Service and Involvement Program Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26377 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Chris Pruden

406-994-5821

christopher.pruden@montana.edu

Classification Title Program Coord II Working Title Service and Involvement Program Coordinator Brief Position Overview

Be an integral part of student success at MSU through coordinating service and involvement programing at the Office of Student Engagement.

Position Number 4M1545 Department Office of Student Engagement Division Division of Student Success Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $21.99 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Classified Salary If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

We work to create a campus where every Bobcat feels a profound sense of belonging. By fostering inclusivity and leadership, we support student persistence and success—empowering you to graduate not just with a degree, but as an engaged citizen ready to change the world.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Bobcats Give Back Program encompassing:
• Bimonthly service programs around the Gallatin Valley incorporating a variety of organizations.
• Alternative breaks program that provides long form service opportunities for MSU students across the state.
• Service projects for specific campus groups, student organizations, and yearly traditions.
• Cultivate and grow relationships with a variety of local and regional community partners to facilitate service opportunities for students.
• Work with Academic Partners to pilot and grow Service-Learning opportunities into the classroom and beyond.
• Work with students on code of conduct violations and meet with them individually to identify community service opportunities and follow-up after completion of service to reflect on their experience.
• Contribute to program design, strategic planning, implementation, assessment, reporting and outreach of OSE programs, services, and learning outcomes. Examples include MSU Debut, Catapalooza, and annual scholarship and student recognition programs.
• Work autonomously as well as part of a team to develop and implement programs and initiatives.
• Present to a variety of audiences to advance community service and student involvement on campus and in the community.
• Manage a small staff of student workers to contribute to service learning and involvement programming.
• Assist in managing the Involvement Ambassador program at OSE, a high impact mentorship program, connecting students to get more involved on campus.
• Serve on a variety of campus committees that incorporate community engagement and service and actively participate in the success of this shared programming.
• Regularly explore new service-learning opportunities with both existing and new community partners.
  

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Progressively responsible program coordination experience in a busy office setting.
• Demonstrated competence organizing and prioritizing multiple workloads, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability to changing priorities while balancing the needs of students, faculty, and staff stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with event and program planning.
• Demonstrated experience managing volunteers and/or student employees.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated experience working with and having collaborative relationships with community-based and/or non-profit organizations.
• Experience working with students in an academic department or student success division at a higher education institution.
• Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling or similar degree.
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will

• Ability to research best practices and different models for program success, synthesize the information and then develop and propose new programs and/or program adjustments.
• Ability to work with a diverse community of individuals and groups both on campus and in the larger community setting.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and practice good judgment.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve with short timelines to address challenges.
• Demonstrated competence organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and ability to work in an organized fashion with heavy workloads in a busy office setting.
• Demonstrated competence with computers/software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Competence with the appropriate use of generative AI tools in a professional context.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively both in person and in writing.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Strong problem solving and brainstorming skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with a variety of constituents.
  
  

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

• Must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
• Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points).
  
  

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon Completion Of a Successful Search. Position End Date (if Temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

Screening of applications will begin on May 6 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Explain the importance and impact of students engaging in service during their time at MSU. (Open Ended Question)