Lead Student Program Coordinator

Lead Student Program Coordinator

• 493195
• Norman
• Student Services
• Student Affairs
• S09

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Pay Range: Targeted Salary $55,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Office of Advocacy & Education, the Lead Student Program Coordinator of Advocacy & Education supports the mission of the University of Oklahoma by promoting student well-being, safety, and personal development through prevention education and outreach. This position provides direct supervision and leadership to four Education & Outreach Coordinators who oversee the following topic areas:

• Alcohol and Other Drug Misuse Prevention
• Gender-Based Violence Prevention
• Hazing Prevention
• Sexual Health and General Wellness

The Lead Student Program Coordinator serves as a key liaison between the Office of Advocacy & Education and campus partners across Student Affairs and the broader university community. This includes collaboration with areas such as Fraternity & Sorority Programs and Services, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life, Athletics, and other departments engaged in fostering a healthy and safe campus culture.

Duties of this position will Include:

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate four Education & Outreach Coordinators overseeing wellness and prevention topic areas.
• Provide strategic leadership and ensure alignment of outreach and education initiatives with departmental and university goals.
• Oversee prevention education programs, trainings, workshops, and campaigns promoting health, safety, and well-being.
• Lead assessment and data-informed planning through key performance indicators and program evaluation.
• Serve as primary liaison to Student Affairs units such as Fraternity & Sorority Programs, Housing, and Student Life.
• Build and maintain partnerships with campus and community stakeholders to strengthen prevention efforts.
• Oversee marketing, communications, and social media strategies for departmental outreach.
• Support recruitment, training, and supervision of Peer Educators and student staff.
• Assist the Director with strategic planning, budgeting, and operational management.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation for OU Advocates, the University''s 24/7 confidential advocacy service.

Other skills:

• Knowledge of current prevention strategies, best practices, and wellness needs that are trending nationally and locally.
• Ability to research and seek information from various sources to make sound and educated decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, privacy, and flexibility in interacting with all levels of faculty, students, staff, management, and university non-affiliates.
• Unquestionable integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Demonstrated ability to respond effectively to and interact with individuals in distress.
• Ability to perform office administration skills using Microsoft Office.
• Perform active listening with the ability to apply critical and strategic thinking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to building environments where all students are valued, respected, and provided opportunity to flourish in their pursuit of excellence.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty and staff.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to build campus partnerships.
• Patience and a problem-solving approach to issues.
• Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives.
• Able to operate under minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and verbal communication skills with the ability to be flexible and collaborative.
• Thoughtful and deliberative decision making.
• Ability to deal with difficult issues with sensitivity and respect for all people.

Essential Duties:

Supervision & Functional Leadership

• Provide lead supervision, coaching, and performance feedback for four Education & Outreach Coordinators.
• Coordinate and guide outreach, education, and prevention initiatives to ensure alignment with the mission of the Office of Advocacy and Education (OAE) and university strategic priorities (Lead ON).
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of trainings, workshops, campaigns, and outreach events focused on prevention education and awareness.
• Support staff in developing and assessing student learning outcomes for trainings, workshops, and peer education initiatives.
• Ensure consistency, quality, accessibility, and relevance across educational programs, curricula, and materials.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-functioning team environment that supports prevention best practices and professional development.

Program Coordination & Assessment

• Coordinate prevention education efforts across OAE topic areas to support a cohesive and evidence-informed approach.
• Lead program assessment activities, including tracking key metrics, coordinating data collection, and supporting evaluation of program outcomes and effectiveness.
• Support Education & Outreach Coordinators in implementing social norms campaigns and cross-campus initiatives that promote healthy behaviors and attitudes.
• Coordinate outreach and communication efforts, including print and digital materials, website content, and social media, to ensure clear and consistent messaging.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of Peer Educators to ensure effective delivery of peer-led programs.

Collaboration & Liaison Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for Student Affairs partners, including Fraternity & Sorority Programs and Services, Housing &
• Residence Life, Student Life, and Athletics, to support coordinated prevention education efforts.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with campus and community partners to enhance prevention education and outreach.
• Represent OAE on committees, task forces, and working groups related to prevention, advocacy, and student well-being.
• Coordinate with external agencies and organizations to support campus prevention initiatives and remain informed of emerging best practices.

Training & Outreach

• Facilitate and support prevention education programs, presentations, and trainings for students, faculty, and staff as assigned.
• Assist with the development of educational materials and outreach campaigns grounded in current research and inclusive practices.
• Support staff presence and engagement at major campus events and institutional initiatives.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Support the Director with program planning, budgeting processes, and resource coordination for prevention education and outreach efforts.
• Assist with monitoring compliance with institutional policies, applicable regulations, and professional standards related to prevention and advocacy.
• Participate in the after-hours on-call rotation supporting OU Advocates, the University''s 24/7 confidential advocacy service.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor''s Degree in related field.
• 36 months in student programming, student services or closely related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor''s Degree for a total of 84 months experience.

Department Preferences:

• Master''s degree in Higher Education, Public Health, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience working with fraternity/sorority life, residence life, or athletics populations.
• Experience with program assessment, data analysis, and evidence-informed program planning.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes