What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Activities position at Stony Brook University?
Who We Are
We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:
Required Qualifications (as Evidenced By An Attached Resume)
Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). One (1) year of full-time experience in the planning and execution of student events/programs or in advising students/student organizations and student leadership development/training, including but not limited to: Student Activities, Residence Life, and/or Orientation programming (part-time student experience may be prorated to meet the full-time experience requirement).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, Counseling, Social Welfare, or a related field. Supervisory experience (supervision of students may be considered). Experience with web-based information systems (i.e., Anthology, CampusGroups, etc.) and/or event scheduling systems (i.e., 25Live, etc.).
Brief Description Of Duties
As an integral part of the Division of Student Affairs, Student Life, and Student Engagement and Activities teams, the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Activities serves a vital role in creating and maintaining a vibrant campus life and promoting student engagement. Reporting to an Assistant Director, the Coordinator helps enhance the educational experience of Stony Brook students by facilitating their development, exposure to, and engagement with programs, events, organizations, and other opportunities. The Coordinator directly supports the administration, advising, training, and leadership development of our student organizations, their leaders, and advisors. This includes space scheduling, event planning, risk management, and assisting with an advising model that is responsive to student needs and enhances campus community. The Coordinator assists with all department functions as needed, including: major programming and event planning; student staff supervision; and departmental marketing and assessment. The successful incumbent will have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Student Organization Advising, Administration, Risk Management, and Leadership Development
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Non Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
Salary: $60,000 $4,000 Location Pay = $64,000 Total Compensation
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA .
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here .
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
Official Job Title
Student Activities Associate
Job Field
Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location
US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area
Student Engagement Activities
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Start Date
May 28, 2026
Posting End Date
Jun 11, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Appointment Type
Term
Salary Grade
SL2
We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:
- Named one of the “Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs” by Diverse Magazine.
- Serving a highly diverse student body ( click here for more information).
- Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility.
- Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life.
Required Qualifications (as Evidenced By An Attached Resume)
Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). One (1) year of full-time experience in the planning and execution of student events/programs or in advising students/student organizations and student leadership development/training, including but not limited to: Student Activities, Residence Life, and/or Orientation programming (part-time student experience may be prorated to meet the full-time experience requirement).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, Counseling, Social Welfare, or a related field. Supervisory experience (supervision of students may be considered). Experience with web-based information systems (i.e., Anthology, CampusGroups, etc.) and/or event scheduling systems (i.e., 25Live, etc.).
Brief Description Of Duties
As an integral part of the Division of Student Affairs, Student Life, and Student Engagement and Activities teams, the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Activities serves a vital role in creating and maintaining a vibrant campus life and promoting student engagement. Reporting to an Assistant Director, the Coordinator helps enhance the educational experience of Stony Brook students by facilitating their development, exposure to, and engagement with programs, events, organizations, and other opportunities. The Coordinator directly supports the administration, advising, training, and leadership development of our student organizations, their leaders, and advisors. This includes space scheduling, event planning, risk management, and assisting with an advising model that is responsive to student needs and enhances campus community. The Coordinator assists with all department functions as needed, including: major programming and event planning; student staff supervision; and departmental marketing and assessment. The successful incumbent will have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Student Organization Advising, Administration, Risk Management, and Leadership Development
- Assist with the processing of all student organization reservation requests.
- Provide support and guidance in serving as a program advisor to a diverse portfolio of recognized student organizations, and event planning and organizational management.
- Assist with monitoring organizational compliance with state and institutional policies, risk management protocols, and legal requirements.
- Assist with the annual registration of student organizations, and the bi-annual new club/organization application process.
- Assist in the creation, review, updates, enforcement implementation, and outreach regarding student organization policies.
- Support club leadership development through workshops, training sessions, and resource creation for student leaders and faculty advisors.
- Stay current on best practices in student affairs to support recommendations for continuous improvement for organizational support.
- Assist with and lead, as needed, assigned tasks in planning, promotion, execution, and evaluation of departmental and divisional initiatives, such as Weeks of Welcome, Red Day, Involvement Fairs, Student Life Awards, National Hazing Prevention Week, and Homecoming, as assigned.
- Help maintain the university’s student engagement software platform, including form creation, data reporting, and user training.
- Support departmental administration by assisting with planning, policy development, and assessment efforts.
- Assist in monitoring the departmental budget, including monitoring expenditures and processing purchase requisitions.
- Coordinate marketing and communication efforts, such as social media content and digital promotions, to increase student participation.
- Represent the department at campus-wide events, such as orientations and recruitment days.
- Assist with recruitment, hiring, training, and day to day support supervision of a team of students and interns.
- Conduct regular supervision meetings with students and interns to provide direction, support, and development related to their functional responsibilities.
- Assist with student payroll processes and administrative workflows for the student staff team.
- Foster a professional, welcoming, and student-centered office environment.
- Participate in opportunities that promote your learning, growth, and development (i.e., classes, training, committees, webinars).
- Contribute to the Division of Student Affairs and Stony Brook University by attending and/or supporting events, activities, and programs sponsored by areas within and outside your department/unit (i.e., campus-wide traditions, events, programs).
- Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
- Evening and weekend work may be required at times.
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Non Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
Salary: $60,000 $4,000 Location Pay = $64,000 Total Compensation
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA .
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here .
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
Official Job Title
Student Activities Associate
Job Field
Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location
US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area
Student Engagement Activities
Schedule
Full-time
Posting Start Date
May 28, 2026
Posting End Date
Jun 11, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Appointment Type
Term
Salary Grade
SL2
Salary : $4,000 - $64,000