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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Coordinator of Mentoring Programs - Boca Raton, FL.

The Office of Government Relations and Economic Development is excited to recruit for the Coordinator of Mentoring Programs. This role will support the Presidential Mentoring programs and the existing specialty initiatives. This will align with institutional priorities in community engagement, experiential learning, and student success.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Provide event and onboarding support for mentoring programs associated with Florida Atlantic University and its Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Alumni & Community Engagement, and other constituents.

• Support the Presidential Mentoring programs and the existing specialty initiatives, aligning with institutional priorities in community engagement, experiential learning, and student success.

Program Leadership & Development:

• Support and design events for mentoring aligned with the mission and values of Florida Atlantic University and the ultimate State University System of Florida's strategic plan for the year 2030.

• Lead onboarding of mentors and work hand in hand with Human Resources to expand mentoring initiatives across FAU and in the community, including programs supporting alumni, community partners, and lifelong learners.

Program Coordination:

• Co-host orientation and training for mentors/mentees.

• Attend/host events to support Presidential Mentorship and Specialist programs.

• Create assessments (in alignment with BOG Metric) to measure impact and inform continuous improvement.

Outreach, Partnerships, & Communications:

• Strengthen visibility of mentoring programs through tabling initiatives, orientation, admissions events, etc., alongside the Assistant Director.

• Provide direct support for mentoring programs through in-person engagement and hands-on assistance.

• Attend meetings with Mentor Collective and Champions across Florida Atlantic.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Sick Leave Pool Program.

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two (2) years of appropriate experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in higher education, involving community engagement and/or life learning units.

Success in securing external partners, volunteers, or funding.

Commitment to advancing Florida Atlantic's mission of student success and community impact.

Salary:

$50,000 - $55,000 per year.

Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Office of Government Relations and Economic Development

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2026-03-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.