Student Worker - Student Programming Board Manager (Work-Study or Non-Work Study)

Position Title:

Student Worker - Student Programming Board Manager (Work-Study or Non-Work Study)

Job Description:

The Student Programming Board is managed by the Center for Student Engagement and focuses on planning and managing social events and programs for students at Mount St. Mary’s University. Students involved in the Student Programming Board can enhance their organizational, programming, time-management, and communication skills while using their creativity to plan fun events and programs for students. With the support of the Director of Student Engagement and the Coordinator of Student Engagement, the two (2) Programming Board Manager(s) will help oversee the Student Programming Board, plan on-campus programs and events, and manage the social media platforms for the Student Programing Board. Preferred candidates for this position should have experience with event management and planning, team dynamics, and leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including the following, other duties may be assigned):

Center for Student Engagement

• Work together with other students to manage events and programs (on and off-campus) sponsored by the Center of Student Engagement
• Serve as day-of-event staff for programs at events sponsored by the Center of Student Engagement and provide support during setup and cleanup
• Transport students for off-campus events and programs using approved university vehicles (i.e., Student Life vans)
• Provide technological support for events and programs hosted at the Palmieri Activities Center (PAC)
• Ability to attend at least one (1) conference hosted by the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA)

1. 2026 Fall Regional Campus Activities Planning Conference (Albany, NY): October 2-4, 2026

2. 2027 National Campus Activities Planning Conference (Hershey, PA): March 2027

3. Registration, Lodging, and Transportation for the conference(s) will be paid for by the Center for Student Engagement

• Be knowledgeable of the events and program schedule for the Center of Student Engagement and the Student Life Division and be able to answer student questions about upcoming events
• Support initiatives to improve student engagement in the PAC and PAC Pub
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Student Engagement and the Coordinator of Student Engagement

Student Programming Board

• Oversee the student leaders (non-paid position) of the Student Programming Board
• Plan and manage events and programs sponsored by the Student Programming Board
• Collaborate with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), other departments within the Student Life Division, and other campus partners (Residence Life, Campus Ministry, Recreation & Wellness, Counseling Services, Orientation & Family Programs, etc.)
• Help introduce and plan new and innovative programs and events for students
• Complete and submit required forms and documentation as part of the event planning process
• Communicate with on-campus partners (Conferences & Events, Logistics, Dining Services, Public Safety, ITSC) and third-party vendors
• Assist with recruiting new student leaders; attend events such as Block Party (Involvement Fair), Admissions Open House(s), and Accepted Students Day(s)
• Help manage the social media platforms for the Student Programming Board
• Represent the Student Programming Board as a member of Student Government Association (SGA)
• Facilitate staff meetings with student leaders in the Student Programming Board
• Attend event planning meetings and 1:1 meetings as scheduled by the Director of Student Engagement and the Coordinator of Student Engagement
• Hold weekly office hours per week in the McGowan 160 office suite
• Participate in all required training sessions and programs

Training & Certifications:

Students will be expected to complete all the necessary training required for this position, including obtaining the following certifications:

• Adult CPR/AED & First Aid
• Alcohol Awareness (Safe Alcohol Service – SAS or Training for Intervention Procedures – TIPS)
• Crowd Manager
• Driver Certification (including behind the wheel and safety training)
• Students without a valid driver’s license will not be required to complete this training
• Food Safety (ServSafe)

Students will also receive training on how to operate basic audio and video (AV) equipment and lighting equipment. Students may be required to complete online training modules during July and August.

Compensation & Hours:

• Students are paid the current minimum wage for the state of Maryland
• Students will work up to a total of eight (8) hours per week (part-time position)
• Evening and weekend hours will be required; students in this position must have the flexibility to work during these times, as needed.

Questions:

Email [email protected]

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time