Section Coordinator

Lubbock

41742BR

University Student Housing

Position Description

Coordinates a section in a department that has institutional oversight responsibilities. Responsibilities involve the coordination and supervision of the various functions and aspects of a specific program or departmental project as well as the monitoring of program staff and operational procedures. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on results obtained. May supervise program staff, volunteers and/or students.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

Recruitment and Outreach (40%)

• Serve as the primary representative for University Student Housing at on- and off-campus recruitment events, including Top Scholars Receptions, Raider Roadshows, Texas Tech Preview Day, admitted student events, and college fairs.
• Coordinate all logistics for recruitment events and travel by working closely with internal staff and external partners to ensure adequate event coverage, timely preparation, and consistent delivery of housing information.
• Develop, organize, and maintain all housing-related marketing and presentation materials for recruitment efforts, ensuring materials are accurate, aligned with university messaging, and tailored for each audience.
• Collaborate with Undergraduate Admissions and campus partners to align messaging, support enrollment goals, and maximize outreach impact.
• Train and prepare all staff participating in recruitment events to deliver a clear, consistent, and student-centered message on behalf of University Student Housing.

• Oversee the daily operations of housing tours, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination with Student Ambassadors to ensure tours are conducted professionally and consistently. Prepare and maintain all related materials, presentations, and talking points.
• Ensure all tour participants receive an informative, welcoming, and engaging experience that highlights the benefits and value of living on campus.
• Create process to track and analyze tour attendance and engagement data, providing regular reports for leadership to improve recruitment strategies and outreach efforts.
• Manage all aspects of the Showroom Success Program, including the recruitment and selection of student participants, coordination of marketing and promotional efforts, and ongoing collaboration with residents and facility staff to ensure showroom spaces are well-maintained, tour-ready, and reflective of departmental standards.

• Provide high-quality service to students, families, and campus partners by responding to inquiries with professionalism, accuracy, and empathy.
• Support departmental initiatives and events such as move-in, move-out, room selection, and recruitment activities.
• Represent the Welcome Center on departmental committees and contribute to special projects as assigned.
• Ensure timely and effective communication of policy updates, procedural changes, and critical deadlines to internal and external stakeholders to support overall departmental goals and enhance the student experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree plus two (2) years related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal six (6) years.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

18.48

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F: 8am-5pm; travel for conferences & recruitment, overtime for opening weekend

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Office and Admn Wkrs All Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Air Force Specialty Code

3A1X1

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

42L, 42E

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

0111, 0101

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

1802, 641X