Programs Coordinator For Welcome Experiences

When was the last time you changed the world?
In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We’re currently searching for a Program Coordinator to join our New Student and Family Programs team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re passionate about providing outstanding service to new students and their families, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You’ll be joining the New Student and Family Programs team; a department centered on enhancing the student transition experience by fostering welcoming, supportive, and learning-centered experiences.
2) You’ll be reporting to the Associate Director, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) You’ll be responsible for engaging directly with families and students; designing and implementing educational and social programs; developing educational content; and facilitating leadership experiences for students and families.
4) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the department and the division.
5) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $45,000 - $50,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
• THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
• THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
• THE TEAM: The team in New Student and Family Programs holds a deep passion for working with people, taking initiative (and following through), and we are genuinely excited to continuously learn and grow our knowledge of the college transition experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, hospitality, communications, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience working with people in an environment that serves and/or develops others, such as the fields of education or hospitality/event management
• Demonstrated experience establishing positive, productive working relationships when working with various groups of constituents
• Experience designing and implementing programs and/or large-scale events
• Experience supervising, mentoring, advising, and/or leading

• Master’s degree in student personnel, higher education, or a related field
• Some work experience in collegiate student affairs, student activities, orientation, transfer programs, or first year programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience working with families of college students
• Demonstrated experience and skill in public relations and event communications
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to organize, prioritize, attention to detail, and follow through on a wide range of tasks

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Regular

$45,000 - $50,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; some nights and weekend responsibilities

40

03/01/2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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