Student Services Program Coordinator – Student Life (25-10)  

Francis Marion University and the Student Life office invite applications for the position of Student Services Program Coordinator who, under limited supervision, is responsible for the development and implementation of recreational activities, and the promotion of the health and well-being of the Campus community.  Organizes and promotes intramural sports and evening and weekend programs.  The Student Services Program Coordinator assists with the responsibilities for the operation of the Smith University Center and student life activities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for evening operations of the Smith University Center, related recreational activities, and other evening and weekend programs as assigned.
• Monitors and schedules student employees.
• Ensures services for events are met, including audio-visual equipment for meetings, or other equipment as requested by people using the facility.
• Monitors and reports facility usage rates.
• Provides comprehensive intramural sports programming to meet national standards.
• Establishes student leadership for intramural sports program and informal recreation.
• Develops and implements all recreational sports programs of the University including intramural sports, instructional programs, outdoor recreation, special events, and sports clubs.
• Organizes, promotes and implements special recreation programs for individual groups.
• Assists in the coordination of Student Life programming as needed.
• Handles the inventory of equipment and supplies for recreation programs.
• Assists the Vice President of Student Life with regular and special projects as they occur.

Francis Marion University Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to accommodate a flexible schedule. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Excellent communication skills, and ability to accommodate the recreational needs of a diverse University community.

State Requirements: A bachelor’s degree.

Francis Marion University Preferences: Bachelor’s degree.  Must have knowledge or related experience in related activity coordination, administration, and supervision. Three to five years of related experience is preferred. Recreation Management AED, CPR and lifeguard-certified concerned are a plus.

State Classification: Student Services Program Coordinator I (CB65)

Band/Level: 4/2

Salary: Commensurate with abilities, experience, and state pay bands.

Normal working hours: Monday – Friday, 4:00 pm to 12:00 am; evening and weekends as scheduled. Summer hours will vary. 

Application Materials Needed:

1. Letter of Interest (Referencing Position Number 25-10).
2. Resume
3. Copy of current, valid driver’s license – original required if hired.
4. Copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate);
5. The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references; and
6. FMU Staff Application.

To obtain the FM Staff Application, please click here.

Send Application Packet to: Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration and Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547 or FAX to (843) 661-1202.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.

Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution