Job Description
The Undergraduate Student Senate seeks an energetic and committed professional to serve as the Operations Coordinator under the direction of the Deputy Director for the Undergraduate Student Senate (USS). The Operations Coordinator will provide fiscal oversight to the organization and its related committees, strive to support the daily operations of the Undergraduate Student Senate and develop student leaders within the organization.
The Undergraduate Student Senate at Virginia Tech strives to operate as a servant leadership organization that practices governance in the spirit of Ut Prosim. The Coordinator for USS Operations must demonstrate an unwavering commitment to Virginia Tech's Aspirations for Student Learning and the Principles of Community.
Required Qualifications
? Bachelor's degree in a related field.
? Experience in student affairs or higher education.
? Experience in budget tracking and management and customer service.
? Demonstrated commitment to social justice, diversity, and inclusion.
? Excellent organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
? Demonstrated commitment to student success and learning through mentorship.
? Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in a team environment.
? Above-average communication skills are essential, as well as a desire to work in a teamwork-focused environment that includes colleagues and students.
Preferred Qualifications
? Knowledge of accounts payable, general ledger, and generally accepted accounting principles.
? Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
? Demonstrated experience advising student organizations, and working with university policy, and/or leadership development programs.
? Proven experience with organization budgeting, university fee structures, and financial planning.
? Familiarity with Banner Finance, HokieMart, Chrome River, and/or similar software programs.
Pay Band
N/A
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$42,000- $45,000
Review Date
10/4/2024
Additional Information
- The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
- The position requires working during some evenings and weekends.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
About Student Affairs:Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of?Ut?Prosim?(that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in?the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our?Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students?Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our?Aspirations for Student Learning . If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!?
AboutStudent Engagement and Campus Life(SECL):The team in Student Engagement and Campus Life holds a deep passion for building affirming environments where every person feels seen, heard, and valued through exceptional service and programs that reflect and uplift our community, and we are genuinely excited to continuously learn and grow our knowledge of student unions, services, and student experiences.
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