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Position Description:
The Assistant Director for Multicultural Student Engagement (ME) is a member of the Office of Student Engagement & Experiences (SEE) and reports to the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement. The Assistant Director advances the department's commitment to helping every student find connection, purpose, and belonging at Valparaiso University. Through the interconnected areas of student identity development, leadership, student organizations, and cultural engagement, the Assistant Director creates transformative opportunities that empower students to explore who they are, learn from others, celebrate diverse perspectives, and actively shape their Valpo experience. Guided by the University's mission to lead and serve while building lives for good, this position fosters an engaged campus community where every student has opportunities to thrive.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive student engagement strategy that advances identity development, belonging, intercultural learning, leadership development, and cultural celebration in alignment with Student Life strategic priorities.
2. Recruit, supervise, train, and mentor Multicultural Student Engagement Ambassadors, supporting their professional growth and peer leadership capacity.
3. Advise culturally-based student organizations by providing ongoing leadership coaching, organizational development, officer transition training, event planning guidance, and strategic consultation.
4. Lead the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of campus-wide cultural celebrations, heritage and awareness month initiatives, educational workshops, keynote speakers, performances, and community-wide engagement opportunities.
5. Collaborate with Office of Student Engagement & Experiences colleagues to ensure Multicultural Student Engagement is integrated throughout the student experience, including New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, leadership development, student organizations, campus traditions, and co-curricular programming.
6. Utilize assessment tools, student feedback, participation metrics, and national best practices to evaluate initiatives and continuously improve student learning and engagement outcomes.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Student Affairs, Leadership, Counseling, or a related field.
Three to five years of progressively responsible professional experience in student engagement, student affairs, multicultural student engagement, leadership development, or related areas.
Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity and proven competency in engaging effectively with diverse student populations and community stakeholders.
Direct professional experience advising, coaching, and mentoring student organizations and student leaders.
Highly developed interpersonal, intercultural, and oral and written communication abilities.
Comprehensive understanding of student development theory, identity development frameworks, and student privacy standards (including FERPA).
Other Qualifications:
Proven experience recruiting, training, supervising, and mentoring student staff and student ambassadors.
Demonstrated expertise in large-scale event management, including campus-wide cultural celebrations, heritage month initiatives, and speaker series.
Experience developing and facilitating student leadership curricula and structured dialogue programs.
Familiarity with student engagement software platforms, student organization management, and institutional financial/budgetary procedures.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across divisional lines with faculty, staff, alumni, and external community partners.
Capacity to operate independently, solve problems proactively, and prioritize multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
Alignment with the mission of a university dedicated to Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this position, you must upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of 3 professional references
- Answer all application questions
Please address the cover letter to:
Office of Student Engagement & Experiences - Student Life
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana
Position Description:
The Assistant Director for Multicultural Student Engagement (ME) is a member of the Office of Student Engagement & Experiences (SEE) and reports to the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement. The Assistant Director advances the department's commitment to helping every student find connection, purpose, and belonging at Valparaiso University. Through the interconnected areas of student identity development, leadership, student organizations, and cultural engagement, the Assistant Director creates transformative opportunities that empower students to explore who they are, learn from others, celebrate diverse perspectives, and actively shape their Valpo experience. Guided by the University's mission to lead and serve while building lives for good, this position fosters an engaged campus community where every student has opportunities to thrive.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive student engagement strategy that advances identity development, belonging, intercultural learning, leadership development, and cultural celebration in alignment with Student Life strategic priorities.
2. Recruit, supervise, train, and mentor Multicultural Student Engagement Ambassadors, supporting their professional growth and peer leadership capacity.
3. Advise culturally-based student organizations by providing ongoing leadership coaching, organizational development, officer transition training, event planning guidance, and strategic consultation.
4. Lead the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of campus-wide cultural celebrations, heritage and awareness month initiatives, educational workshops, keynote speakers, performances, and community-wide engagement opportunities.
5. Collaborate with Office of Student Engagement & Experiences colleagues to ensure Multicultural Student Engagement is integrated throughout the student experience, including New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, leadership development, student organizations, campus traditions, and co-curricular programming.
6. Utilize assessment tools, student feedback, participation metrics, and national best practices to evaluate initiatives and continuously improve student learning and engagement outcomes.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Student Affairs, Leadership, Counseling, or a related field.
Three to five years of progressively responsible professional experience in student engagement, student affairs, multicultural student engagement, leadership development, or related areas.
Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity and proven competency in engaging effectively with diverse student populations and community stakeholders.
Direct professional experience advising, coaching, and mentoring student organizations and student leaders.
Highly developed interpersonal, intercultural, and oral and written communication abilities.
Comprehensive understanding of student development theory, identity development frameworks, and student privacy standards (including FERPA).
Other Qualifications:
Proven experience recruiting, training, supervising, and mentoring student staff and student ambassadors.
Demonstrated expertise in large-scale event management, including campus-wide cultural celebrations, heritage month initiatives, and speaker series.
Experience developing and facilitating student leadership curricula and structured dialogue programs.
Familiarity with student engagement software platforms, student organization management, and institutional financial/budgetary procedures.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across divisional lines with faculty, staff, alumni, and external community partners.
Capacity to operate independently, solve problems proactively, and prioritize multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
Alignment with the mission of a university dedicated to Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this position, you must upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of 3 professional references
- Answer all application questions
Please address the cover letter to:
Office of Student Engagement & Experiences - Student Life
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in student engagement coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related field
- Experience planning, coordinating, and assessing student programs or events
- Proficiency with student information systems and case management platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse student populations
- Ability to collect program data and produce reports for institutional stakeholders
- Experience with crisis intervention, Title IX awareness, or student conduct processes
Tips for Your Student Engagement Coordinator Job Search
Quantify your program outcomes on your resume
Hiring managers in this field want to see what your programs actually produced. Replace vague duties with results: how many students you engaged, how retention or participation shifted, or how many events you coordinated per semester.
Tailor your resume to the institution type
A community college coordinator role emphasizes wraparound support and first-generation student outreach, while a four-year university may prioritize leadership development or Greek life oversight. Read each posting carefully and mirror its language in your application materials.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists student engagement coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight case management and advising experience separately
Many postings distinguish between event-programming coordinators and those handling at-risk student caseloads. If your background includes one-on-one advising or crisis intervention, call that out in its own resume section rather than burying it under general duties.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for this role routinely ask how you handled a disengaged student cohort, a failed program, or a campus-community conflict. Draft two or three concrete examples using the situation, action, and result format before your interview so your answers are specific and honest.
Negotiate start date and professional development budget
Student affairs positions often have fixed salary bands, but institutions frequently have flexibility on start dates and will fund conference attendance or certifications. After receiving an offer, ask about professional development funds before accepting rather than after.
Student Engagement Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most student engagement coordinators?
Johns Hopkins University, AmeriCorps, and Baylor University are hiring the most student engagement coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is strongest at institutions with large first-year or transfer student populations.
How many student engagement coordinator jobs are remote?
About 58% of student engagement coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote opportunities most common in roles focused on virtual programming, online student onboarding, or digital community-building for distance-learning programs. Campus-based event coordination and in-person advising roles are still predominantly on-site.
How do you become a student engagement coordinator?
Most student engagement coordinators start with a bachelor's degree in higher education, student affairs, social work, or education, then gain hands-on experience through campus programming roles, residence life, or AmeriCorps service. Building a portfolio of programs you designed and assessed, earning a NASPA or ACPA membership, and completing a graduate assistantship or full-time coordinator role at a college or nonprofit accelerates hiring.
Can I get a student engagement coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level coordinator roles at community colleges and nonprofits regularly hire candidates with limited professional experience if you have strong campus involvement, volunteer coordination, or tutoring backgrounds. Frame any experience advising peers, running student org events, or facilitating workshops as directly relevant. Many employers will train on institution-specific platforms if your interpersonal and program skills are evident.
What does the student engagement coordinator interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with student affairs staff and sometimes students. Finalists are often asked to deliver a short program proposal or respond to a written prompt before or during the final round. References from supervisors in education or student services settings are checked before offers are extended.
Where can I find and apply to student engagement coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to student engagement coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your background, whether that is campus programming, student retention, or community outreach, and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and preferred work setting.
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