at BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY in Boise, Idaho, United States
Job Description
Job Summary/Basic Function:The Student Organizations Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing a comprehensive array of services, resources, and programs that support the success and sustainability of student organizations. This role fosters student leadership, community building, and campus engagement by advising student leaders, facilitating training and development opportunities, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures. The Coordinator serves as a key liaison between student organizations and campus partners, working collaboratively to create an engaging environment where all students can find a place to connect, lead, and thrive.
Department Overview:
We believe that Boise State University students have the potential to change the world. When students get involved on campus, they extend their learning beyond the classroom, make strong connections to the campus community, gain skills that employers are seeking, and develop the capacity to lead.
Level Scope:
Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry-level professionals and/or support employees.
Essential Functions:
Advising and Student Organization Support
• Provide day-to-day advising and support for student organization officers, members, and advisors.
• Support the training, development, and daily advising of the Associated Students of Boise State University (ASBSU) Funding Board.
• Coordinate the new and returning student organization registration process.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures related to student organizations.
Training, Development, and Leadership Education
• Provide training related to leadership development, organization management, event planning, fundraising, and travel for student organizations.
• Manage the online event registration process, incorporating risk management considerations and connecting student leaders to relevant campus and community resources, processes, and partners.
Program, Policy, and Assessment Support
• Assist with the implementation, direction, and coordination of department assessment efforts related to the student organization experience.
• Assist in the support and coordination of department and campus-wide programs as assigned.
• Manage budget for areas of responsibility.
Collaboration, Engagement, and Campus Integration
• Develop and maintain campus and community partnerships.
• Serve as an engaged member of the Student Involvement and Leadership Center team, contributing to program coordination and ongoing evaluation.
• Participate in divisional and university events, workgroups, or initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Experience in student government and/or organized student activities, which could include professional work experience, graduate assistantship experience, and/or appropriate collegiate experience
• Strong interpersonal skills to support students across different life experiences
• An understanding of student development and creating an environment conducive to student success, as it is described and written about in the current higher education literature
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Budgeting and organizational skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in a field that would prepare them for college student advising, event planning, and curriculum design and development.
Experience with a student engagement platform such as Campus Groups, Engage, Presence, Corq, or InvolveSoft/Cooleaf. Salary and Benefit s:
Salary range begins at $50,065.60 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
- Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
- 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
- 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
- Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
- Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
- See our full benefits page for more information!
Resume or CV detailing work history, education, and qualifications
Cover letter addressing interest in this specific position
Three references, including at least one direct supervisor
About Us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.
Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.
Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
Advertised: June 20, 2025 Mountain Daylight Time
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