Department: Student Orientation Programs
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $48,000 - $55,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA04-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
March 3, 2026; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.
Department Summary
It is the mission of Student Orientation Programs to introduce new and prospective students and their families to the university’s intellectual climate. In addition, we seek to improve the quality of the new student experience by assisting with academic, personal, and social adjustment to the university, demonstrating the University of Oregon’s commitment to teaching, learning, and scholarship. Through recruitment programs such as the Ambassador Program, Duck Preview, Duck Days, and orientation and transition events such as IntroDUCKtion, Week of Welcome, and the Welcome to the Flock series, Student Orientation Programs serves approximately 100,000 visitors, prospective students, new students, and families. Additionally, in providing staffing support to other departments within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, SOP staff interact with more than 100,000 Oregonians who learn about the University through community-based festivals, events, and educational programs throughout the state of Oregon. The department employs nearly 150 student staff each year, fostering skill and experience development in an ongoing student development effort. Department staff and students conduct their work in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly collaborative environment in a variety of settings
Position Summary
The essential function of the Coordinator for Orientation & Transition Programs is to support the strategic planning and execution of university-wide orientation and transition initiatives for domestic undergraduate students. In consultation with the Associate Director for Orientation and Transition Programs, the Coordinator provides oversight for selected programmatic areas of IntroDUCKtion, Week of Welcome, Mid-Year IntroDUCKtion, Winter Warm-Up, and other project work related to student transitions.
This role collaborates closely with campus partners, academic departments, and Student Orientation Programs professional and student staff to implement programs and services that connect students to the University using intentional student development and enrollment transition theories. Under the supervision of the Associate Director, the Coordinator will lead key efforts, including online and in-person engagement strategies, assessment practices, digital communication, content development, and event planning.
In addition, the Coordinator plays an integral role in the development of students employed within Student Orientation Programs through supervision and advising of student staff, including staff development and evaluation. This position has a significant impact on the orientation and transition of students at the University because of its influence on the student leaders. This position will collaboratively supervise 30+ student employees, including, but not limited to, graduate interns, student coordinators, student orientation staff, and a residential orientation team. The Coordinator will also be responsible for supporting the development and/or reorganization of other departmental student teams e.g. the Transfer Team and Week of Welcome staff. The Coordinator will plan, assign, and approve work; address performance concerns; respond to grievances; prepare and complete evaluations; and hire/terminate student employees.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years’ experience hiring, training, and supervising student employees.
• Two years’ work experience in higher education administration, enrollment management, student affairs, or a related field. Graduate-level work applies.
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to support and execute large-scale programs.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, planning, and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, including the ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, or a related field.
• Experience with undergraduate orientation, transition, and retention programs.
• Demonstrated experience enhancing student retention.
• Spanish language skills desired.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
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