Coordinator, New Student Programs

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a world-class institution that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character – shaped by outstanding academics, facilities and community life – promotes extraordinary student success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000 students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration and community service.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Student Activities Associate (SL-2)

Salary: $47,000

The Coordinator for New Student Programs at Binghamton University will serve as a member of the Orientation team whose responsibilities include designing and implementing an Orientation program for families as they transition into Binghamton University as well as provide support to New Student Programs through managing the day-to-day operations. A successful candidate will need to have outstanding verbal and written communications skills, be organized and have the ability to work in a fact paced work environment. 

Duties of this position include: 

• Assist the Director for New Student Programs with the recruitment, training and supervision of undergraduate Summer Staff and Summer Office Assistants
• Assist the Director for New Student Programs with design, implementation and evaluation of the family Orientations, including summer, fall, and spring Orientations:

               o Serve as primary contact for on campus offices including Auxiliary Services, Health and Counseling and Financial Services; and coordinate their involvement in Orientation
o Develop and implement program sessions for families
o Develop and implement assessment plan

• Assist the Director with the management of the Orientation budget, including purchasing items and processing payments and refunds
• Provide support for general office management including answer phone calls and process work orders
• Serve as the chapter advisor for Phi Eta Sigma, the national honor society for first-year student
• Support New Student Programs with additional programs and events throughout the academic year including the annual B-Photo and New Student Picnic

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One year of post-undergraduate experience
• Experience working in a University setting
• Excellent administrative, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a team atmosphere
• Able to work well in a diverse setting that includes faculty, staff, and students
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs or related field
• Working knowledge of Banner, OmniUpdate, and VZOrientation

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

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Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates.  This requirement extends to employment and admission.  Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR).  Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University’s complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here . 

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange:  http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=154926

Deadline for Internal Applicants: November 8, 2022

Deadline for External Applicants:  Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled. 

Persons interested in this position should apply online.

Please submit:

Resume,

Cover letter, and

Contact information for three professional references

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