Leadership and Holistic Growth Coordinator

Inside Higher Ed

Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Albany, GA
Contract type: Full time

Job Title: Leadership and Holistic Growth Coordinator

Location: Albany State Rec. Location

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Leadership and Holistic Growth Coordinator is a dynamic student affair professional responsible for designing, implementing, and assessing comprehensive programs that foster student leadership development, financial literacy, and holistic well-being. This position advances a culture of student engagement, institutional pride, and lifelong learning by integrating data-informed practices with innovative programming that supports the academic, personal, and professional success of students. The Coordinator plays a critical role in cultivating transformative student experiences that align with the university¿s mission and strategic priorities.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Leadership Development and Learning

  • Design and facilitate a comprehensive student leadership development framework grounded in best practices and student development theory.
  • Coordinate leadership workshops, retreats, and training opportunities for student leaders, including SGA, Royal Court.
  • Develop scalable leadership pathways that promote civic engagement, ethical leadership, and career readiness.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to integrate leadership learning outcomes across co-curricular experiences.

Financial Literacy and Student Success

  • Develop and implement financial literacy initiatives that educate students on budgeting, credit management, student loans, and wealth-building strategies.
  • Partner with Financial Aid, Business Affairs, and University Advancement to promote a culture of financial responsibility and student giving.
  • Support initiatives such as student philanthropy campaigns (e.g., Students Helping Students) that reinforce the importance of giving and institutional investment.
  • Assess student learning outcomes related to financial literacy and adjust programming accordingly.

Spirit, Pride, and Campus Engagement

  • Lead efforts to enhance school spirit, institutional pride, and student connectedness through signature programs and traditions.
  • Coordinate spirit-driven initiatives including homecoming engagement, campus traditions, and Royal Court programming support.
  • Collaborate with Athletics, Alumni Affairs, and Student Activities to create a unified and vibrant campus culture.

Data, Assessment, and Strategic Impact

  • Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure program effectiveness, student engagement, and learning outcomes.
  • Collect, analyze, and report data to inform decision-making and continuous program improvement.
  • Utilize institutional data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to enhance student success and engagement.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for divisional leadership that demonstrate program impact and alignment with institutional goals.

Occasional evening and weekend work required to support student programming.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor¿s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of professional experience in student affairs, leadership development, or student engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working at a public institution.
  • Experience with data analysis, assessment tools, and reporting.
  • Proven ability to lead large-scale programs and campus-wide initiatives.

Proposed Salary

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Cover letter.

Resume.

Transcripts.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Knowledge of student development theory and holistic models of student growth.
  • Knowledge of leadership development models and best practices in co-curricular programming.
  • Knowledge of higher education administration, including student affairs functions and institutional structure.
  • Interpersonal and relationship-building skills for working across campus departments and with diverse student populations.
  • Data collection and reporting skills to assess program effectiveness and support accreditation or assessment processes.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, facilitation, and professional writing.
  • Program planning and event coordination skills, including logistics, budgeting, and scheduling.
  • Ability to develop and deliver training, workshops, and experiential programs that foster leadership and personal growth.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships across academic affairs, student affairs, and external partners.
  • Ability to think critically and creatively to design innovative programming
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and respond to student needs with flexibility.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and use data to drive continuous improvement in programs and services.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at ***email_hidden***. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at [email protected].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

  • a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
  • a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
  • a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

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