AOP Student Experience & First-Generation Coordinator

Search Number PJ # 7393 Title AOP Student Experience & First-Generation Coordinator Category Professional Department Access & Opportunity Programs About The Position:This position will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and assessing a wide range of student engagement initiatives designed to support first-generation college students and other students connected to Access & Opportunity Programs (AOP). The Coordinator leads the planning and implementation of First-Generation College Student Week and assists in developing First-Generation Orientation programming in partnership with campus departments and community stakeholders. The position creates and facilitates year-round programming, workshops, outreach campaigns, and events that foster student belonging, identity development, leadership, and academic engagement, particularly for students who may not already be connected to structured support programs. The Coordinator designs engagement opportunities that connect students to campus resources and support services, including the Accessibility Resources Office (ARO), Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE), Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), and the Cardinal Cupboard. Additional responsibilities include supporting programming within Living-Learning Communities, promoting awareness of basic needs and food security resources, and collaborating with offices such as Community Living, Community Development, and Career Development to align student engagement efforts with institutional retention and student success goals.The role also includes teaching and/or co-teaching engagement-focused courses such as first-year experience, student success, or leadership development courses that encourage campus involvement, personal growth, and student persistence. The Coordinator tracks participation and engagement data, assists with program assessment and continuous improvement efforts, prepares reports related to student engagement outcomes, and participates in campus-wide committees and initiatives that support student retention, equity, and belonging. Through independent judgment, collaboration, and strategic planning, the Coordinator helps create an inclusive and supportive campus environment that enhances the overall student experience for first-generation and underserved student populations.Under the umbrella of Access and Opportunity Programs, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping others succeed and can effectively coach and collaborate to ensure students meet their optimal potential at SUNY Plattsburgh. The Enrollment and Student Success division supports a student's entire collegiate experience from the point of admission through to graduation. We partner with students, faculty and staff to provide a network of opportunities and services that lead to student success. Collectively, the division of Enrollment and Student Success positively influences the health, safety and well-being of the student body. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeExperience in student engagement, programming, or student affairsDemonstrated ability to work with diverse student populationsStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsThe ability to work nights and weekendsPreferred Qualifications:* Experience in planning and implementing campus-wide events or initiatives* Experience teaching or facilitating first-year, leadership, or student development coursesSalary (Applicant View)$51,261 minimum, plus excellent benefitsAbout Our UniversitySUNY Plattsburgh, home of the Cardinals, is part of the largest comprehensive university system in the United States. The university offers a diverse selection of more than 60 academic programs across three schools - Arts & Sciences, Business & Economics, and Education, Health & Human Services. Many of these programs are highly ranked and carry strong national and regional reputations that allow students to work with highly skilled faculty who prepare them to excel in their chosen fields and industries upon graduation. Our campus prioritizes enrollment growth and stabilization, student success, equity and inclusion, and engagement with our North Country region as our four pillars of success. And we are committed to providing each and every Cardinal student a high quality liberal arts education grounded in academic excellence and a well-rounded college experience.SUNY Plattsburgh is a destination campus located in northern New York between the iconic Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain. The campus is a short walk from historic downtown Plattsburgh, New York, where area residents have access to a wide array of arts, food, and events throughout the year, and just over a 1 hour car ride from the cities of Burlington, Vermont, Montreal, Quebec, and Lake Placid, New York, which is best known by locals as a former site of the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes To receive full consideration, supply all requested documents by: 06/14/2026 Special Instructions to ApplicantsReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process. Official transcripts from an accredited institution will be required prior to employment.EEO StatementSUNY Plattsburgh is fully committed to excellence through diversity, equity and inclusion, and to supporting a welcoming environment for all students, employees and visitors. As an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), the university guarantees equitable consideration to all qualified applicants with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, ability, assigned gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, economic status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status per federal or state laws.