The Belonging and Community Engagement Program Coordinator supports key initiatives that center on student belonging, inclusive programming, and student engagement within the broader context of the college's community engagement strategy. This role reports directly to the Chief of Belonging & Community Engagement. In addition, this position works closely with the Directors of Belonging and Bonner Scholars, supporting projects such as Solidarity Week, Berry Impact, and student-facing logistics across the office's initiatives. The position serves as a connector between belonging, service, and strategic initiatives on campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate campus-wide programming that connects student belonging and community engagement, including events such as Solidarity Week, Be Love Week, and other student-facing initiatives.
• Provide programming and administrative support for the Bonner Scholars Program, including orientation, training, and leadership development.
• Support implementation of Berry Impact and the Year of Service program, including communication, logistics, and student engagement.
• Promote and assist with identity-based programming and initiatives that foster inclusion and connection among students.
• Help plan and execute trainings, workshops, and events tied to student development and Good Neighbor Culture.
• Serve as a connector for student organizations engaged in service, social justice, or belonging-related work.
• Collaborate with graduate assistants to track participation and support data management related to programs and events.
• Assist in GivePulse coordination as it relates to student-facing tracking and engagement.
• Liaise between student workers and professional staff across programs, helping guide workflow and student development.

REQUIREMENTS:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, communications, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in student engagement, community programming, or related work
• Strong communication and organizational skills, especially in cross-functional and student-facing contexts
• Demonstrated commitment to Berry's Good Neighbor Culture and a restorative, community-focused approach
• Familiarity with student support, civic engagement, or service-learning programs is a plus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago:

"We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities. Combining academic exploration with meaningful work responsibilities in a residential setting, our approach emphasizes firsthand experiences and mentoring. We invest in the personal growth and professional preparation of talented students from varied backgrounds, with an enduring commitment to help those hindered by financial need. Guided by Christian principles, we value the dignity of individuals, the search for truth tempered with grace, and the well-being of our neighbors."

Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business, physician associate studies, and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds. To apply, click here.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. An Equal Opportunity Institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodations are welcomed and can be directed to employment@berry.edu or (706) 233-4062.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should submit a letter of application describing the candidate's interest in this position and commitment to the Berry mission and values (linked above), a resume, and names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to Haley Smith at hsmith@berry.edu.