Living Learning Communities Coordinator

Living Learning Communities (LLC) provides opportunities for first-year students with similar interests to live and learn together in a structured and supportive environment that increases GPA, retention, and timely degree completion. LLC students engage in programs, activities, and initiatives that support their academic, social, and personal growth. Each LLC provides opportunities for leadership, civic engagement, and identity development while increasing students' sense of belonging.

The Living Learning Communities Coordinator is responsible for managing the activities of living-learning communities at the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR). This role will work closely with faculty and staff members, as well as community partners, to establish a programming structure for each learning community and ensure that such programs are successfully implemented and sustained. This position is crucial in enhancing UMR students' academic and social success by engaging them in high-impact activities that build a sense of community and offer meaningful learning experiences. The Living Learning Communities Coordinator will provide leadership to UMR's diverse on-campus students in their LLCs through an innovative student development model that focuses on educational, social, multicultural, and personal development. This role requires the ability to build strong partnerships and collaborations with academic, community, and external partners to cultivate living-learning programs that align with and contribute to UMR's educational priority and learning goals. The Living Learning Communities Coordinator must use a framework of equity and inclusion in all aspects of their work and support the success of UMR students.

The LLC Coordinator is part of the Residential Life team in Student Life reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Residential Life & Academic Initiatives. Additionally, the LLC Coordinator will collaborate and work closely with the Community Life Coordinator who also reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life & Academic Initiatives. This role also manages the Living Learning Communities budgets.

The Living Learning Communities Coordinator is a full-time, live-on position requiring 40 hours of work each week, which may include some evening and weekend commitments. This role also serves as a member of the Professional Staff On-Call.

Duties and Responsibilities

Living Learning Community Management: 50%

• In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Residence Life and Academic Initiatives, develop, implement and provide continuous improvement of all living-learning programs on campus
• Work collaboratively to develop the goals and outcomes for each living-learning community
• Establish strong relationships with participating faculty and Student Life team members
• Work collaboratively with Student Life staff to plan for the successful integration of learning communities within existing programming; specifically residential hall programming and Student Activities.
• Assist in the promotion of Living Learning Communities during Admissions and Orientation events; effectively communicate goals/services of the living-learning community program and make oral presentations
• Communicate with incoming new students and families in preparation for their first year at UMR to meet deadlines, understand expectations, and be prepared for new student orientation
• Help plan and organize Living Learning Communities-focused activities during new student orientation
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in Residential Life to assign first-year students to their living-learning communities
• Serve as a good fiscal steward of the Living Learning Communities budgets and be in charge of purchasing items related to the LLC program and activities
• Coordinate and assess living-learning community programs and services using an evidence-based approach that results in student success with a focus on the sense of belonging
• Provide annual written reports on activities related to living-learning communities
• Collaborate with other campus leaders on important campus and system-wide initiatives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Community Mentor Program Management, Hiring & Supervision 25%

• In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Residence Life and Academic Initiatives develop a Community Mentor program to provide peer-to-peer support for the Living Learning Community program
• Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising the Community Mentors to ensure understanding of the goals of LLCs and their role in fostering engagement and promoting sense of belonging
• Lead Community Mentor team meetings and individual check-ins
• Assist Community Mentors to successfully organize LLC programming that aligns with that LLC

Residential Life Support 15%

• Serve on the rotational Professional Staff On-Call schedule and respond to duty calls appropriately; Duty coverage is 24/7 while on-call and will include weekends, some holidays, and/or university breaks
• Serve on the Student Conduct Team - hearing low level conduct cases that occur in-hall
• Assist the Assistant Director of Residential Life & Academic Initiatives with operational needs and special projects
• Collaborate closely with the Community Life Coordinator to establish an effective in-hall programming structure and approach to maximize efficiency and impact
• Attend regularly scheduled Residential Life team meetings

Professional Development & Other Duties as Assigned 10%

• Attend regularly scheduled Student Life team meetings
• Attend regularly scheduled career development and diversity meetings
• Participate in special projects as needed
• Participate in campus committees as needed

Appointment Details *Must perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• This position is a full-time, FTE, exempt position which requires 40 hours per week, 12 months per year
• It is preferred that this position live on campus
• We are a face to face campus and employees must work on campus 80% of the time
• Ability to work on-call with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university plus at least one year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrate experience in student affairs, activities, event planning, or other similar roles in higher education
• 1 year of professional full-time post-BA experience in Student Affairs that includes administrative, organizational, and budget management skills
• Experience with living-learning communities in higher education
• Experience with first-year college students and understanding of student development and issues related to retention
• Experience in supporting underrepresented student needs (first-generation, low-income, students of color, LGBTQ, and other under-served populations)

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR), located in downtown Rochester, serves nearly 1,200 students and is preparing to welcome its largest class yet in fall 2025. Faculty and staff are dedicated to innovative education, student development and applying research to enhance learning every day. With a strong focus on health sciences and student-centered learning, UMR partners closely with Mayo Clinic and emphasizes research-driven teaching to meet the evolving demands of the health care industry.

Pay Range: $53,000 - $63,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment, 12 month

Position Type: P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

For a complete application, please include a resume. A cover letter is highly recommended.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

At the University of Minnesota Rochester, our vision is to transform higher education through innovations that empower graduates to solve the grand health challenges of the twenty-first century. UMR prepares students for a broad spectrum of career pathways including pre-med and patient care; psychology and mental health; business and leadership; health technology; public policy and global health; and research, discovery, and cures.

The campus community serves almost 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the heart of downtown Rochester and continues to grow in size and influence through creative partnerships. At UMR, relationships and research drive student success. Learn more about UMR.

The University of Minnesota is proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022-24).