Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Department Summary:

The Central Student Government (CSG) is a sponsored student organization by the Dean of Students Office with over 100 students serving in some capacity and is the primary student government organization at the University of Michigan. The CSG strives to provide valuable services, programs, and events to students at the University of Michigan. There are three primary areas within the Central Student Government: The Student Assembly, within the Legislative Branch, serves to collectively represent the student voice at the University and to make decisions for the organization in a deliberative manner; the Executive Branch serves to execute campaigns and services that make student life better in various ways; the Central Student Judiciary is designed to serve as a body to adjudicate any disputes that may arise between the CSG, students, student organizations, or a combination thereof. Campaigns are facilitated through one of about twenty commissions, and programs are facilitated by other task forces and committees.

Position Summary:

The Central Student Government Program Advisor is responsible for the development, advocacy, and support of programs and services designed to facilitate the education and success of undergraduate and graduate students in association with the Central Student Government (CSG). Primary areas of focus include program and student organization advising, guidance, and support; fiduciary oversight of the Central Student Government operating budget; student staff recruitment and supervision; and student organization development, program implementation, assessment, and evaluation. The Program Advisor works in partnership with CSG student leaders, who are the primary drivers of CSG activities, events, elections, campaigns, and other initiatives. The Program Advisor serves as the conduit of information and guidance from the University to the Central Student Government student leaders to ensure appropriate alignment of practices, programs, and initiatives. The Program Advisor provides organizational leadership through strategic planning efforts; implements the organization's vision and long-term planning; trains, supervises, and empowers students and the organization; and provides general management, administrative, legal, and financial oversight and stewardship. The general duties of the CSG Program Advisor are aimed at strengthening the success of student leaders by fostering an environment where the capacity and the skills necessary for active, responsive, and ethical citizens can grow.

Responsibilities*

Program Advising, Management, and Supervision (50%)

Program Advising: Serve as advisor to Central Student Government Executive Officers.

Management: Provide administrative coordination of CSG-sponsored programs and activities, including AirBus, need-based compensation, various rental programs, and other initiatives.

Supervision:

Operations:

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Required Qualifications*

Required Qualification:

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Desired Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Position Responsibilities Criteria (leadership and behavioral qualities expected in this position):

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This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.  

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this position.

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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