Coordinator, New Start

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ Posted October 22, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Coordinates the implementation and day-to-day delivery of New Start programs, activities, and student experiences. Supports students throughout the New Start experience by connecting them with resources, services, and opportunities that promote success. Assists with participant recruitment, outreach, communications, and engagement efforts in collaboration with Admissions and other campus partners.

Assists with the development and implementation of educational, social, and transition-focused programming. Responds to student questions, concerns, and needs while providing exceptional service and support. Contributes to efforts that promote student belonging, engagement, academic readiness, and successful transition to the university.

Collects participant feedback and supports program evaluation efforts to inform continuous improvement. Coordinates program logistics, communications, schedules, facilities, and operational processes that support program delivery. Collaborates with campus partners, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders to support the implementation of New Start.

Assists with the coordination of residential, academic, and co-curricular components of the program. Supports event planning, campus engagement opportunities, and special initiatives associated with New Start. Contributes to the successful delivery of department-wide orientation, transition, and onboarding experiences, including support of programs and initiatives outside assigned areas of responsibility.

Supports the Senior Coordinator in the recruitment, training, development, and recognition of student leaders and student employees. Provides day-to-day guidance and support to student leaders responsible for participant engagement and program implementation. Assists with the coordination of student leadership initiatives, training activities, and staff development experiences.

Promotes leadership development, accountability, and service excellence among student employees. Supports a positive environment that encourages learning, engagement, and personal growth. Performs other duties as assigned in support of Orientation and New Student Transitions, Enrollment Management, and university initiatives.

Participates in committees, workgroups, project teams, and special assignments that support student success and institutional priorities. Engages with professional development opportunities, emerging trends, and best practices related to orientation, transition, and student success. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships that support effective program delivery, student success, and organizational effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities General knowledge and use of principles, theories and concepts. Is competent in all job functions and has general understanding of the industry practices, techniques and standards.

Required Skills
recruiting communication collaboration process improvement logistics event planning onboarding leadership
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