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OSE Student Engagement and Curriculum Coordinator

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400


About the Job

The Office of Undergraduate Education in the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) invites applications for the position of Engagement & Curriculum Coordinator in CLA's Office of Student Experience (OSE).The mission of 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. OSE accomplishes this mission via CLA's First Year Experience (FYE) and Transfer Semester Experience (TSE) courses, enhancing students' connection to the university and the community beyond through career exploration and engagement opportunities.OSE seeks an Engagement & Curriculum Coordinator to coordinate the FYE by providing curricular advising 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 positioned at the intersection of development and learning, drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives in professional literature. The FYE provides students with a balance of support and challenge, engaging in a professional practice that is highly contextualized and responsive to the individual learner's preparation, ability, and interests. Great emphasis is placed on expanded multicultural competence, aligning with the broader university and college goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.OSE partners closely with colleagues throughout the University of Minnesota to develop robust opportunities aimed at connecting students with campus resources and engaging them in reflective learning.Responsibilities

First-Year Student Experience Design (50%)

Coach students through an experience based in student development theory to empower them to identify their strengths, clarify their interests, and explore available areas of study in the context of the liberal arts. Design the framework for two First Year Experience courses, guiding approximately 2,500 students each semester.Develop weekly in-person engagement experiences to complement the curriculum of the courses, reflecting the richness and diversity of campus.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 FYE courses (CLA 1001 and CLA 1002).Independently create and assess online content in concert with the OSE team.Student Peer Team Management (25%)

Facilitate workshops and training sessions, particularly during the week-long summer retreat and ongoing biweekly training sessions.Supervise, or co-supervise, one FYE Student Director position in the areas of Communications, Analytics, or Event Programming.Assist in recruitment and hiring process, focusing on recruiting a qualified, diverse, and passionate pool of candidates to onboard approximately 150 student leaders per annual hiring cycle.Advising Projects and Partnerships (25%)

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 and other campus partners.Contribute to the overall vision and direction of FYE by identifying and pursuing new initiatives that align with the core learning outcomes and/or the CLA Roadmap.Serve on Collegiate and University committees to streamline initiatives.Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS in a relevant fieldA minimum of 3 years of related professional experiencePreferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in counseling, student services, liberal arts, or relevant field with a minimum of 1 year of related professional work experienceDemonstrated commitment to equal opportunity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.Excellent skills in communication, multicultural awareness, computer literacy, 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 and student support.Education program development experience.Leadership or supervisory experience with student staff.Experience with teaching at the college level, including curriculum creation.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.The Salary range for this position is $47,000.00 - $57,000.00 Depending on Qualifications.

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