Career Center
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Senior Coordinator of Student Employment plays a pivotal role in shaping a consistent,
supportive, and development-focused employment experience for student workers across the university. This position advances institutional
goals by ensuring student employment is accessible, fostering meaningful and engaging on-campus work opportunities, and strengthening
alignment across the full student employee life cycle-from recruitment and onboarding through development and recognition. The Senior
Coordinator collaborates broadly with campus partners, supports both supervisors and students, and leads initiatives designed to enhance the
quality, consistency, and impact of student employment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Strategic
Leadership & Coordination
- Coordinate student employment initiatives within the Career Center team.
- Develop
strategies to identify and address barriers to student employment participation. - Create and maintain strong partnerships with campus
departments to elevate student employment and enhance the student experience. - Develop, refine, and implement policies and processes
that improve all phases of the student employee life cycle. - Assess program effectiveness through data tracking and collecting
stakeholder input to continuously make improvements.
Recruitment & Outreach
- Coordinate with departments to
develop new positions, craft job descriptions, and post opportunities while following federal, state, and Mizzou standards. - Promote
the benefits of student employment to prospective and current students through presentations, events, and campus
communications. - Provide individualized consultations to students seeking guidance on campus employment.
- Coordinate
recruitment activities, including events during Summer Welcome and part-time job fairs, connecting students with campus
employers. - Collaborate closely with the Work-Study Employment Coordinator on overlapping processes, communication, training
sessions, and events.
Student & Supervisor Support
- Serve as a primary resource for resolving concerns
throughout the student employee life cycle, including onboarding challenges, job search coaching, and resolving on the job
issues. - Guide students through required hiring and onboarding processes, including forms and New Employee
Registration. - Communicate clearly and consistently with students, families, on-campus employers, and campus offices.
- Support
institutional compliance, risk management, and HR related protocols.
Training, Development, &
Performance
- Identify training needs for student employees and supervisors based on role specific
responsibilities. - Provide relevant training for student employees, including training on career preparation, transferable skills,
and career readiness. - Coordinate professional development programs for supervisors of student employees.
- Consult with
students experiencing workplace concerns and make referrals when appropriate. - Promote recognition programs and appreciation efforts
to cultivate a positive employment culture.
Collaboration & Campus Partnerships
- Maintain regular
collaboration with Student Financial Aid, Human Resources, Shared Services, and other key partners. - Serve as a campus-wide resource
on student employment regulations, processes, and best practices.
Additional Responsibilities
- Engage in
ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge of federal regulations, compliance, and student employment best
practices. - Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Career Center and
university.
Shift
M-F 8am – 5pm, some weekend and evening work
Minimum
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of
experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (higher education, student personnel, human resources, or a related
area), or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. - Three years’ experience in higher education, career services, student supervision, recruitment, human resources, financial aid, or
related area. - Strong team player with ability to collaborate with, support, and manage expectations of students and
supervisors. - Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain processes and policies clearly to varied audiences.
- Experience delivering training or facilitating workshops for students, supervisors, or staff.
- Ability to work independently
and proactively find solutions. - Experience planning and executing small and large events.
- Demonstrated strength in
organization, attention to detail and accuracy. - Comfort with technology, including Microsoft Office tools and online employment
platforms.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $52,915.20 – $74,484.80 annually
Grade:
GGS-010
University Title: Senior Student Service Coordinator
Internal applicants can determine their University title by
accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Online application, resume, references on
request
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high
quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an
attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and
the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering
big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues
and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,
Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As
part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans,
retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
