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Pay Grade/Pay Range: $9.50/hour

Department/Organization: 240101 – Div of Opportunities, Connections, and Success

Normal Work Schedule: Flexible; Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, 10 to 20 hours per week

Note to Applicants: Applications must include a resume along with Fall 2024 and anticipated Spring 2025 class schedule and hours of availability. References are required for this position. Applicants must include the names and contact information of 2 to 4 references (2 professional and 2 academic preferred) that may be contacted.

Job Summary: The Student Coordinator creates, assesses, and implements programs and campus-wide initiatives for the the Division of Opportunities, Connections and Success (OCS). Assists in student staff training and development. Aids in daily office management and facilitates campus-wide presentations on the roles and responsibilities of OCS. Reports to the Assistant Vice President of Programming and Engagement.

Additional Department Summary: The Division of Opportunities, Connections, and Success (OCS) promotes access and engagement for everyone in the University of Alabama community. Offers three primary initiatives to help prepare students and employees for success on campus and beyond. 

Required Minimum Qualifications: Current University of Alabama undergraduate student. Ability to maintain a minimum of 2.50 cumulative GPA. Ability to work events in the early mornings, late nights, and weekends. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to work 20 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during the Summer 2025.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must provide a copy of class schedule(s) and an unofficial transcript if selected for interview. Must be willing to sign a statement of conduct and a statement of confidentiality. Must participate in a training program.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent written and verbal communications skills with a proactive approach to work and conflict resolution. Ability to effectively communicate both University and divisional expectations, standards, policies, and procedures on behalf of the Division of Opportunities, Connections, and Success. Ability to adapt quickly to change. Strong organizational skills and keyboarding skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, iOS systems, OneDrive, Google Drive, and UA Box. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to exercise discretion. Ability to work independently and as part of a team member.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to be awarded Work Study through Financial Aid and Scholarships; OR an approved worker through the Intercultural Center.

Enrollment Requirements: Applicants must meet enrollment requirements to be eligible for on-campus student employment. Applicants must be enrolled in a UA degree program and meet minimum credit hour requirements during the academic year: Undergraduate Students must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; Graduate Students must be registered for at least 4.5 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; International Students must be registered full-time (Undergraduate = 12 credit hours, Graduate = 9 credit hours) during fall/spring semesters. Enrollment requirements must be maintained for the duration of on-campus employment. Individual hiring departments and programs may also have additional eligibility requirements for employment.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster