program development experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience with student staff, including hiring and ongoing training.
• Experience with teaching at the college level, including curriculum creation and knowledge of
  web-based software.
• Experience with University of Minnesota student support services and liberal arts programs.
• Tolerance of ambiguity and enthusiasm for innovation.
• Additional relevant higher education advising, student services, or related experience working with
  college students.

Pay Range: $51500 - $61000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 00% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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The priority application deadline for this position is Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

This position will remain open until filled.

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