What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Engagement Fellow, Student Life position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job No: 538489
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Student Services
Department: 04080000 - SL-STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Job Description
Classification Title:
Student Engagement Fellow, Student Life
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Support the mission of the Division of Student Life and Student Engagement team by creating innovative and engaging programs that promote students finding and building community. Responsible for developing and implementing programs, activities, and services that promote experiential learning, competency development, community engagement, co-curricular learning and encourage students to engage with varying perspectives. Through this work, this position works to build an appreciation with our students of the importance of lifelong exploration and discovery.
Responsible for advising student organizations or designated Student Government entities, mentoring student leaders, and assisting with event programming, including but not limited to idea development, budgeting, planning, advertising and promotion, general operations, and ensuring completion of required trainings.
Assist with administrative functions within Student Engagement. Assist with budget planning and reporting, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and ensure proper procedures, controls and financial guidelines for all areas including organization expenditures. Assist with coordinating administrative programs for the assigned area, including supervising, training, and providing leadership for student assistants. Coordinate assessments of programs and initiatives, including but not limited to benchmarking, tracking experiential learning metrics, student leader orientations and onboarding, recurring training, and regular communication. Report appropriate information as required by Clery Act and Title IX. Assist with marketing and promotions strategy for educating students and encouraging co-curricular involvement. Coordinate with other departments and areas across campus as needed, including but not limited to Event Services, University Policy Department, the Dean of Students Office, Counseling and Wellness Center, and other campus venue managers.
Contributes to the Division and University through active participation on committees and division-wide initiatives (example opportunities: emergency dean on call, move-in, conduct committee, student welcome events, etc); and, other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:
$43,888.00 Annual Salary
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Master's degree in Student Personnel or related field
Experience
Knowledge of student activities, leadership, and/or community building on a college campus
Skills
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: None noted
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: None noted
Special Instructions To Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 22 April 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538489
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Student Services
Department: 04080000 - SL-STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Job Description
Classification Title:
Student Engagement Fellow, Student Life
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Support the mission of the Division of Student Life and Student Engagement team by creating innovative and engaging programs that promote students finding and building community. Responsible for developing and implementing programs, activities, and services that promote experiential learning, competency development, community engagement, co-curricular learning and encourage students to engage with varying perspectives. Through this work, this position works to build an appreciation with our students of the importance of lifelong exploration and discovery.
Responsible for advising student organizations or designated Student Government entities, mentoring student leaders, and assisting with event programming, including but not limited to idea development, budgeting, planning, advertising and promotion, general operations, and ensuring completion of required trainings.
Assist with administrative functions within Student Engagement. Assist with budget planning and reporting, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and ensure proper procedures, controls and financial guidelines for all areas including organization expenditures. Assist with coordinating administrative programs for the assigned area, including supervising, training, and providing leadership for student assistants. Coordinate assessments of programs and initiatives, including but not limited to benchmarking, tracking experiential learning metrics, student leader orientations and onboarding, recurring training, and regular communication. Report appropriate information as required by Clery Act and Title IX. Assist with marketing and promotions strategy for educating students and encouraging co-curricular involvement. Coordinate with other departments and areas across campus as needed, including but not limited to Event Services, University Policy Department, the Dean of Students Office, Counseling and Wellness Center, and other campus venue managers.
Contributes to the Division and University through active participation on committees and division-wide initiatives (example opportunities: emergency dean on call, move-in, conduct committee, student welcome events, etc); and, other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:
$43,888.00 Annual Salary
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Master's degree in Student Personnel or related field
Experience
- Experience facilitating programs, working with student organizations, and advising students.
Knowledge of student activities, leadership, and/or community building on a college campus
Skills
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Collaborative partnership skills
- Leadership skills
- Strategic visioning skills
- Assessment skills
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: None noted
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: None noted
Special Instructions To Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 22 April 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538489
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Salary : $43,888