Career Center

Department Summary:

• Facilitating the university's orientation and new student transition programs both prior to their enrollment and through their first semester at BSU.
• Campus-wide program development, and advising roles, the department will offer students the chance to develop leadership skills and experience interpersonal interaction that will enhance their personal and academic lives.
• Providing guidance to BSU's 80+ student organizations, supports the planning and implementation of over 400 events per academic year (including 70+ planned by Program Council).
• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Rondileau Student Union, creating a welcoming environment for all members of the BSU community.
• Building connections with families of students to ensure each student receives support in as many ways as possible

Position Summary:

Essential Duties:

• Serve as the advisor to Program Council (PC), BSU's central student event planning and experience creating organization. Work with PC to create and support student-sponsored events for the BSU community that are in concert with the university values of inclusion and equity.
• Utilize diversity and social justice practices to promote student success as it relates to student involvement and student leadership development.
• Coordinate student delegations traveling to conferences focused on student programming and leadership, i.e., the National Association for Campus Activities, etc. Coordinate delegate selection and training and serve as administrative advisor for student travel.
• Support evening and weekend events as necessary/assigned.
• Collaborate in the implementation intentional programs, services and activities on behalf of the Center for Student Engagement, that will meet the unique needs of targeted/designated student populations.

• In collaboration with Program Council, and other campus partners, coordinate student centered aspects of signature campus events, including but not limited to Homecoming, Spring Traditions, departmental initiatives for Opening/Kick-Off Week, New Student Orientation and other programs as they arise.
• Coordinate event planning and marketing efforts around late-night and weekend campus events in collaboration with assigned student employees, Program Council and other departments and partners in the division and throughout the university.
• Coordination of the mascot program for appearances at BSU community events in collaboration with the Department of Athletics.
• In collaboration with a student committee, coordinate the annual Senior/Commencement Ball event, including event development, marketing and ticket sales. Assist with the creation and implementation of additional events and activities related to the completion of the undergraduate experience. Support of programs to celebrate
• Support evening and weekend events as necessary/assigned.
• Collaborate in the implementation intentional departmental programs, activities, and events that will meet the unique needs of all student populations.

• Serve on divisional and university committees as assigned.
• Monitor assigned budgets to ensure appropriate and efficient use of resources.
• Coordinate assessment efforts that inform data-driven decision-making for the programs, services, and activities related to student programming. Support overall department assessment efforts for established learning outcomes across the department around student involvement and student leadership development. Assist in the coordination of departmental events as needed.
• Support department, divisional and university programs as assigned. This includes opening weekend, new student orientation, and commencement activities.
• Coordinate efforts across department staff and other key campus partners to coordinate a student planned events calendar.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of a campus activities setting and of program advising, including experience working with external vendors or similar business practices. Graduate work is acceptable equivalent as is significant undergraduate paraprofessional experience.
• An understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of campus activities as a profession.
• Experience working to incorporate inclusive practices, social and racial justice practices into campus activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to build working relationships with students, faculty, administrators and staff.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to accommodate planned programming initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Development or related field.
• Prior major event management experience.
• Prior budget management experience.

Physical Demands:

Special Conditions:

EEO Statement:

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Special Instructions:

• A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidate's past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates' application materials.

About Bridgewater State University

Since its founding in 1840, Bridgewater has remained steadfast in its commitment to empower individuals and instill in its community an abiding desire to advance the public good. Our rigorous and dynamic academic environment encourages students and faculty to develop their strengths and become leaders in their fields. At the same time, we strive to lead by example. As the university continues to build momentum, we continuously reinvest in the success of our students and our region.

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