Program Coordinator for Residential Inclusion and Leadership Education
<span style="font-family: Arial"><h2 style="text-align: center">Program Coordinator for Residential Inclusion and Leadership Education</h2><h3 style="text-align: center">University Housing - Residential Life </h3><h3 style="text-align: center"> UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS - URBANA - CHAMPAIGN</h3><br><h4>Job Summary</h4>Plays a key role in advancing the mission of University Housing and is a key member of the Residential Inclusion and Leadership Education team within Residential Life / University Housing. Supports the development, implementation, evaluation, and administration of both formal and informal educational programs focused on student involvement, leadership skill development, inclusion, and belonging within the residence halls. Using a residential curriculum model, delivers educational experiences that promote cultural competence, community engagement, and leadership readiness. Supervises student paraprofessional staff who support residential programming. <h4>Duties & Responsibilities</h4><p><strong>Inclusion and Leadership Education</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and assess lesson plans aligned with the residential curriculum, with specific emphasis on cultural competence and community engagement.</li><li>Evaluate educational strategies and programming to ensure alignment with learning outcomes related to inclusion, belonging, and leadership.</li><li>Develop, plan, coordinate, and evaluate tailored cultural, educational, and leadership programs that support the varied needs of residents and the mission of University Housing.</li><li>Assist with full time staff training and development in areas such as belonging, leadership education, cultural competency, and student advising.</li><li>Engage in University Housing’s bias and intolerance response by designing and implementing restorative educational responses as a result of complaints filed.</li><li>Facilitate restorative justice programs focused on inclusive decision making, accountability, repair of harm, and rebuilding trust.</li><li>Serve as a liaison to Student Affairs units supporting inclusion, intercultural relations, and leadership education (e.g., Illinois Leadership Center, Office of the Dean of Students, Illini Union, cultural houses and resource centers).</li></ul><p><strong>Advising and Mentoring</strong></p><ul><li>Provide structured advising, mentorship, and educational support to multiple student organizations, ensuring that all student groups receive responsive and inclusive support.</li><li>Teach leadership skills to student group members to support effective community engagement, event planning, and residential programming.</li><li>Provide cultural and educational programming through work with Housing student organizations.</li><li>Plan and chaperone state, regional, and national leadership conferences and educational trips.</li><li>Maintain a flexible work schedule, including frequent evening and weekend commitments with students</li></ul><p><strong>Supervision</strong></p><ul><li>Recruit, hire, train, and supervise student paraprofessional staff aligned with residential curriculum goals, especially related to inclusion and belonging.</li><li>Design and deliver annual training and ongoing weekly professional development for student staff.</li><li>Conduct formal and informal performance evaluations; address team issues using conflict management strategies.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Residence Hall Directors on curricular strategies for the halls.</li><li>Supervisors engage in and implement University Housing’s inclusion, culture, and climate initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in coordinating the University Housing fall student move in program and student residential fundraising initiatives.</li><li>Manage program budgets and train students on financial processes, including budget development and purchasing procedures.</li><li>Maintain accurate tracking of curricular efforts, financial processes, and student data using appropriate technology platforms and database systems to document student interactions, monitor community trends, and support data informed decisions while applying a thorough understanding of departmental processes to ensure accurate workflows, enhance administrative efficiency, and improve residential student support.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.</li></ul><br><h4>Additional Physical Demands</h4>This position involves multi-tasking and navigating around campus effectively in a busy and unpredictable environment. Work will take place in a variety of office, meeting, conference and residence hall environments. <br><br>This live-off position involves a flexible work schedule that includes representing University Housing at events and programs held during daytime, evening, and weekend hours.<h4>Specialty Factors</h4><ul><li>Bachelor's degree. A total of two (2) years (24 months) in education, training and/or work experience in Education, Community Engagement, Public Service, Social Work or Student Affairs.</li><li>Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating educational programs and/or workshops. </li><li>Experience advising or supporting individuals or groups, including but not limited to students, staff, or student organizations in any environment (i.e. students seeking personal or professional development, students navigating community or campus climate concerns, staff serving as student organization advisors, or student organizations seeking guidance).</li></ul><p>(Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)</p><h4> Preferred Qualifications</h4><ul><li>Master’s Degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Counseling, Social Work, Social Justice Education or a related field.</li><li>Two or more years of full-time experience in Residential Life or Housing.</li><li>Experience engaging with a wide range of employees and students from varied backgrounds and experiences.</li><li>Experience designing and facilitating inclusive leadership and/or inclusion education programs and/or workshops.</li><li>Experience developing inclusive leadership lesson plans.</li><li>Experience supervising.</li><li>Experience planning large-scale programs, administrative processes, and/or events.</li><li>Experience advising student organizations that serve and engage all students, including groups formed around shared backgrounds, interests, or community experiences.</li><li>Experience teaching.</li><li>Experience managing conflict.</li><li>A valid driver’s license to drive students to leadership conferences and programs in University vehicles.</li></ul><h4>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</h4><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and cross-cultural competency, including presentation and training skills.</li><li>Knowledge of student learning, student development, and identity development theories.</li><li>Familiarity with outcomes-based education.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment.</li></ul><h4>Appointment Information</h4><p>This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/1/2026. The budgeted salary range for this position is $52,000 to $55,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.</p><p>Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.</p><p>For more information on employment at University Housing, please visit our recruitment web site at: <a href="https://employment.housing.illinois.edu/">University Housing Jobs</a></p><p>For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at <a href="https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx</a>.</p><h4>Application Procedures & Deadline Information</h4><p>Applications must be received <strong>by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on April 13, 2026.</strong></p><p>Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through <a href="https://jobs.illinois.edu">https://jobs.illinois.edu</a> will not be considered. When submitting your application,<strong> please include a cover letter, resume and three professional references including phone numbers and email addresses. </strong>If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact reslifejobs@illinois.edu. </p><p>For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.</p><p>At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — <strong>every staff member helps shape what’s next</strong>. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.</p><p><a href="https://makeitcu.com/" title="https://makeitcu.com/">Champaign-Urbana</a></p><p><em>Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.</em></p><p id="benefitStatement">This position is intended to be <a href="https://go.illinois.edu/workatillinois">eligible for benefits</a>. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.</p><hr><p align="center">The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit <a href="https://go.uillinois.edu/noticesandposters" target="_blank">Required Employment Notices and Posters</a> to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf" target="_blank">E-Verify</a>.</p><p align="center">Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the <a href="http://go.illinois.edu/accommodationportal" title="http://go.illinois.edu/accommodationportal">reasonable accommodation portal</a>, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or <a title="mailto:accessibility@illinois.edu">accessibility@illinois.edu</a>.</p><hr><p><strong>Requisition ID</strong>: 1035107<br><strong>Job Category</strong>: Professional and Administrative<br><strong>Apply at:</strong> <a href="https://jobs.illinois.edu">https://jobs.illinois.edu</a></p><a name="HEJobs" type="hidden" value=""></a><a name="Billing_Name" type="hidden" value=""></a><a name="Billing_Email" type="hidden" value=""></a></span>
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