Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Conferences, Copying Machines, Cross-Functional, Event Management, Event Marketing, Fundraising, Government, High School Diploma, Leadership, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Logistics, Marketing, Mentoring, Office Management, Operational Support, Order Supplies, Physical Demands, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Schedule Development, Student Services, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Website Management
Student Life Office Manager
Salary
$49,039.00 Annually
Location
Main Campus - 1701 E Front Street, Traverse City
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2026-00076
Division
Student Services & Technologies
Department
Student Life
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
8/6/2026 8:00 AM Eastern
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Summary & Qualifications:
Summary
The position provides office, administrative and operational support services to a student services department.
Qualifications
Associates degree (Required)
Between 2 and 5 years of related experience (Required)
Experience and skills in databases (Required)
Experience with Banner (Preferred)
Experience updating web pages (Preferred)
Experience in providing front line intervention in stressful situations (Preferred)
Experience in organizing and managing events (Preferred)
Essential Responsibilities
- (Critical) Greets walk-in customers, answers multi-line telephones, schedules appointments for director and professional staff, and coordinates the preparation and dissemination of messages to students.
- (Critical) Orders and maintains office supplies, including copier, and printer supplies, and processes purchase requisitions.
- (Critical) Assists with budget preparation and monitors accounts.
- (Critical) Maintains and updates content on web pages, including oversight of marketing of Student Life events.
- (Critical) Prepares and maintains student records, including confidential files.
- (Critical) Schedules and assists in coordinating special activities, events and conferences.
- (Critical) Interacts with and assists students daily.
- (Critical) Supervises others in accordance with NMCs policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, recognizing employees; addressing performance problems or gaps.
- (Critical) Compiles information and prepares reports.
- (Critical) Manages Student Groups, including advisors and student leaders, related to budget, marketing, fund raising, etc.
- (Critical) Coordinates new student orientation, including logistics, meals, presentations and facilities.
- (Critical) Assists counseling staff and Dean of Students with confidential student matters that require immediate attention and intervention.
- (Very Important) Assists with coordination of Student Government Associate meetings and events.
- (Very Important) Mentors Student Group leaders, teaches leadership training, and monitors ongoing progress of current Student Groups.
- (Minor Importance) Oversees the scheduling and service to students seeking counseling services.
Work Environment
Lifting Activities
Most frequently lifted object: under 10 lbs.; lifted to waist level; carried 1-9 feet (Several times per day)
Heaviest object lifted: 40-49 lbs.; listed to waist level; carried 1-9 feet (Occasionally)
Non-lifting Repetitive Activities
Arm Movement (Several times per day)
Gripping (Several times per day)
Sitting (Continuously)
Standing (Several times per day)
Talking (Continuously)
Typing (Several times per day)
Walking (Several times per day)
Writing (Several times per day)
Other Physical Demands
Prolonged visual work
Mental Demands
Exercising Independent Judgment
Minimal Guidance or Direction
Performing Multiple Functions/Activities
Persuading Others
Other Challenges
Heavy work volume
Production deadlines
Safeguarding organization assets and property
Exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental, and paid sick leave. Up to four weeks paid vacation within the first year of employment. NMC paid tuition benefits. For more benefit details, visit our Flexible Benefits Guide
01
Please select the highest degree attained:
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some higher education courses, training, or certification
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD, Doctorate
02
How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years of related experience
- Between 2 and 5 years of related experience
- Between 5 and 7 years of related experience
- More than 7 years of experience
03
Please briefly describe your experience (or related experience):
04
Do you have experience and skills in databases?
05
If yes, please briefly explain:
06
Do you meet any of the preferred qualifications? Please select all that apply:
- Experience with Banner
- Experience updating web pages
- Experience in providing frontline intervention in stressful situations
- Experience in organizing and managing events
07
Is there anything else you would like us to know in relation to the position?
Required Question
Employer Northwestern Michigan College
Address 1701 E Front Street
Traverse City, Michigan, 49686
Phone 231.995.2612
Website https://www.nmc.edu/