Senior Coordinator, Training and Development

Master’s degree in relevant area and three years of appropriate experience. Relevant experience may substitute for required education.

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Community Engagement (SLI), the Senior Coordinator for Training and Development serves as the primary point of contact for leadership education and advisor development across Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). This position is responsible for ensuring consistency, quality, and impact in leadership programming, advisor training, and student organization operations.

The Senior Coordinator for Training and Development plays a vital role in fostering student engagement and organizational success by supporting over 300 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) at the University. This position serves as a key contributor to the infrastructure of campus life, overseeing the management of Tiger Zone, ensuring the accuracy and maintenance of all RSO records, and coordinating the annual registration and renewal processes in compliance with University policies.

The Senior Coordinator provides strategic leadership in training and development efforts, offering guidance and resources to student leaders and organization advisors. This includes facilitating workshops, coordinating retreats, and promoting best practices in event planning, hazing prevention, and risk management. By doing so, the role helps mitigate barriers to involvement and fosters a consistent, supportive environment for student leadership. In addition to supporting individual organizations, the Senior Coordinator contributes to major campus initiatives such as Tiger Welcome and Frosh Camp—programs integral to student belonging, engagement, and retention. This position directly supports the goals of the University Strategic Plan by enhancing students’ co-curricular experiences, developing leadership capacity, and enriching the overall vibrancy of campus life.