Student Empowerment Coordinator

Toggle navigation Student Empowerment Coordinator The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu. Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check. For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate's experience level and length. Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application! Position Details Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Student Empowerment Coordinator Posting Summary The Student Empowerment Coordinator promotes student success and mattering and is responsible for student led initiatives, programs, and leadership development at Prism at UVM. This includes programs and mentorship that support student retention, thriving, and graduation via for student leadership, growth, and development around issues of gender and sexuality and the intersections of gender & sexuality with other aspects of identity. Working collaboratively with students and campus partners, this position will create programs that focus on themes of activism, positive social change, holistic wellness, and empowerment in and for the LGBTQIA+ community and all interested UVM community members. The Student Empowerment Coordinator also leads recruitment, supervision, and professional development efforts for our student team. Reports to the Associate Director of Prism at UVM. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor's degree in a related field and one to three years of experience required. Demonstrated knowledge and experience working to foster opportunity for all. Experience with program development, community building, and in social media communication and digital organizing across social media platforms is essential. Effective organizational, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills are required. Able to work occasional evenings and weekends. Desirable Qualifications Master's degree in relevant field preferred. Experience working in youth advocacy or with LGBTQIA+ college students and/or young adults. Experience as a student leader or supporting youth leadership development. Familiarity with the basic principles of budgeting, program assessment, & evaluation. Supervisory experience. Anticipated Pay Range $51,000 to $54,000 Other Information Special Conditions Open to current UVM employees only , Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 05/11/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of

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Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties. Position Information Position Title

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Posting Number S6091PO Department PRISM Center/10080 Position Number 00024754 Percent of Full-Time 1.00 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12 Supplemental Questions • How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Chronicle of Higher Education HigherEdJobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Seven Days UVM Employee (Please specify below) UVM Employment Web Site Vermont JobLink (Department of Labor) Other (Please specify below) • Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents