The Coordinator of Student Activities/Intramurals shall report to the Dean of Students . Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Develops, coordinates, supports and leads a variety of educational/recreational activities for a diverse student body; responsible for creating and offering diverse student opportunities that enhance the student college experience and promote college success; administers programs and activities which facilitate and support student development such as student organizations, non-varsity intramural sporting activities and events, entertainment and social opportunities, networking groups, student publications, volunteerism/service learning, and educational workshops.
- Develops and promotes positive communication with students to allow for student input into programs; seeks input from faculty and staff regarding appropriate student activities; provides oversight and supervision during all scheduled student activities.
- Continually evaluates all student activities, events and programs, and revises as needed, to address student needs and align with the College’s Mission, Vision, and Goals.
- Develops and maintains a Student Leadership Academy that covers a variety of leadership and service programs and projects.
- Budget and planning for Student Activities and Intramurals needs; prepares initial annual operating budget and monitors expenditures to assure proper and efficient use of available funds. Makes recommendations for long term capital projects and/or needs. Makes periodic progress reports and special reports upon request.
- Maintains professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, administration, and other interested citizens.
- Promotes and encourages student involvement and participation in planned student activities/events and intramural sports to enhance the student’s campus experience and encourage student interaction.
- Serves as the Student Government Advisor (SGA). Monitors campus clubs and ensures proper paperwork is filed with the Student Activities office.
- Responsible for hiring, scheduling, training, supervising, verifying eligibility, and processing paperwork for payroll for student workers in area each semester.
- Supports and attends campus activities and events. Collaborates with other departments especially Housing, Athletics, Student Accessibility Services/Counseling, Recruiting, and Food Service. Help with College events like Graduation, Discovery Days, New Student Orientation, etc.
- May serve on various campus committees as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
- Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.
Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Student Leadership, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with 4-7 years of experience and training may be considered in lieu of a 4-year degree.- Knowledge of college policies and procedures affecting assigned work.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
- Knowledge of marketing techniques.
- Knowledge of coordinating, timing, and scheduling of events/activities and contract administration and the technical requirements for various events.
- Skill in coordinating the work of others.
- Skill in the use of computerized systems and databases.
- Skill in public speaking and ability to develop and deliver presentations.
- Skill in writing clear and accurate letters, reports, and other documents as required.
- Skill in planning, organizing, and coordinating several events or activities simultaneously.
- Skill in public relations and handling complaints
- Skill in information research.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and representatives of public/private agencies/organizations.
- Skill in presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
- Ability to provide leadership to a group of students and/or work effectively with students and understand student behaviors and concerns.
- Ability to use a variety of office equipment and calculators, including computer proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets (preferably Windows Excel, Word) and online fiscal or student tracking systems, printers, copy machines, fax machines, and two-way radios.
This is a twelve-month exempt position. Standard benefits apply. The full pay range for this position is $45,199 to $65,847.
To apply, submit an NMJC application online at and attach the following: letter of interest, resume, three references, and unofficial transcripts conferring your degree (official transcripts required prior to employment).